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Franco-Brazilian archaeological mission conducts study of shell and earth monuments in the Lower Amazon. Initial findings were presented at the Brazil-France Forum, “Forests, Biodiversity, and Human Societies”.

In an interview with Agência FAPESP, world-renowned HPV researcher Luisa Villa explains why cervical tumors still kill thousands of Brazilian women, even though they are almost entirely preventable with vaccines and screening.

Research conducted at the University of São Paulo shows that changes in the prefrontal cortex caused by severe stress or trauma during adolescence may be linked to the onset of disorders such as schizophrenia and depression.

The event is funded by FAPESP and aims to contribute to the training of young researchers in the fields of obesity and metabolic and cardiovascular diseases; registrations by March 31, 2026.

Also known as hydrocorals, four species found in Brazil – three of which are endemic – have historically been overlooked in reef monitoring. Researchers report the death of 100% of the monitored colonies of one of the species studied.

Technology improved by a FAPESP-supported startup enables contactless inspection of large industrial structures with greater speed, safety, and traceability.

A subsidiary of the Federal University of São Carlos and spin-off of a FAPESP-supported center uses new materials in the synthesis of chemotherapy drugs for multiple myeloma, which could generate savings of 30% to 50% in time and investment.

It is estimated that up to 400 million people worldwide and nearly 14 million in Brazil have the chronic condition. A review by an international panel of 14 experts, including Brazilians, highlights the need to standardize diagnosis and treatment.

Two-thirds of the 14,000 private wells in the São Paulo Metropolitan Area in Brazil are not formally registered, and many of the compliant wells operate in areas contaminated by toxic industrial waste.

A study conducted in the Piracicaba River in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, shows that the macrophyte Salvinia auriculata can act as a sink for these contaminants, reducing bioaccumulation and genotoxicity.

A group from the University of São Paulo transformed hydroxyapatite, a bioceramic material, into a nanoparticle with enhanced intrinsic luminescence.

Scientists observed that bacterial communities in colonies change depending on the food leafcutter ants offer to their symbiotic fungus. This research may aid in the search for new molecules for biofuels and bioremediation.

Business mission aims to deepen collaboration on agricultural innovation between Canada and São Paulo startups supported by FAPESP.

The finding is from a study by the Center for Research and Innovation in Mental Health. The program is aimed at young pregnant women.

Scientists at the University of São Paulo discovered that neurons in a region called the lateral parafacial area constrict blood vessels during exhalation, which contributes to spikes in blood pressure.

Study shows that combining cocoa clones with different post-harvest processes can balance sensory quality and functional benefits, opening up new possibilities for chocolate production.

One of the most complete sequencing projects ever performed on snakes worldwide serves as a reference for all jararaca vipers, which may contribute to new discoveries about toxins and the conservation of the species on Queimada Grande Island in Brazil, where it is critically endangered.

Study published in Nature Medicine confirms that Butantan-DV protects against hospitalizations.

A study of 44 patients shows that the combination of the two diseases reduces strength and physical performance, directly impacting quality of life.

Thirty years of research in the Amazon provides evidence that good timber harvesting practices increase above-ground biomass and can contribute to mitigating climate change.

National solution detects billions in waste by measuring patients’ quality of life and cross-referencing the data with the actual cost of treatments.

Biopharmaceutical developed at São Paulo State University with support from FAPESP receives financial support from the Ministry of Health for final phase of clinical trials.

Tool can support managers in setting conservation priorities for these ecosystems, called “blue carbon forests.” Brazil has the second largest mangrove area on the planet, behind only Indonesia.

After comparing data from over one million diagnosed individuals, an international consortium of researchers grouped the disorders into five major categories.

A network of genes linked to the nervous and immune systems can predict cancer risk and even explain symptoms such as fatigue and depression resulting from viral hepatitis infection.

A study by the São José do Rio Preto School of Medicine could increase the use of the most sought-after organ in Brazil. There are almost 30,000 people on the waiting list.

Researchers at the University of São Paulo and the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that bleeding in the intestine during severe cases of the disease causes systemic infection and worsens the viral infection.

A red extract made from Talaromyces amestolkiae was tested in the bases of potential products, including face cream, shampoo, and gel sticks, for its antioxidant and antibacterial properties.

Study reveals that evolutionary divergence occurred before ecological divergence, enabling these insects to feed on both wood and soil. Future discoveries may be applied to the production of biofuels.

The manufacturing strategy allows for the production of single and entangled photon emitters with low density, high symmetry, and wavelengths that are more suitable for integrated photonics.

For 11 months, researchers from the FAPESP-funded Center for Favela Studies provided support to the community in the municipality of Diadema.

Analyses conducted by researchers at the Federal University of São Carlos showed that the condition can be easily reversed through simple stimuli and strategies, reinforcing the need for programs aimed at this population.

Study observed accumulation of plastic on Trindade Island, Brazil’s easternmost territory, precisely in the depressions where turtles lay their eggs and hatchlings are born.

Research using mobile phone data indicates that the living condition reduces the variability of daily movements.

A study supported by FAPESP tested using high-energy sparks to degrade pollutants without generating waste.

Research from São Paulo State University shows that an inexpensive, easy-to-produce substance eliminated lung infection in 30 days. The compound has the potential to reduce the time and toxicity of current therapies.

Software developed by a FAPESP-supported startup simulates complex industrial processes and promises to reduce costs in sectors ranging from aviation to wind energy.

Funded by FAPESP, the Center for Innovation on New Energies has already produced 100% Brazilian prototypes, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers.

In a preliminary study conducted on human cells, two commonly used osteoporosis drugs bound to excess iron, preventing cell damage.

A study by FAPESP-supported center used the NK-92 cell line to test new chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) models. Tests demonstrated an increased ability of the cells to destroy tumors.

FAPESP-supported startup uses artificial intelligence to connect government data and reveal a complete picture of innovation ecosystems in all Brazilian municipalities.

A field of tektites extending across the states of Minas Gerais, Bahia, and Piauí, has been discovered in Brazilian territory for the first time. The more than 600 objects collected thus far may have been formed by a single collision event between an extraterrestrial body and the Earth’s surface.

Research by a FAPESP-supported center indicates that the favela formation process is ongoing but slowing down.

Satellite data also shows 25% less rainfall compared to regions with high forest cover.

Combining acceptance and monitoring in the education of young people reduces the risk of repeating consumption patterns, even in families where parents also use these substances, including cigarettes, vapes, and marijuana.

Research conducted with 130 children between the ages of six and 11 showed that inflammation associated with obesity and being overweight affects the functioning of the endothelium – the layer that lines blood vessels – paving the way for diseases such as atherosclerosis, heart attack, and stroke.

Study involving researchers from a FAPESP-supported center presents a new molecular architecture based on zirconium metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) designed for efficiently degrading emerging water contaminants.

Tool uses remote sensing to reduce uncertainties regarding agricultural losses, contributing to public policy.

Study funded by FAPESP shows that most Brazilian women are unaware of their labor rights during pregnancy and postpartum.

Brazilian startup supported by FAPESP develops technology to support teachers and identify individual student difficulties.