Scientists at the University of São Paulo isolated the molecule while studying aerenchyma, structures the plant creates to form air channels in its roots. The discovery could increase the production of second-generation ethanol.
Through a partnership with IBAMA, researchers from São Paulo State University used DNA analysis to identify species in shipments of sea cucumbers and swim bladders of fish from the Amazon coast that were seized at Guarulhos Airport, Brazil’s largest airport.
An initiative developed at Hospital de Amor in the Southeast of Brazil cross-references genetic and epidemiological data to create risk assessment tools tailored to the Brazilian population’s diversity.
A computational model predicts the path of light radiation within the body to tailor noninvasive therapies to each patient’s anatomy.
The theoretical proposal eliminates the need for auxiliary circuits to “eavesdrop” on quantum bits by transforming the system’s own electric current into a mirror of the information.
A bioherbicide developed by a São Paulo startup optimizes field management and reduces the need for synthetic pesticides by up to 50%.
For the first time, research reveals the food subsistence strategies of these communities, which involved sophisticated land use practices that incorporated various species. Previously, it was believed that these populations were either hunter-gatherers or monoculture farmers.
A study involving Brazilian researchers analyzed samples from subway stations, hospitals, bank branches, soil, and sewage in 31 countries. The researchers used genetic screening with a tool developed at the University of São Paulo.
Scientists are seeking to reduce the initial growth of agave, which is considered one of the most promising crops for biofuel production and carbon sequestration in the semiarid region.
A system developed at the University of São Paulo combines radar data with a neural network to track precipitation every five minutes. The software can run on standard laptops.
Researchers have developed a system capable of generating up to six liters of water per day using cells made from a material derived from recycled textile waste.
A study by the Federal University of São Paulo indicates that adolescents involved in multiple contexts of violence are 11 times more likely to develop mental health issues, reinforcing the urgency of integrating anti-bullying efforts with drug prevention in schools.
An international study reveals that the unprecedented heat stress of 2023–2024 will likely recur in the coming decades unless emissions are reduced. The Amazon is the most vulnerable region.
A study published in the journal Nature shows that Tametara mirim lived underground, while a contemporary species from Argentina lived on the surface, indicating that an ecologically diverse population of snakes already existed 80 million years ago.
FAPESP launches four new Science Centers for Development focused on accessibility and inclusion.
The study was conducted by scientists at the Center for Innovation in New Energies – one of FAPESP’s Applied Research Centers –, in collaboration with researchers from Italy.
A study conducted by Redoxoma, a FAPESP Research, Innovation, and Dissemination Center, indicates that genetically encoded fluorescent probes also respond to other biological oxidants.
In vitro tests conducted at the University of São Paulo suggest that the compounds eliminate the parasite during both the symptomatic phase and the stage at which it infects the mosquito vector.
Startup uses technology to transform uniforms and advertising banners into income, reducing the time it takes to connect raw materials to labor by 89%.
Digital connectivity in rural areas, rural youth, and mechanisms for disseminating information are among the key drivers of technology adoption in the agri-food sector.
Experiment with female rats shows that treatment targeting only one estrogen receptor provides metabolic protection without the risk of stimulating tumors in the uterus and breasts.
An experiment conducted between Niterói and Rio de Janeiro paves the way for proving the preservation of quantum entanglement outdoors and for developing future ultra-secure communication networks.
Combining sucrose with antioxidants derived from coffee and peanut waste slows the body’s absorption of the sugar without altering its taste. A patent application for the product has already been filed.
Developed at the University of São Paulo, the smart device uses cobalt chloride to detect a loss of crispness in products such as cookies.
Startup develops technology that accelerates bone regeneration and reduces the risk of complications after surgery.
