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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

Most mammal species discovered in the South since 1990 are found in the North
SDG 16, SDG 17
Most mammal species discovered in the South since 1990 are found in the North

A Brazilian study analyzed the fate of 1,116 species described over the past 35 years and proposes measures to prevent so-called “parachute science”.


Sediments off Brazil’s Northeast coast reveal sudden changes in heat transport in the Atlantic
SDG 13
Sediments off Brazil’s Northeast coast reveal sudden changes in heat transport in the Atlantic

Research shows that the AMOC, a system fundamental to the Earth’s climate, has undergone sudden changes in the past, driven by climate shifts similar to those we are experiencing now.


Scientists discover new frog species in the Amazon’s flooded forests
SDG 15
Scientists discover new frog species in the Amazon’s flooded forests

Identified in western Acre, Adenomera varcena reveals a hidden diversity that could be confirmed only through call and DNA analyses


Unsupervised free time increases the likelihood that adolescents will engage in violent behavior
SDG 4
Unsupervised free time increases the likelihood that adolescents will engage in violent behavior

This is the conclusion of an international study involving more than 58,000 young people from 21 countries. In Brazil, approximately 1,900 adolescents between the ages of 13 and 17 were interviewed.


App offers educational and interactive itineraries in green spaces and ecological parks
SDG 9
App offers educational and interactive itineraries in green spaces and ecological parks

The free app turns a smartphone into an interactive guide for ecotourism.


New technique reveals on a large scale how thousands of proteins change shape and move
SDG 3, SDG 9
New technique reveals on a large scale how thousands of proteins change shape and move

Led by a Brazilian researcher, a study published in Nature shows that molecules with nearly identical three-dimensional structures can exhibit completely different behaviors over time.


Study seeks innovative therapies against COVID-19
SDG 3
Study seeks innovative therapies against COVID-19

A researcher affiliated with a FAPESP-funded center is studying monoclonal antibodies capable of neutralizing different variants of SARS-CoV-2.


Use of omega-3 and ASA has a similar effect to antibiotics against severe periodontitis
SDG 3
Use of omega-3 and ASA has a similar effect to antibiotics against severe periodontitis

Study shows that combining the two compounds with conventional treatment may be a promising alternative, reducing the need for antibiotics.


Mega-study analyzes the impact of gratitude interventions
SDG 3
Mega-study analyzes the impact of gratitude interventions

Research conducted in 34 countries compared six practices designed to foster gratitude with three control measures, observing variations in effects based on cultural differences.


Genetic testing changes the course of hereditary cancer in a family observed for 20 years
SDG 3
Genetic testing changes the course of hereditary cancer in a family observed for 20 years

A case report published in the journal CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians shows how genetic analysis and molecular biology studies helped confirm the diagnosis, guide preventive surgeries, and define personalized surveillance strategies across generations.


New vaccine strategy protects against chikungunya and could become a platform for combating other diseases
SDG 3
New vaccine strategy protects against chikungunya and could become a platform for combating other diseases

In tests conducted on mice, a single dose of the formulation containing genetically modified viruses protected the rodents against the disease.


Study points to a link between hypothyroidism and sleep apnea
SDG 3
Study points to a link between hypothyroidism and sleep apnea

Research involving residents of São Paulo (Brazil) suggests a bidirectional relationship between the two conditions and indicates the benefits of hormone therapy for improving sleep quality.


Laser scanning may help prevent urban trees from falling
SDG 11, SDG 15
Laser scanning may help prevent urban trees from falling

A team from the University of São Paulo has developed an algorithm for optimal pruning that makes trees less vulnerable to wind tunnels. The goal is to create an app to guide human work.


Genetic map produced in Brazil points to new avenues for treating Alzheimer’s
SDG 3, SDG 9
Genetic map produced in Brazil points to new avenues for treating Alzheimer’s

A São Paulo-based startup has identified 129 new research targets that could lead to new methods for diagnosing and treating the disease.


Combination of abdominal obesity and vitamin D deficiency more than doubles the risk of death in people over 50
SDG 3
Combination of abdominal obesity and vitamin D deficiency more than doubles the risk of death in people over 50

A study involving over 5,500 individuals indicates that hormone level monitoring and weight control are essential measures to avoid premature death.


In Atlantic Forest restoration, connection between fragments is more important than fragment size
SDG 13, SDG 15
In Atlantic Forest restoration, connection between fragments is more important than fragment size

Study covering 52 areas of the biome shows that natural dispersal of new plants is boosted by the amount of surrounding forest and rainfall regime.


A high-sugar diet may worsen asthma, even in the short term
SDG 3
A high-sugar diet may worsen asthma, even in the short term

In a study conducted on mice, high consumption of condensed milk induced a fast inflammatory response in abdominal adipose cells that extended to the lungs.


RIDC CancerThera signs partnership with Uruguayan institution to accelerate new frontier in cancer therapy
SDG 3
RIDC CancerThera signs partnership with Uruguayan institution to accelerate new frontier in cancer therapy

The agreement between the FAPESP Research, Innovation, and Dissemination Center and the Uruguayan Center for Molecular Imaging aims to boost the development and application of theranostic radiopharmaceuticals.


Indigenous territory maintains ecological stability amid agricultural expansion in the Brazilian savanna
SDG 10, SDG 13, SDG 15, SDG 16
Indigenous territory maintains ecological stability amid agricultural expansion in the Brazilian savanna

A study combining remote sensing, geographic data science, and field research shows that the Xavante territory has preserved its environmental configuration, while neighboring areas have been converted to large-scale soybean farming and livestock ranching.


Study shows that social inequality exacerbates barriers to physical activity
SDG 3
Study shows that social inequality exacerbates barriers to physical activity

Black, mixed-race, Asian, and Indigenous women with lower levels of education face greater difficulties. The study followed the same group for a decade.


The consumption of ultra-processed foods by fathers may influence their babies’ birth weight and body measurements
SDG 3
The consumption of ultra-processed foods by fathers may influence their babies’ birth weight and body measurements

A study conducted at the University of São Paulo reinforces the importance of including fathers in health and family planning guidance.


Study identifies measures that aid in the recovery of patients with fractures near the shoulder
SDG 3
Study identifies measures that aid in the recovery of patients with fractures near the shoulder

The analysis identified the line between normal care regarding movement for those who have suffered an injury and excessive fear, which ultimately hinders rehabilitation.


Isotopic analysis may help police combat Amazon illegal timber trade
SDG 12, SDG 15
Isotopic analysis may help police combat Amazon illegal timber trade

University of São Paulo researchers are mapping the distribution of different isotopes of oxygen, carbon and other elements in the composition of Amazon trees that can be used to track the origin of seized material.


Researchers detect a potentially harmful substance in solid waste
SDG 6, SDG 12
Researchers detect a potentially harmful substance in solid waste

Chlorinated organophosphorus esters, used as flame retardants, can cause toxic effects on the endocrine and reproductive systems and possibly lead to cancer.


RCGI launches Standards Observatory to drive innovation in energy transition
SDG 7, SDG 9
RCGI launches Standards Observatory to drive innovation in energy transition

Open database developed by FAPESP Applied Research Center reduces barriers to implementation of technological innovations.


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