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Model developed for research into neuropsychiatric disorders is being used to investigate effects of Zika virus on the brain and to pursue therapies.

Paleoclimate research shows that a collapse of this process in the past caused long periods of torrential rain in northeastern Brazil and increased CO2 emissions in the vicinity of Antarctica, among other consequences.

A training program offered in collaboration with George Washington University aims to promote the commercial development of innovative products, processes and services.

A new book investigates how the political experience of Spain's colonies in the Americas was elaborated by the leaders of the Brazilian independence process, inspiring concrete action.

A new species of fungus discovered in the Brazil nut tree ecosystem in the Amazon belongs to the genus Penicillium, from which Fleming obtained the first antibiotic.

Projections also suggest the amount of rainfall in the Pantanal could diminish by 30%-40% during the southern hemisphere's winter.

Findings published in Cell show that in the presence of potentially pathogenic bacteria, the neurons that innervate the intestine modulate the immune response to avoid excessive inflammation and tissue damage.

Microscopic analysis has confirmed that the Colônia Crater, near the Billings reservoir on the outskirts of Brazil's largest city, was produced by an asteroid or comet.

An array consisting of gold nanoparticles is inkjet printed on plastic and can be used to measure various biological processes associated with variations in electrical potential.

Mollusks known as tentaculitoids lived 400 million years ago in the icy seas that then covered part of what is now Brazil.

Researchers have developed a system that measures inflorescence traits in rice subpopulations as an aid to breed plants with higher quality and yield.

A methodology developed at the University of São Paulo will help clarify the link between zika infection and microcephaly and measure the real extent of the epidemic.

Research center unveiled in São Paulo aims to help surmount challenges of mass production to achieve high quality standards required for industrial applications.

Llanosuchus tamaensis is a species of notosuchian, a suborder of crocodylomorphs that evolved in Gondwana, the ancient supercontinent that gave rise to Africa, South America, Australia, Antarctica, and India.

Brazilian team presented findings of studies conducted over the past 15 years during FAPESP Week Michigan-Ohio.

A study indicates that sponges, the oldest animals in the world, are sources of compounds that could lead to the production of medicines to fight various diseases.

Glomerular filtration rate fell by 18% in patients with suspended hormone replacement during radioiodine treatment, according to a study by Brazilian scientists published in Thyroid.

Leadership of FAPESP and the Ohio State University highlight the success of the institutional agreement between them that has already selected 43 collaborative projects.

Approximately 0.5% of 40,000 donor blood samples collected in Rio de Janeiro and Recife during the 2012 dengue epidemic were contaminated.

Study points to those segments of developing country societies that most face corruption in their day-to-day lives.

Concepts from graph theory and complex networks together with tools such as gene network inference help map structural and functional aspects between genes, pinpointing therapeutic targets for diseases.

In partnership with Brazilian legal experts, U.S. historian Rebecca Scott is analyzing documents to gain an understanding of the factors that characterize present day labor analogous to slavery.

Researchers say dentists and ear, nose and throat specialists should be vigilant and refer patients with suspected lesions to a specialized center.

Research studies are being conducted for the purpose of building better and more efficient aircraft, using new materials and solutions based on birds.

Data from a study involving carriers of dystonia demonstrate the importance of gathering genetic data on reference populations in Brazil.

Scientists say that the challenge in cities like São Paulo lies in integrating public policies related to climate change with policies that pertain to housing, urban planning, and water resources management.

Finding new targets for the treatment of adrenocortical cancer, multiple myeloma and resistant hypertension is the goal of studies presented during FAPESP Week Michigan-Ohio.

The importance of international scientific cooperation among researchers in building knowledge is highlighted at FAPESP Week Michigan-Ohio.

During FAPESP Week Michigan-Ohio, a researcher from Brazil presented methodology used to stimulate neuroplasticity and improve motor function.

Strategies for using natural agents to combat crop pests must be adapted to the characteristics of tropical agriculture, experts say.

Researchers gathered to discuss how demographic and territorial disparities as well as inequality in gender, race, the labor market, access to education and political participation have changed in the last 50 years.

Researchers used mitochondrial DNA as a marker to assess the effectiveness of biological control by wasps.

Study suggests wearing anti-pollution filter masks can lessen the impact of vehicle emissions on people with heart failure and reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Study by team including Brazilian scientists published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters shows that formation of the galaxy's stars began in the center and then spread outwards.

Joint research results and opportunities will be discussed during symposia at the University of Michigan and Ohio State University.

The University of São Paulo's Faculty of Medicine will provide free accommodation for all participating students, and is offering a schedule filled with academic, clinical and social activities.

Research findings were presented at the Annual Project Meeting of FAPESP's Research Program on Global Climate Change.

Agreement with Health Ministry calls for investment of R$100 million in final phase of testing.

Researchers develop smartphone app that controls access to restricted areas using "virtual keys".

Study establishes chronology of tectonic and climate events in Bauru, Sanfranciscana and Parecis sedimentary basins, central-southern Brazil.

Researchers find that microRNAs undermine the control of gene expression in T-lymphocytes, leading these defense cells to attack insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas.

Leading US particle physics lab plans to measure the properties of neutrinos, which are among the most abundant particles in the universe, and detect their interactions with matter.

Additional funding of R$550,000 has been approved, and other proposals are being analyzed, says FAPESP's scientific director.

Research project will prospect for wild species and explore genetic variability to enrich germplasm banks.

New research explains why eating something caloric with an unpleasant taste is often preferable to more palatable food with no calories.

Discoveries open up new prospects for the study of the universe. Brazilian researchers' participation in the international collaboration is supported by FAPESP.

If the outcome is positive, we may be creating a new way to foster and promote science in Brazil by using a fast-track model for emergencies, says Paolo Zanotto, coordinator of the Zika Network.

FAPESP will fund the mobility of researchers from the State of São Paulo to seven institutions in other countries.

Researchers have developed a new atmospheric global circulation model adapted to climate conditions in South America.

The São Paulo blood bank will use a test developed with support from FAPESP to screen blood for use in pregnant women and intrauterine transfusions.