News

The research analyzed tumor samples from over a thousand patients treated in Brazil’s national public health system.

The replacement of vegetation with materials such as asphalt, concrete, and masonry exacerbates warming, says a researcher from the University of São Paulo at an event organized by FAPESP and the NWO.

Model points to galaxy mergers as the cause of intense bursts of star formation and the formation of supermassive black holes, asserting that active galactic nuclei blocked the supply of raw material for new stars.

Recently published studies led by Brazilian scientists indicate an extension of the dry season from four to six months and an increase in the water deficit of more than 150 millimeters. These studies serve as a warning for 2026 and 2027, when a “super El Niño” is forecast.

Analysis of data from over 5,000 territories and 1,924 species of toads and frogs shows that two of the main theories about the biodiversity of plants, birds, and mammals in these habitats do not explain the richness of anuran amphibians on their own.

A scientific mission to the region by a FAPESP-supported RIDC shows how integrating deep tech with local knowledge can help regenerate ecosystems and produce global solutions.

Two unprecedented studies indicate that early nutritional monitoring can directly impact patient survival.

The event, organized by the State University of Campinas, aims to promote understanding of the potential of omics technologies in science, engineering, food technology, and nutrition.

Research indicates that rivers in different regions of the planet are undergoing profound transformations that exceed their capacity for resilience.

Experiments with rodents show that metabolic dysfunction is “transmitted” to offspring through molecules present in sperm, causing them to become pre-diabetic. This phenomenon is reversible through weight loss before conception.

Researchers from the universities of São Paulo and Oxford show that the duration of the disorder and severity of symptoms are associated with differences in functional brain connections, which may pave the way for personalized treatments.

The study identified cultivars that maintain high productivity and resilience against attacks from the disease, paving the way for more sustainable cultivation in the region

A FAPESP-funded study using whole-genome data from across the continent tells a more detailed story of its settlement. The study was featured on the cover of Nature.

Researchers at a FAPESP-supported center developed a new method and identified the infection in two patients who died from acute hemorrhagic and neurological syndrome in São Paulo in 2019 and 2020.

Initiative combines validation with a mandatory fund that transforms credits into investments for science and society.

Despite its popularity, researchers at São Paulo State University found no significant effects on inflammatory markers in the body after reviewing studies on the supplement.

Research conducted by a FAPESP-supported center paves the way for producing chemical inputs widely used in industry, such as in medicines and cosmetics, where they act as active ingredients or stabilizers.

The assessment was made by the professor from the Federal University of Bahia during the 2nd FAPESP 2026 Conference. He also discussed the limitations of the current model, the need for objective criteria in educational policies, and the impact of artificial intelligence on teaching.

In ten years, levels of this type of pollution in São Paulo, Brazil, reached more than four times the limit recommended by the World Health Organization.

Made from non-toxic plant-based material, the devices can also monitor biomarkers, diseases, and nutrient levels in plants.

FAPESP-supported research simulated 30 million different routes and mapped out an itinerary requiring 58.80 meters per second less fuel consumption than the most economical one.

The U.S. space agency used a device developed by a startup supported by FAPESP to monitor the sleep patterns, physical activity, and interactions of astronauts on the Artemis 2 mission.

Brazil Data Cube-Favelas, a partnership between the National Institute for Space Research and CEFAVELA, a FAPESP RIDC, will provide access to large volumes of data. An article on the technology won an award at the Applied Computing Workshop.

New evidence and a reanalysis of 540-million-year-old material using advanced imaging techniques rule out the idea they were from worms or small oceanic animals.

Genetic mapping reinforces the systemic nature of the disease and paves the way for developing blood tests that can detect it.

The Argentine geographer who was a close collaborator of Milton Santos explains how the theory of the two circuits of the urban economy helps interpret current phenomena, such as financialization, digitalization, and the platform economy.

In his most celebrated work, Milton Santos deconstructs the myth of universal integration and reveals, in the cracks of the system, the foundations for a globalization grounded in solidarity.

The coordinator of the Milton Santos Archive at USP’s Institute of Brazilian Studies analyzes the geographer’s life’s work and explains how Santos turned territory into a key element of social dynamics.

By breaking with European models of urbanization, Milton Santos’s classic work reveals how selectivity and fragmentation shape the territories of countries in the Global South.

From his childhood in hinterland Bahia state to global recognition, Milton Santos’s life reveals a mindset forged through academic rigor and defiance in the face of racism and the transformative experience of exile.

Dasosaurus tocantinensis was about 20 meters long and lived approximately 120 million years ago. Its closest relative lived in present-day Spain.

The use of high-frequency waves paves the way for new treatments against other viral infections such as dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya.

Project conducted at the University of São Paulo with support from FAPESP aims to ensure that the country has its own technology and does not depend on imports to perform xenotransplants in the public healthcare system.

The performance of the phenotype resulting from a cross with an albino strain was superior to what is typically found in temperate-climate farms of the species, paving the way for the development of new fishery products.

Calculator based on the Short Mood and Feelings Questionnaire was developed by researchers at CISM, an Applied Research Center supported by FAPESP.

Study shows that lead iodide can support phonon-polaritons, allowing radiation to be confined on a nanoscale and enabling new data transmission devices.

Study indicates that events such as cold air masses in the Northern Hemisphere alter the transport of aerosols across the Atlantic that nourish forest soils. It was previously believed that this influence came from changes in wind direction.

A study involving animals and humans showed that minocycline, in doses lower than those administered for bacterial infections, has an anti-inflammatory effect on microglia, which are brain cells that become more inflamed in people with the disorder.

Using industrial waste could enable the production of more sustainable and affordable cosmetics.

Research conducted on rats showed that the substance improved the viability of grafting, a method that preserves fertility in young cancer patients.

A study indicates that the availability of food for the largest cat in the Americas is a key factor in its presence in conservation areas of the biome, which covers approximately 15% of Brazil.

Small amounts of this anthropogenic soil, created by ancient Amazonian populations, have demonstrated a potent effect on the growth of two species of interest for reforestation.

Research on mice conducted at the Federal University of São Paulo shows that training in water promotes more robust and healthy cardiac adaptations.

Research coordinated by a University of São Paulo professor showed that a substance extracted from Copaifera lucens Dwyer leaves combats the microorganism that causes COVID-19 on multiple fronts.

In laboratory tests, the system operated stably for 120 hours. The prototype was also tested outdoors and maintained the same efficiency.

Research from the University of São Paulo shows that a dysregulated immune system can trigger systemic attacks on neural connections, expanding our understanding of the complexity of diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis.

Device developed at the University of São Paulo aims to enable rapid and accessible diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, thereby increasing the chances of effective treatment.

A FAPESP-supported startup has developed its own propagation and drying method to lower the cost of an ingredient that can account for up to 30% of the price of the beverage.

According to calculations by scientists at a FAPESP-supported research center, the amount is equal to the emission of 5.2 billion tons of CO2 equivalent. The authors point to the potential to meet Brazilian mitigation targets by “recarbonizing” soils through sustainable agricultural practices.

The event will offer a ten-day immersion in the institutional dynamics that have shaped and continue to reshape regulatory governance in Latin America.