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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

The complete genome of the golden lancehead reveals how genes responsible for venom toxins evolved
SDG 15
The complete genome of the golden lancehead reveals how genes responsible for venom toxins evolved

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.


The complete genome of the golden lancehead reveals how genes responsible for venom toxins evolved
SDG 15
The complete genome of the golden lancehead reveals how genes responsible for venom toxins evolved

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.


Dengue vaccine remains 80.5% effective against severe cases after five years
SDG 3
Dengue vaccine remains 80.5% effective against severe cases after five years

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


Sleep apnea aggravates muscle loss in people with COPD, research shows
SDG 3
Sleep apnea aggravates muscle loss in people with COPD, research shows

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


Reduced-impact management can promote forest recovery and carbon storage
SDG 13
Reduced-impact management can promote forest recovery and carbon storage

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.


Brazilian technology promises to increase hospital management efficiency
SDG 3, SDG 9
Brazilian technology promises to increase hospital management efficiency

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


Researchers create index to assess soil health in mangroves
SDG 13
Researchers create index to assess soil health in mangroves

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.


Study traces genetic links between 14 psychiatric conditions and may facilitate future treatments
SDG 3
Study traces genetic links between 14 psychiatric conditions and may facilitate future treatments

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


National serum against bee sting poisoning to enter final testing phase
SDG 3
National serum against bee sting poisoning to enter final testing phase

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.


National serum against bee sting poisoning to enter final testing phase
SDG 3
National serum against bee sting poisoning to enter final testing phase

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.


Researchers identify ‘neuroimmune signature’ that can predict hepatitis complications
SDG 3
Researchers identify ‘neuroimmune signature’ that can predict hepatitis complications

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.


Researchers identify ‘neuroimmune signature’ that can predict hepatitis complications
SDG 3
Researchers identify ‘neuroimmune signature’ that can predict hepatitis complications

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.


Drug for rheumatoid arthritis may improve kidney quality for transplantation
SDG 3
Drug for rheumatoid arthritis may improve kidney quality for transplantation

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.


Drug for rheumatoid arthritis may improve kidney quality for transplantation
SDG 3
Drug for rheumatoid arthritis may improve kidney quality for transplantation

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.


Gastrointestinal damage worsens yellow fever
SDG 3
Gastrointestinal damage worsens yellow fever

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.


Gastrointestinal damage worsens yellow fever
SDG 3
Gastrointestinal damage worsens yellow fever

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.


Natural dye produced by Amazonian fungus can be used in cosmetics
SDG 12
Natural dye produced by Amazonian fungus can be used in cosmetics

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.


Natural dye produced by Amazonian fungus can be used in cosmetics
SDG 12
Natural dye produced by Amazonian fungus can be used in cosmetics

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.


Diversification of termite diets was made possible by genome modifications
SDG 15
Diversification of termite diets was made possible by genome modifications

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.


Diversification of termite diets was made possible by genome modifications
SDG 15
Diversification of termite diets was made possible by genome modifications

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.


New method produces quantum dots that offer advantages for light-based technologies
SDG 9
New method produces quantum dots that offer advantages for light-based technologies

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.


New method produces quantum dots that offer advantages for light-based technologies
SDG 9
New method produces quantum dots that offer advantages for light-based technologies

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.


Babies exposed to poverty show delays in motor development as early as six months
SDG 3
Babies exposed to poverty show delays in motor development as early as six months

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.


Babies exposed to poverty show delays in motor development as early as six months
SDG 3
Babies exposed to poverty show delays in motor development as early as six months

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.


Suburban neighborhood in the São Paulo Metropolitan Area develops climate change adaptation plan
SDG 11, SDG 13
Suburban neighborhood in the São Paulo Metropolitan Area develops climate change adaptation plan

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


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