The study, conducted at the State University of Campinas, involved 44 people with mild cognitive impairment. After six months, the volunteers who practiced strength training showed improvements in memory and brain anatomy, while the others showed a decline in the parameters evaluated.
Natural products
2025-03-28
Studies evaluate the health effects of bioactive compounds obtained from plants
Researchers from Brazil and Germany study the mechanism of action of phytochemicals from papaya, passion fruit and medicinal plant extracts; results were presented at FAPESP Week Germany.
COVID-19
2025-03-26
Even the mild form of COVID-19 tends to cause an imbalance in the cardiovascular system and requires attention
In a study of 130 volunteers conducted at the Federal University of São Carlos, a drastic decrease in heart rate variability, i.e. the heart’s ability to adapt to environmental and physiological demands, was observed – up to six weeks after infection.
An enzyme cloned from an insect found by Brazilian researchers – and genetically modified – makes it possible to monitor intracellular acidity and could be used to study diseases and drugs.
Food preservation
2025-04-02
Edible biofilm based on pomegranate peel extract extends the shelf life of strawberries
Fruit coated with the material developed by researchers at the University of São Paulo showed 11% less weight loss during storage and took longer to start becoming contaminated by fungi.
Climate change
2025-04-02
Method uses drone and low-cost camera to select drought-tolerant plants
Images taken from an unmanned aerial vehicle, processed with free software, help assess water stress parameters in corn experiments and select varieties that are better adapted to water shortages.
Health
2025-04-02
Electronic cigarettes alter the composition of saliva, increasing the risk of oral diseases
Researchers from São Paulo State University and collaborators studied 50 young people with an average age of between 26 and 27. The goal was to find biomarkers that allow early detection of health changes.
Innovation
2025-04-02
Anthropology and artificial intelligence used to transform corporate listening
Tool allows issues such as harassment to be identified before they become critical, enabling companies to take preventive action.
Quantum technologies
2025-04-02
Brazilian companies begin to explore quantum computing applications
The Albert Einstein Jewish Brazilian Hospital, in São Paulo, creates research group to evaluate potential uses of the technology; the project was presented during FAPESP Week Germany.
FAPESP Week Germany
2025-03-28
Scientific cooperation is strategic for Brazil to strengthen relations with Europe
This assessment was made by the Brazilian Ambassador to Germany, Roberto Jaguaribe, during a reception for the participants of FAPESP Week Germany.
International cooperation
2025-03-28
Scientific freedom faces a number of threats and challenges, says researcher
Illiberal and authoritarian governments, economic power and digital media are some of the problems facing scientists, says São Paulo State University professor Murilo Gaspardo in a lecture during FAPESP Week Germany.
Quantum technologies
2025-04-02
Brazilian companies begin to explore quantum computing applications
Innovation
2025-04-02
Anthropology and artificial intelligence used to transform corporate listening
Food preservation
2025-04-02
Edible biofilm based on pomegranate peel extract extends the shelf life of strawberries
Climate change
2025-04-02
Method uses drone and low-cost camera to select drought-tolerant plants
Biotechnology
2025-04-02
Firefly light gives rise to sensor that detects cellular alterations
Natural products
2025-03-28
Studies evaluate the health effects of bioactive compounds obtained from plants
FAPESP Week Germany
2025-03-28
Scientific cooperation is strategic for Brazil to strengthen relations with Europe
International cooperation
2025-03-28
International context favors expansion of scientific cooperation between Brazil and Germany
FAPESP Week Germany
2025-03-28
Cooperation between Germany and Brazil in the social sciences has become more symmetrical
International cooperation
2025-03-28
