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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

Smartwatch detects anxiety and stress in real time
SDG 3, SDG 9
Smartwatch detects anxiety and stress in real time

The experimental technology, developed at an Applied Research Center at the State University of Campinas, is already accurate in over 80% of analyses. The research was presented during FAPESP Week London.


Smartwatch detects anxiety and stress in real time
SDG 3, SDG 9
Smartwatch detects anxiety and stress in real time

The experimental technology, developed at an Applied Research Center at the State University of Campinas, is already accurate in over 80% of analyses. The research was presented during FAPESP Week London.


FAPESP and the United Kingdom launch new phase of scientific cooperation in London
SDG 17
FAPESP and the United Kingdom launch new phase of scientific cooperation in London

At the opening of FAPESP Week, participants celebrated the impact of bilateral cooperation and highlighted artificial intelligence and biotechnology as priority areas for the future.


FAPESP and the United Kingdom launch new phase of scientific cooperation in London
SDG 17
FAPESP and the United Kingdom launch new phase of scientific cooperation in London

At the opening of FAPESP Week, participants celebrated the impact of bilateral cooperation and highlighted artificial intelligence and biotechnology as priority areas for the future.


Brazil must overcome environmental and technological obstacles to make rare earth mining viable
SDG 9, SDG 12
Brazil must overcome environmental and technological obstacles to make rare earth mining viable

During FAPESP Week London, expert Fernando Landgraf pointed out that, beyond its mineral potential, the country must master the stages of refining and producing inputs that are globally contested by the United States and China.


Brazil must overcome environmental and technological obstacles to make rare earth mining viable
SDG 9, SDG 12
Brazil must overcome environmental and technological obstacles to make rare earth mining viable

During FAPESP Week London, expert Fernando Landgraf pointed out that, beyond its mineral potential, the country must master the stages of refining and producing inputs that are globally contested by the United States and China.


Brazilian nanotechnology enables precise treatment of skin diseases
SDG 3
Brazilian nanotechnology enables precise treatment of skin diseases

A research group at the University of São Paulo is producing liquid crystal nanoparticles containing therapeutic molecules that reduce inflammation in diseases such as psoriasis and vitiligo. The advances were presented at FAPESP Week London.


Brazilian nanotechnology enables precise treatment of skin diseases
SDG 3
Brazilian nanotechnology enables precise treatment of skin diseases

A research group at the University of São Paulo is producing liquid crystal nanoparticles containing therapeutic molecules that reduce inflammation in diseases such as psoriasis and vitiligo. The advances were presented at FAPESP Week London.


Study reveals 45 new toxins produced by bacteria associated with foodborne infections
SDG 3
Study reveals 45 new toxins produced by bacteria associated with foodborne infections

Computational tools were used to analyze the genetic material of 6,165 samples from 149 different types of Salmonella enterica subspecies


Study reveals 45 new toxins produced by bacteria associated with foodborne infections
SDG 3
Study reveals 45 new toxins produced by bacteria associated with foodborne infections

Computational tools were used to analyze the genetic material of 6,165 samples from 149 different types of Salmonella enterica subspecies


Researchers seek solutions to prevent mental health breakdowns among elementary school teachers
SDG 4, SDG 16
Researchers seek solutions to prevent mental health breakdowns among elementary school teachers

An international seminar organized by the Science Center for the Development of Basic Education brought together experts from eight countries.


Researchers seek solutions to prevent mental health breakdowns among elementary school teachers
SDG 4, SDG 16
Researchers seek solutions to prevent mental health breakdowns among elementary school teachers

An international seminar organized by the Science Center for the Development of Basic Education brought together experts from eight countries.


New species of moths described in honor of <i>Orixás</i>
SDG 15
New species of moths described in honor of <i>Orixás</i>

Found in the Amazon, Pantanal, and Atlantic Forest, they were distinguished from what was previously known as a single species by integrating morphological analyses, molecular data, and interactions with host plants.


New species of moths described in honor of <i>Orixás</i>
SDG 15
New species of moths described in honor of <i>Orixás</i>

Found in the Amazon, Pantanal, and Atlantic Forest, they were distinguished from what was previously known as a single species by integrating morphological analyses, molecular data, and interactions with host plants.


New center supported by FAPESP aims to make cities more resilient to flooding
SDG 11
New center supported by FAPESP aims to make cities more resilient to flooding

The Flood-Resilient Cities SCD, inaugurated at the Institute for Technological Research, will bring together government, universities, and companies to find solutions to the problem.


New center supported by FAPESP aims to make cities more resilient to flooding
SDG 11
New center supported by FAPESP aims to make cities more resilient to flooding

The Flood-Resilient Cities SCD, inaugurated at the Institute for Technological Research, will bring together government, universities, and companies to find solutions to the problem.


Biomaterial made from jackfruit latex is a promising treatment for periodontitis
SDG 3
Biomaterial made from jackfruit latex is a promising treatment for periodontitis

With pomegranate peel extract and simvastatin, the product proved effective in combating the infection, inflammation, and periodontal tissue loss caused by the disease.


Biomaterial made from jackfruit latex is a promising treatment for periodontitis
SDG 3
Biomaterial made from jackfruit latex is a promising treatment for periodontitis

With pomegranate peel extract and simvastatin, the product proved effective in combating the infection, inflammation, and periodontal tissue loss caused by the disease.


Study shows that mutations in the <i>TP53</i> gene affect the response to lung cancer treatment
SDG 3
Study shows that mutations in the <i>TP53</i> gene affect the response to lung cancer treatment

The research analyzed tumor samples from over a thousand patients treated in Brazil’s national public health system.


FAPESP seeks to boost scientific collaboration between São Paulo and the United Kingdom
SDG 17
FAPESP seeks to boost scientific collaboration between São Paulo and the United Kingdom

The Foundation is promoting the FAPESP Week symposium in England for the third time, with the aim of consolidating and expanding partnerships in strategic areas such as energy transition and artificial intelligence.


Book addresses soil health in tropical ecosystems
SDG 2
Book addresses soil health in tropical ecosystems

Work supported by FAPESP is the result of an initiative by the Brazilian Soil Health Partnership, the Center for Carbon Research in Tropical Agriculture, and the Luiz de Queiroz Agricultural Studies Foundation.


Book addresses soil health in tropical ecosystems
SDG 2
Book addresses soil health in tropical ecosystems

Work supported by FAPESP is the result of an initiative by the Brazilian Soil Health Partnership, the Center for Carbon Research in Tropical Agriculture, and the Luiz de Queiroz Agricultural Studies Foundation.


The temperature in the city of São Paulo has risen more than the global average
SDG 11, SDG 13
The temperature in the city of São Paulo has risen more than the global average

The replacement of vegetation with materials such as asphalt, concrete, and masonry exacerbates warming, says a researcher from the University of São Paulo at an event organized by FAPESP and the NWO.


The temperature in the city of São Paulo has risen more than the global average
SDG 11, SDG 13
The temperature in the city of São Paulo has risen more than the global average

The replacement of vegetation with materials such as asphalt, concrete, and masonry exacerbates warming, says a researcher from the University of São Paulo at an event organized by FAPESP and the NWO.


Longer droughts and changes in rainfall are already occurring in the Amazon, research indicates
SDG 13
Longer droughts and changes in rainfall are already occurring in the Amazon, research indicates

Recently published studies led by Brazilian scientists indicate an extension of the dry season from four to six months and an increase in the water deficit of more than 150 millimeters. These studies serve as a warning for 2026 and 2027, when a “super El Niño” is forecast.


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