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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

New antiseptic capable of eliminating 99.9% of <i>Candida parapsilosis</i> cells
SDG 3
New antiseptic capable of eliminating 99.9% of <i>Candida parapsilosis</i> cells

The fungus is one of the leading causes of hospital-acquired infections.


Study shows that 9 out of 10 cities have experienced climate-related disasters over the past three decades
SDG 11, SDG 17
Study shows that 9 out of 10 cities have experienced climate-related disasters over the past three decades

An analysis of 60,000 records of flooding, waterlogging, flash floods, landslides, storms, and droughts reveals regional impacts in Brazil and may inform public policy.


New biomarker has the potential to predict and prevent epileptic seizures
SDG 3
New biomarker has the potential to predict and prevent epileptic seizures

An international team of researchers has proposed a non-pharmacological intervention based on a physiological signal that precedes the neuronal storm of an epileptic seizure.


Brown howler monkeys rest more on hot, long days and when feeding on leaves
SDG 15
Brown howler monkeys rest more on hot, long days and when feeding on leaves

Findings from a study that monitored a group in Carlos Botelho State Park in São Paulo, Brazil, help shed light on the habitat use of this vulnerable species.


Cave reveals influence of Antarctica and El Niño on extreme rainfall in the South of Brazil
SDG 13
Cave reveals influence of Antarctica and El Niño on extreme rainfall in the South of Brazil

Researchers analyzed samples of sediment preserved in stalagmites to reconstruct the region’s climatic history. The 20th century saw one of the highest frequencies of extreme events in the last 7,500 years.


Brazilian startup aims to manufacture custom-made human organs
SDG 3, SDG 9
Brazilian startup aims to manufacture custom-made human organs

The FAPESP-backed health tech company is now headquartered in Switzerland and is developing a platform to produce tissues in a lab. The goal is to obtain clinical approval for transplantation within ten years.


Study reveals how giant trees in tropical forests transport water to their uppermost branches
SDG 13, SDG 15
Study reveals how giant trees in tropical forests transport water to their uppermost branches

The study published in Science helps us understand the role of this little-studied type of vegetation in climate change. One percent of the tallest trees store more than half of the carbon in tropical forest ecosystems.


RCGI and Equinor launch carbon capture and storage research project
SDG 7, SDG 13
RCGI and Equinor launch carbon capture and storage research project

The CABRA project, which received BRL 10 million in funding, will study the synergies between ethanol plants and basaltic formations in Brazil’s Southeast region.


New device advances computing that mimics the human brain
SDG 9
New device advances computing that mimics the human brain

In systems inspired by neural networks and synapses, an oxide-based structure combines processing and memory into a single component, with the potential to reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency.


New center will assess the impact of music on the mental health of young people and adolescents
SDG 3
New center will assess the impact of music on the mental health of young people and adolescents

Based in the city of São Paulo, the Interdisciplinary Center for the Development of Music Research is a partnership between FAPESP, São Paulo State University, and the Department of Creative Culture, Economy, and Industry.


Over the past 15 years, Brazil has seen a more than 200% increase in non-native mollusk species
SDG 14, SDG 15
Over the past 15 years, Brazil has seen a more than 200% increase in non-native mollusk species

Data from nearly the entire country indicates that the number of species rose from 26 to 82 between 2011 and 2025, in addition to 13 species of unknown origin. The authors highlight the need to strengthen biosecurity and early detection measures, as well as long-term monitoring programs, to improve our understanding of the impacts.


New metal alloy can be used for orthopedic implants and aircraft components
SDG 9
New metal alloy can be used for orthopedic implants and aircraft components

The 3D-printed, titanium-based multilayer structure combines two generally contradictory properties: strength and ductility.


Storms impact the architecture of webs and the survival of spiders
SDG 15
Storms impact the architecture of webs and the survival of spiders

Study conducted in the Ecuatorian Andes shows how heavy rains damage these silk-weaved traps and act as a kind of “ecological filter” for spider species.


The Center for Research in Mental Health creates public policy support unit
SDG 3
The Center for Research in Mental Health creates public policy support unit

The new unit will focus on data science, neuroscience, population-based epidemiology, and mental healthcare for children, adolescents, and young adults.


The impact of global warming on fish reproduction may be temporary
SDG 14
The impact of global warming on fish reproduction may be temporary

A ten-year experiment with European seabass reveals that the overpopulation of males caused by warm water is reversed by the birth of more females in the third generation.


The impact of global warming on fish reproduction may be temporary
SDG 14
The impact of global warming on fish reproduction may be temporary

A ten-year experiment with European seabass reveals that the overpopulation of males caused by warm water is reversed by the birth of more females in the third generation.


86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds
SDG 3
86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds

The study is the first to indicate the prognosis of the condition and identify possible factors related to recovery and recurrence.


86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds
SDG 3
86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds

The study is the first to indicate the prognosis of the condition and identify possible factors related to recovery and recurrence.


Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration
SDG 3
Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration

In an experimental study conducted at the State University of Campinas, the livers of animals that were supplemented with HMB showed less damage and functioned better when subjected to new stress.


Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration
SDG 3
Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration

In an experimental study conducted at the State University of Campinas, the livers of animals that were supplemented with HMB showed less damage and functioned better when subjected to new stress.


São Paulo to host country’s first plant for capturing and storing carbon from sugarcane ethanol
SDG 2, SDG 7, SDG 13
São Paulo to host country’s first plant for capturing and storing carbon from sugarcane ethanol

The initiative, estimated to cost BRL 30 million, brings together FAPESP, the University of São Paulo, the State Department for the Environment, and the productive sector.


São Paulo to host country’s first plant for capturing and storing carbon from sugarcane ethanol
SDG 2, SDG 7, SDG 13
São Paulo to host country’s first plant for capturing and storing carbon from sugarcane ethanol

The initiative, estimated to cost BRL 30 million, brings together FAPESP, the University of São Paulo, the State Department for the Environment, and the productive sector.


Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies
SDG 3
Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies

Ingredient derived from Sargassum filipendula shows high potential as functional component even in small quantities.


Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies
SDG 3
Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies

Ingredient derived from Sargassum filipendula shows high potential as functional component even in small quantities.


Data intelligence predicts water shortages in rural areas
SDG 2, SDG 9
Data intelligence predicts water shortages in rural areas

FAPESP-backed startup forecasts water availability from springs to support decision-making in scenarios of irregular rainfall.


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