In a study conducted on mice, high consumption of condensed milk induced a fast inflammatory response in abdominal adipose cells that extended to the lungs.
Conservation
2026-07-29
Indigenous territory maintains ecological stability amid agricultural expansion in the Brazilian savanna
A study combining remote sensing, geographic data science, and field research shows that the Xavante territory has preserved its environmental configuration, while neighboring areas have been converted to large-scale soybean farming and livestock ranching.
Obesity
2026-07-22
Weight training reprograms liver cells and helps reverse obesity-related damage
A study by the State University of Campinas using mice reveals that strength training modulates the liver’s genome, restoring insulin sensitivity and combating fat accumulation in the organ.
A São Paulo-based startup has identified 129 new research targets that could lead to new methods for diagnosing and treating the disease.
Urban forests
2026-08-05
Laser scanning may help prevent urban trees from falling
A team from the University of São Paulo has developed an algorithm for optimal pruning that makes trees less vulnerable to wind tunnels. The goal is to create an app to guide human work.
Psychology
2026-08-05
Mega-study analyzes the impact of gratitude interventions
Research conducted in 34 countries compared six practices designed to foster gratitude with three control measures, observing variations in effects based on cultural differences.
Oncology
2026-08-05
RIDC CancerThera signs partnership with Uruguayan institution to accelerate new frontier in cancer therapy
The agreement between the FAPESP Research, Innovation, and Dissemination Center and the Uruguayan Center for Molecular Imaging aims to boost the development and application of theranostic radiopharmaceuticals.
Dentistry
2026-08-05
Use of omega-3 and ASA has a similar effect to antibiotics against severe periodontitis
Study shows that combining the two compounds with conventional treatment may be a promising alternative, reducing the need for antibiotics.
Oncology
2026-08-05
Genetic testing changes the course of hereditary cancer in a family observed for 20 years
A case report published in the journal CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians shows how genetic analysis and molecular biology studies helped confirm the diagnosis, guide preventive surgeries, and define personalized surveillance strategies across generations.
Health
2026-08-05
Study points to a link between hypothyroidism and sleep apnea
Research involving residents of São Paulo (Brazil) suggests a bidirectional relationship between the two conditions and indicates the benefits of hormone therapy for improving sleep quality.
Vaccines
2026-08-05
New vaccine strategy protects against chikungunya and could become a platform for combating other diseases
In tests conducted on mice, a single dose of the formulation containing genetically modified viruses protected the rodents against the disease.
