Biodiversity
2024-09-10
Natural disasters endanger 10% of the world’s terrestrial vertebrate species
A study conducted by Brazilian scientists and colleagues in other countries shows that earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions increase the risk of extinction for mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. The natural events may have synergies with hazards due to human activity.
COVID-19
2024-09-04
Severe COVID-19 can involve either exacerbated lung inflammation or high viral replication
In PLOS Pathogens, researchers at the University of São Paulo in Brazil report a study based on autopsies of 47 patients who died after being infected by the ancestral strain of SARS-CoV-2. The findings will support clinical decisions on the treatment of critical cases.
inclusion
2024-08-28
FAPESP launches four Science for Development Centers that will work to promote inclusion
Partnerships among departments of the São Paulo State Government, universities and research centers aim to meet society’s needs by developing devices, software and processes that promote assistance, rehabilitation, and better lives for people with disabilities.
The 3D model developed by Djúlio Zanin, a PhD candidate at the University of São Paulo supported by FAPESP, won an award at an international rheumatology conference.
Biochemistry
2024-09-10
Study reveals mechanism that activates glucose production in the liver in response to stress
In addition to providing a detailed description of the morphology of hepatic nerves, the study led by Brazilians showed that the increase in blood sugar was activated by a protein called CREB.
Knowledge diffusion
2024-09-10
Agricultural sector is strategic for action to mitigate climate change, says NASA scientist
Alex Ruane delivered the 7th FAPESP Lecture 2024 on “Climate Change and Food Security”
Climate change
2024-09-10
Wildfires highlight urgent need for action to understand, mitigate and adapt to climate change
Researchers affiliated with the FAPESP Research Program on Global Climate Change met at the State University of Campinas in Brazil to discuss current research priorities in the effort to understand and combat the consequences of the extreme events caused by global warming.
Health
2024-09-09
High-intensity interval training is more beneficial for older women than moderate exercise or resistance training alone, study shows
Researchers at São Paulo State University (UNESP) in Brazil evaluated the effect of three different low-cost training programs on a group of socially vulnerable female volunteers. HIIT combined with muscle strength exercises was the most efficacious in terms of reducing blood pressure and arterial stiffness, the main risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
Knowledge diffusion
2024-09-04
In a book, a scientist narrates a journey through the Anthropocene, with an optimistic ending
A member of the Center for Research on Biodiversity Dynamics and Climate Change, Mauro Galetti uses his experience from his undergraduate studies in biology to his most recent studies in ecology to tell stories in accessible language that inspire readers to fight for the planet.
Amazon
2024-09-04
Climate change has increased frequency and intensity of conditions favorable to extreme wildfires, report shows
A report by an international group of researchers including three Brazilians shows that climate change tripled the probability of weather conditions favoring unprecedented wildfires in Canada and multiplied it by a factor of 20 in western Amazonia between March 2023 and February 2024. Global carbon emissions were 16% above average.
Innovation
2024-09-04
Internet of things platform helps producers plan water use
The solution, developed by a startup supported by FAPESP, enables farmers to forecast water availability for a six-month horizon.
Climate change
2024-09-10
Wildfires highlight urgent need for action to understand, mitigate and adapt to climate change
Knowledge diffusion
2024-09-10
Agricultural sector is strategic for action to mitigate climate change, says NASA scientist
Biochemistry
2024-09-10
Study reveals mechanism that activates glucose production in the liver in response to stress
Pharmacology
2024-09-04
Study details efficacy of alternatives to use of mammals in experiments
Innovation
2024-09-04
Internet of things platform helps producers plan water use
International cooperation
2024-09-04
FAPESP renews memorandum of understanding to strengthen research cooperation with US National Institutes of Health
Knowledge diffusion
2024-09-04
