Microbiology
2025-11-26
Metabolites produced in the intestine play a central role in controlling obesity and diabetes
Study shows that the liver receives and sends a series of metabolism-related products derived from the gut microbiome to the heart.
Climate change
2025-11-21
Climate change must be addressed from a one health perspective
This assessment was made by participants at an event promoted by FAPESP, the Brazilian Association of State Environmental Agencies, and the Vale Technological Institute during COP30.
Climate change
2025-11-19
The goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 °C cannot be abandoned
The margin must be defined as a reference point in the COP30 negotiations, assess members of the Scientific Council of the climate conference presidency.
Sustainable agriculture
2025-11-26
Discovery of new species of sugarcane pest may facilitate management and reduce losses
Analyses show that a sugarcane spittlebug, found in the Southeast and South of Brazil since the 1960s, was mistaken for other species that are similar to the naked eye.
Culture
2025-11-26
Dialogue between worlds: the political and cultural participation of indigenous peoples
The topic was addressed in a workshop organized by the project “Democlites – Democracy, Climate, and Ecological and Social Transition,” a joint initiative of Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne and USP supported by FAPESP.
Green chemistry
2025-11-26
Researchers develop sustainable technology to extract isoflavones from soybean meal
Work carried out at the State University of Campinas used environmentally friendly solvents and ultrasonic waves to remove the substance and increase its absorption by the body.
Climate change
2025-11-26
By 2100, Atlantic water circulation may weaken in an unprecedented way, impacting rainfall in the Amazon
Combining field research data with climate model projections, a study has reconstructed the activity of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation – one of the main drivers of the Earth’s climate – throughout the Holocene. Projected scenarios for the future are unlike anything seen in the last 6,500 years.
Circular economy
2025-11-26
Technology boosts hop production in Brazil and paves the way for new bioproducts
Project developed in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, allows for the highly efficient extraction of aromatic and bioactive compounds, reducing logistics costs and increasing beer quality.
Genomics
2025-11-26
Data from the largest mapping of microorganisms associated with rupestrian grassland plants have been released
A study has identified more than 257,000 species of bacteria and archaea in velozias, which are plants that thrive in extreme environments of drought, heat, and poor soil, such as this mountainous savannah ecoregion. The results could guide conservation initiatives and biotechnological solutions for soil management in arid conditions.
Innovation
2025-11-26
Virtual reality democratizes learning
FAPESP-supported startup creates immersive educational solutions ranging from academic laboratories to team training in industries.
Climate change
2025-11-21
A prominent topic at COP30, the Amazon’s ‘point of no return’ still requires further study
In a panel discussion held in the Blue Zone of the conference, a Brazilian IPCC researcher said that discussions on the subject must reach society through accessible communication without losing scientific rigor.
Circular economy
2025-11-26
Technology boosts hop production in Brazil and paves the way for new bioproducts
Sustainable agriculture
2025-11-26
Discovery of new species of sugarcane pest may facilitate management and reduce losses
Climate change
2025-11-26
By 2100, Atlantic water circulation may weaken in an unprecedented way, impacting rainfall in the Amazon
Innovation
2025-11-26
Virtual reality democratizes learning
Green chemistry
2025-11-26
Researchers develop sustainable technology to extract isoflavones from soybean meal
Climate change
2025-11-21
Climate change must be addressed from a one health perspective
Climate change
2025-11-21
A prominent topic at COP30, the Amazon’s ‘point of no return’ still requires further study
Climate change
2025-11-21
Climate change and monoculture farming reduce açaí production
Climate change
2025-11-21
