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.
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.
A study with mice conducted at the State University of Campinas shows that seven days of strength training were sufficient to activate lipid breakdown mechanisms.
In partnership with Angolan researchers, a professor from the State University of Campinas will lead the sequencing of 750 DNA samples from Angola. The data will contribute to the development of precision medicine.
The PoliTO Hub will develop joint projects in energy transition, artificial intelligence, smart cities, transportation, architecture, and urban planning.
In an interview with Agência FAPESP, Diva Amon, a scientist from Trinidad and Tobago who led the first Caribbean deep-sea expedition, explains the urgency of keeping specimens and data in their countries of origin and strengthening South-South partnerships.
At the 6th FAPESP 2026 Conference, the quantum technologies coordinator at Brazil’s largest private bank demonstrated how current research can reveal applications, anticipate risks, and develop expertise in a technology that has yet to reach large-scale commercial use.
Developed at the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials, this technology enables the three-dimensional cultivation of cells and allows for a more accurate assessment of the toxicity of drugs, nanomaterials, and pollutants.
