Paleontology
2026-01-26
First known lichen in the fossil record helped structure terrestrial ecosystems
Study confirms that the symbiosis between fungi and algae that dissolves rocks and was widely distributed across Earth 410 million years ago helped form the first soils.
Oncology
2026-01-21
Brazilian research reveals how some types of breast cancer ‘evade’ treatment
Discovery increased the number of known variations of the HER2 protein, the target of advanced drugs against the disease, from 13 to 90; diversity may explain resistance to therapies.
Immunology
2026-01-08
Research shows how immune system reacts to pig kidney transplants in living patients
Results indicate that the innate immune response remains activated even with immunosuppressant use, paving the way for new therapies to prevent organ rejection.
Public health
2026-01-28
Experts advocate reformulating health systems in the Amazon in light of climate change
In an opinion piece in the British Medical Journal, researchers propose incorporating local knowledge as a strategy for adapting to extreme events and food insecurity.
Sustainable agriculture
2026-01-28
FAPESP-supported research center will seek solutions to the main threat to citrus farming in São Paulo
With an investment of BRL 200 million, ARC-Citros, created by FAPESP in partnership with Fundecitrus and ESALQ-USP, aims to advance the identification of strategies to combat greening.
Environmental disasters
2026-01-28
Statistical method more accurately predicts landslide risk
Strategy formulated by Brazilian researchers objectively defines the weight of each contributing factor and was validated based on inventories of landslides that killed 65 people on the northern coast of São Paulo.
Food engineering
2026-01-28
Bio-enriched drink modulates genes linked to utilization of vitamins B9 and D
Formula containing whey and grape by-product extract was developed by researchers at the University of São Paulo and tested in partnership with a center in Argentina.
Innovation
2026-01-28
Microalgae-based bioinput can reduce dependence on agricultural fertilizers
FAPESP-supported startup is developing a biostimulant that regenerates soil and increases the productivity and resilience of various crops.
Health
2026-01-28
Children with motor coordination difficulties tend to be less aware of their surroundings
Research from the Federal University of São Carlos emphasizes the need for health and education professionals to consider sensory processing to expand support strategies for childhood dyspraxia.
Neuroscience
2026-01-21
Study combines neuromodulation and physiotherapy to rehabilitate stroke patients
The multicenter Titan Trial project is investigating a method to treat unilateral spatial neglect, a sequela of stroke that affects perception of the side opposite to the affected cerebral hemisphere.
Health
2026-01-21
Vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of slow walking speed in old age by 22%
A study by the Federal University of São Carlos and University College London examined 2,815 older adults and identified an indicator of loss of mobility.
Public health
2026-01-28
Experts advocate reformulating health systems in the Amazon in light of climate change
Food engineering
2026-01-28
Bio-enriched drink modulates genes linked to utilization of vitamins B9 and D
Sustainable agriculture
2026-01-28
FAPESP-supported research center will seek solutions to the main threat to citrus farming in São Paulo
Environmental disasters
2026-01-28
Statistical method more accurately predicts landslide risk
Innovation
2026-01-28
Microalgae-based bioinput can reduce dependence on agricultural fertilizers
Oncology
2026-01-21
Brazilian research reveals how some types of breast cancer ‘evade’ treatment
Chemistry
2026-01-21
Three studies develop new sustainable methods for producing ammonia
Neuroscience
2026-01-21
Study combines neuromodulation and physiotherapy to rehabilitate stroke patients
Paleontology
2026-01-21
