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Research funded by FAPESP aligned with the SDGs

Potentially toxic elements in bananas grown in the Mariana disaster region exceed FAO limits
SDG 3
Potentially toxic elements in bananas grown in the Mariana disaster region exceed FAO limits

The study also assessed the risks of consuming cocoa and cassava grown in Linhares, a municipality in an area affected by the Fundão dam collapse in Minas Gerais, Brazil, ten years ago.


Potentially toxic elements in bananas grown in the Mariana disaster region exceed FAO limits
SDG 3
Potentially toxic elements in bananas grown in the Mariana disaster region exceed FAO limits

The study also assessed the risks of consuming cocoa and cassava grown in Linhares, a municipality in an area affected by the Fundão dam collapse in Minas Gerais, Brazil, ten years ago.


Bromeliads promote plant diversity in the forest by enriching the soil with nutrients
SDG 15
Bromeliads promote plant diversity in the forest by enriching the soil with nutrients

Water accumulated in the tanks of these plants living high up in trees has much higher concentrations of nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, and iron than rainwater. Plants irrigated with this nutrient-rich water produced almost twice as many leaves.


Bromeliads promote plant diversity in the forest by enriching the soil with nutrients
SDG 15
Bromeliads promote plant diversity in the forest by enriching the soil with nutrients

Water accumulated in the tanks of these plants living high up in trees has much higher concentrations of nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, and iron than rainwater. Plants irrigated with this nutrient-rich water produced almost twice as many leaves.


Four years after the Mariana mining disaster in Brazil, river fish remained contaminated
SDG 3, SDG 11
Four years after the Mariana mining disaster in Brazil, river fish remained contaminated

A comprehensive analysis conducted in 2019 detected the accumulation of 13 heavy metals and other toxic substances, advising against consumption due to risks to human health.


Four years after the Mariana mining disaster in Brazil, river fish remained contaminated
SDG 3, SDG 11
Four years after the Mariana mining disaster in Brazil, river fish remained contaminated

A comprehensive analysis conducted in 2019 detected the accumulation of 13 heavy metals and other toxic substances, advising against consumption due to risks to human health.


The COVID-19 virus manipulates host cell RNA to shut down the immune system
SDG 3
The COVID-19 virus manipulates host cell RNA to shut down the immune system

A study by the Federal University of São Paulo describes how SARS-CoV-2 interacts with the RNA of infected lung cells in an unprecedented way. The results may guide the search for new treatments and vaccines.


The COVID-19 virus manipulates host cell RNA to shut down the immune system
SDG 3
The COVID-19 virus manipulates host cell RNA to shut down the immune system

A study by the Federal University of São Paulo describes how SARS-CoV-2 interacts with the RNA of infected lung cells in an unprecedented way. The results may guide the search for new treatments and vaccines.


Obesity and inflammation may accelerate lung aging and increase the risk of COPD
SDG 3
Obesity and inflammation may accelerate lung aging and increase the risk of COPD

A study of nearly 900 adults indicates that although smoking is still the main risk factor for lung function loss, systemic inflammation and obesity also increase the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.


Obesity and inflammation may accelerate lung aging and increase the risk of COPD
SDG 3
Obesity and inflammation may accelerate lung aging and increase the risk of COPD

A study of nearly 900 adults indicates that although smoking is still the main risk factor for lung function loss, systemic inflammation and obesity also increase the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.


Latin American research indicates a lower prevalence of a type of head and neck cancer
SDG 3
Latin American research indicates a lower prevalence of a type of head and neck cancer

After analyzing over 1,400 cases of squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck, the study found that more aggressive histopathological variants occur at a rate of 4.6%. Previous estimates pointed to a rate of up to 15%.


Latin American research indicates a lower prevalence of a type of head and neck cancer
SDG 3
Latin American research indicates a lower prevalence of a type of head and neck cancer

After analyzing over 1,400 cases of squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck, the study found that more aggressive histopathological variants occur at a rate of 4.6%. Previous estimates pointed to a rate of up to 15%.


Magnetic marker promises to revolutionize gastrointestinal diagnosis
SDG 3, SDG 9
Magnetic marker promises to revolutionize gastrointestinal diagnosis

FAPESP-supported startup develops unprecedented technology to democratize digestive system exams with a simple, fast, and accessible procedure.


Magnetic marker promises to revolutionize gastrointestinal diagnosis
SDG 3, SDG 9
Magnetic marker promises to revolutionize gastrointestinal diagnosis

FAPESP-supported startup develops unprecedented technology to democratize digestive system exams with a simple, fast, and accessible procedure.


Distribution pattern of parliamentary amendments in Brazil harms large cities
SDG 10
Distribution pattern of parliamentary amendments in Brazil harms large cities

According to a study by a FAPESP-supported research center, which includes federal funds, towns and villages benefit the most in per capita terms.


Eight sessions of non-invasive brain stimulation improve postural response in people with Parkinson’s disease
SDG 3
Eight sessions of non-invasive brain stimulation improve postural response in people with Parkinson’s disease

A study conducted at São Paulo State University indicates that the non-invasive technique provides lasting benefits by reducing the risk of falls.


Eight sessions of non-invasive brain stimulation improve postural response in people with Parkinson’s disease
SDG 3
Eight sessions of non-invasive brain stimulation improve postural response in people with Parkinson’s disease

A study conducted at São Paulo State University indicates that the non-invasive technique provides lasting benefits by reducing the risk of falls.


Abdominal obesity and muscle loss increase the risk of death by 83% after age 50
SDG 3
Abdominal obesity and muscle loss increase the risk of death by 83% after age 50

A study of more than 5,000 people over 12 years showed that simple measures to assess the two conditions can facilitate the diagnosis of sarcopenic obesity without complex tests, such as MRI and CT scans. This finding expands access to treatment for older adults.


Abdominal obesity and muscle loss increase the risk of death by 83% after age 50
SDG 3
Abdominal obesity and muscle loss increase the risk of death by 83% after age 50

A study of more than 5,000 people over 12 years showed that simple measures to assess the two conditions can facilitate the diagnosis of sarcopenic obesity without complex tests, such as MRI and CT scans. This finding expands access to treatment for older adults.


Study proves the anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-arthritic actions of a plant used in folk medicine
SDG 3
Study proves the anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-arthritic actions of a plant used in folk medicine

Alternanthera littoralis, also known as Joseph’s Coat, is native to the Brazilian coast and has traditionally been used to combat microbial infections and parasitic diseases.


Study proves the anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-arthritic actions of a plant used in folk medicine
SDG 3
Study proves the anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-arthritic actions of a plant used in folk medicine

Alternanthera littoralis, also known as Joseph’s Coat, is native to the Brazilian coast and has traditionally been used to combat microbial infections and parasitic diseases.


Mixed reality glasses reduce assembly errors by up to 95% in industry
SDG 9
Mixed reality glasses reduce assembly errors by up to 95% in industry

A startup supported by the Centelha program has developed a solution that combines cutting-edge technology with ease of use, transforming production lines without the need for expensive automation.


Mixed reality glasses reduce assembly errors by up to 95% in industry
SDG 9
Mixed reality glasses reduce assembly errors by up to 95% in industry

A startup supported by the Centelha program has developed a solution that combines cutting-edge technology with ease of use, transforming production lines without the need for expensive automation.


Research in São Paulo regains momentum in 2024
SDG 17
Research in São Paulo regains momentum in 2024

The FAPESP Annual Report records over 27,000 supported projects, an 18% increase over the previous period and a record in the historical series.


Research in São Paulo regains momentum in 2024
SDG 17
Research in São Paulo regains momentum in 2024

The FAPESP Annual Report records over 27,000 supported projects, an 18% increase over the previous period and a record in the historical series.


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