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Previously accelerated by black holes, the particles are reaccelerated by shock waves resulting from the collision. The phenomenon helps scientists understand the structure of the universe on the largest scale.

Research group studies functions of proteins involved in calcium signaling in Trypanosoma cruzi and helps to identify drug development targets.

An international group of researchers led by Brazilians has identified and characterized 82 binaries in a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way.

In addition to regulating tissue blood flow, sympathetic innervation is also important for the growth of muscle mass and the control of movement, Brazilian researchers and German collaborators have shown.

Novel design developed by Brazilian researchers couples light waves and mechanical waves at higher intensity levels.

The number of cases is the lowest in 35 years, and Brazil can eradicate the disease; however, researchers see cause for concern in transmission by Plasmodium falciparum.

Study investigates how climate changes that occurred during Pleistocene affected geographic distribution and evolution of 15 endemic bird species.

In the journal Oncotarget, Brazilian researchers describe a set of 26 genes with the potential to become biomarkers of aggressiveness in ductal carcinoma in situ.

A group of scientists and engineers from Brazil and the US successfully transferred data between São Paulo and Miami at approximately 100 gigabits per second.

The study also shows that combining these two crops is a powerful survival strategy in an era of climate change and raises farm incomes.

App suitable for smartphones and tablets will enable any user to access forecasts.

Hormone that regulates sleep plays a key role in ovarian follicle growth, researchers report.

Researchers show, in an article in Cell, that the central nucleus of the amygdala is the brain region responsible for articulating the different skills involved in pursuing and killing prey.

Five years' worth of data from the cosmic ray detector installed on the International Space Station challenge the conventional models. The amount of antimatter detected surprises physicists.

Information about the geographic distribution of over 2,300 freshwater species will be posted on the internet for use free of charge.

A study shows that a defense mechanism known as hygienic behavior controls parasites and pathogens that attack these eusocial insects.

Political scientist who studies US-German relations says that a plan to create European army without US participation would give the EU more independence.

Molecule described in Science Advances inhibited pathological growth of new blood vessels in preclinical trials.

Researchers identify a microorganism with a carapace that resembles the wizard's hat worn by Gandalf.

Study performed at the Center for Research and Development of Functional Materials aims to construct a non-invasive device that measures blood glucose by breath analysis.

Researchers in Brazil and the United Kingdom have developed a novel approach that includes training non-specialist health workers to deliver care to the elderly.

Changes in foreign and economic policy alongside adverse shifts in global geopolitics have eroded Brazil's capacity to achieve the aims of "ethanol diplomacy", say Brazilian and British researchers.

A paper by Brazilian and Spanish astrophysicists published in Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society sets out to detail gas infall.

Researchers describe how certain genes influence weight loss, energy expenditure, and body composition in obese patients submitted to surgery or diet.

Vampire bats are now feeding on the blood of wild boars and feral pigs. Growth in populations of these bats and swine threatens livestock herds and the environment.

FAPESP and FINEP will fund 15 research projects related to on-board instruments for a Brazilian satellite, space electronics and optics, and attitude and orbit control, among others.

Executive Director of the US National Science Communication Institute says reforms must benefit both scientists and science.

Study details the genetic structure and molecular diversity of the varieties of cocoa grown in the state of Bahia for over 200 years and identifies trees resistant to witch's broom.

Project is funded by FAPESP's SPRINT program, which has a call for proposals open until January 30.

A combination of advanced technology with biological assets could result in high value-added innovative products, experts say.