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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

The risk of groundwater contamination is still poorly monitored
SDG 6, SDG 11
The risk of groundwater contamination is still poorly monitored

Two-thirds of the 14,000 private wells in the São Paulo Metropolitan Area in Brazil are not formally registered, and many of the compliant wells operate in areas contaminated by toxic industrial waste.


The risk of groundwater contamination is still poorly monitored
SDG 6, SDG 11
The risk of groundwater contamination is still poorly monitored

Two-thirds of the 14,000 private wells in the São Paulo Metropolitan Area in Brazil are not formally registered, and many of the compliant wells operate in areas contaminated by toxic industrial waste.


Aquatic plant reduces antibiotics in water and genetic damage in fish
SDG 6, SDG 14
Aquatic plant reduces antibiotics in water and genetic damage in fish

A study conducted in the Piracicaba River in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, shows that the macrophyte Salvinia auriculata can act as a sink for these contaminants, reducing bioaccumulation and genotoxicity.


Aquatic plant reduces antibiotics in water and genetic damage in fish
SDG 6, SDG 14
Aquatic plant reduces antibiotics in water and genetic damage in fish

A study conducted in the Piracicaba River in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, shows that the macrophyte Salvinia auriculata can act as a sink for these contaminants, reducing bioaccumulation and genotoxicity.


Researchers make breakthrough in biomedical imaging and cancer treatment
SDG 3
Researchers make breakthrough in biomedical imaging and cancer treatment

A group from the University of São Paulo transformed hydroxyapatite, a bioceramic material, into a nanoparticle with enhanced intrinsic luminescence.


Researchers make breakthrough in biomedical imaging and cancer treatment
SDG 3
Researchers make breakthrough in biomedical imaging and cancer treatment

A group from the University of São Paulo transformed hydroxyapatite, a bioceramic material, into a nanoparticle with enhanced intrinsic luminescence.


Diet determines the bacteria present in microbial gardens cultivated by ants
SDG 15
Diet determines the bacteria present in microbial gardens cultivated by ants

Scientists observed that bacterial communities in colonies change depending on the food leafcutter ants offer to their symbiotic fungus. This research may aid in the search for new molecules for biofuels and bioremediation.


Diet determines the bacteria present in microbial gardens cultivated by ants
SDG 15
Diet determines the bacteria present in microbial gardens cultivated by ants

Scientists observed that bacterial communities in colonies change depending on the food leafcutter ants offer to their symbiotic fungus. This research may aid in the search for new molecules for biofuels and bioremediation.


Canadian agritech companies seek expansion opportunities in São Paulo
SDG 2, SDG 9
Canadian agritech companies seek expansion opportunities in São Paulo

Business mission aims to deepen collaboration on agricultural innovation between Canada and São Paulo startups supported by FAPESP.


Canadian agritech companies seek expansion opportunities in São Paulo
SDG 2, SDG 9
Canadian agritech companies seek expansion opportunities in São Paulo

Business mission aims to deepen collaboration on agricultural innovation between Canada and São Paulo startups supported by FAPESP.


Research shows that changes in breathing may be linked to hypertension
SDG 3
Research shows that changes in breathing may be linked to hypertension

Scientists at the University of São Paulo discovered that neurons in a region called the lateral parafacial area constrict blood vessels during exhalation, which contributes to spikes in blood pressure.


Research shows that changes in breathing may be linked to hypertension
SDG 3
Research shows that changes in breathing may be linked to hypertension

Scientists at the University of São Paulo discovered that neurons in a region called the lateral parafacial area constrict blood vessels during exhalation, which contributes to spikes in blood pressure.


Researchers combine flavor and nutritional value in Amazonian chocolate
SDG 3
Researchers combine flavor and nutritional value in Amazonian chocolate

Study shows that combining cocoa clones with different post-harvest processes can balance sensory quality and functional benefits, opening up new possibilities for chocolate production.


Researchers combine flavor and nutritional value in Amazonian chocolate
SDG 3
Researchers combine flavor and nutritional value in Amazonian chocolate

Study shows that combining cocoa clones with different post-harvest processes can balance sensory quality and functional benefits, opening up new possibilities for chocolate production.


The <i>Primeiros Laços</i> (‘First Ties’) program improves the quality of the family environment and the maternal bond
SDG 3, SDG 10
The <i>Primeiros Laços</i> (‘First Ties’) program improves the quality of the family environment and the maternal bond

The finding is from a study by the Center for Research and Innovation in Mental Health. The program is aimed at young pregnant women.


The <i>Primeiros Laços</i> (‘First Ties’) program improves the quality of the family environment and the maternal bond
SDG 3, SDG 10
The <i>Primeiros Laços</i> (‘First Ties’) program improves the quality of the family environment and the maternal bond

The finding is from a study by the Center for Research and Innovation in Mental Health. The program is aimed at young pregnant women.


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.


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