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.
Oncology
2026-01-07
Advances in liquid biopsies as a tool for detecting lung cancer mutations
Test results in two days. A study supported by FAPESP contributes to improving disease monitoring, but the high cost remains a barrier.
Inflammation
2025-12-17
Obesity and inflammation may accelerate lung aging and increase the risk of COPD
A study of nearly 900 adults indicates that although smoking is still the main risk factor for lung function loss, systemic inflammation and obesity also increase the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Researchers compared the repertoire of long non-coding RNAs in humans with those of rhesus monkeys, mice, and chickens and noted that these structures played a role in functional specialization throughout evolution.
Health
2026-01-14
Study assesses the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections in Brazil’s largest gold mining area
Preliminary data suggest that the population in this area of southwestern Pará state is more exposed to infection than average due to a lack of access to healthcare and greater contact with sex workers.
Innovation
2026-01-14
Smart device reminds older adults to take their medication and monitors intake
Real-time monitoring reduces medication waste and increases treatment effectiveness.
Biodiversity
2026-01-14
Deadly to amphibians, a fungal strain emerged in Brazil and spread around the world
Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis is responsible for the decline of toad and frog populations across the globe. The origin of the fungal strain was the subject of a study led by researchers at the State University of Campinas.
Cancer
2026-01-14
Study reveals protein linked to spread of pancreatic cancer through nerves
Brazilian research shows that stellate pancreatic cells produce periostin, remodeling tissue and facilitating tumor infiltration, a key mechanism of the aggressiveness and high mortality of the disease.
Renewable energies
2026-01-14
Researchers improve stability of perovskite solar cells
Films made from these photosensitive semiconductors promise to be the stars of the next generation due to their ability to convert sunlight into electricity. However, the stability of the material under heat and humidity still needs improvement.
Biomedicine
2026-01-14
Animal study indicates that laser helps combat hypertension triggered by menopause
An experiment conducted at the Federal University of São Carlos demonstrated that applying low-intensity light had a hypotensive effect on rats that became hypertensive due to a reduction in hormones, a process characteristic of aging in the female reproductive system.
Awards
2026-01-07
CDMF spin-off company wins award at the BRICS Solutions Awards 2025
Brazilian technology from Nanox is recognized for its solution to reduce food loss and waste. The Center for Development of Functional Materials is a FAPESP Research, Innovation, and Dissemination Center based at UFSCar.
Biomedicine
2026-01-14
Animal study indicates that laser helps combat hypertension triggered by menopause
Renewable energies
2026-01-14
Researchers improve stability of perovskite solar cells
Evolution
2026-01-14
Study maps cerebral cortex genes related to neuron dysfunction
Biodiversity
2026-01-14
Deadly to amphibians, a fungal strain emerged in Brazil and spread around the world
Innovation
2026-01-14
Smart device reminds older adults to take their medication and monitors intake
Oncology
2026-01-07
Advances in liquid biopsies as a tool for detecting lung cancer mutations
Climate change
2026-01-07
The energy transition is complex and presents socioeconomic opportunities and risks, scientists say
Awards
2026-01-07
CDMF spin-off company wins award at the BRICS Solutions Awards 2025
Precision Agriculture
2026-01-07
