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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

New antiseptic capable of eliminating 99.9% of <i>Candida parapsilosis</i> cells
SDG 3
New antiseptic capable of eliminating 99.9% of <i>Candida parapsilosis</i> cells

The fungus is one of the leading causes of hospital-acquired infections.


New biomarker has the potential to predict and prevent epileptic seizures
SDG 3
New biomarker has the potential to predict and prevent epileptic seizures

An international team of researchers has proposed a non-pharmacological intervention based on a physiological signal that precedes the neuronal storm of an epileptic seizure.


Brazilian startup aims to manufacture custom-made human organs
SDG 3, SDG 9
Brazilian startup aims to manufacture custom-made human organs

The FAPESP-backed health tech company is now headquartered in Switzerland and is developing a platform to produce tissues in a lab. The goal is to obtain clinical approval for transplantation within ten years.


New center will assess the impact of music on the mental health of young people and adolescents
SDG 3
New center will assess the impact of music on the mental health of young people and adolescents

Based in the city of São Paulo, the Interdisciplinary Center for the Development of Music Research is a partnership between FAPESP, São Paulo State University, and the Department of Creative Culture, Economy, and Industry.


The Center for Research in Mental Health creates public policy support unit
SDG 3
The Center for Research in Mental Health creates public policy support unit

The new unit will focus on data science, neuroscience, population-based epidemiology, and mental healthcare for children, adolescents, and young adults.


86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds
SDG 3
86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds

The study is the first to indicate the prognosis of the condition and identify possible factors related to recovery and recurrence.


86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds
SDG 3
86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds

The study is the first to indicate the prognosis of the condition and identify possible factors related to recovery and recurrence.


Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration
SDG 3
Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration

In an experimental study conducted at the State University of Campinas, the livers of animals that were supplemented with HMB showed less damage and functioned better when subjected to new stress.


Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration
SDG 3
Use of supplement before surgery improves liver regeneration

In an experimental study conducted at the State University of Campinas, the livers of animals that were supplemented with HMB showed less damage and functioned better when subjected to new stress.


Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies
SDG 3
Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies

Ingredient derived from Sargassum filipendula shows high potential as functional component even in small quantities.


Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies
SDG 3
Brown seaweed flour enhances nutritional value and digestibility of gluten-free cookies

Ingredient derived from Sargassum filipendula shows high potential as functional component even in small quantities.


Fear, pain, shame, and inequality prevent women from getting screened for cervical and breast cancer
SDG 3
Fear, pain, shame, and inequality prevent women from getting screened for cervical and breast cancer

Studies were conducted by the São Paulo Oncocentro Foundation with support from FAPESP.


Unprecedented marker uses tomography to refine gastric cancer prognosis
SDG 3
Unprecedented marker uses tomography to refine gastric cancer prognosis

Scientists at the State University of Campinas have identified a variable capable of predicting patients at higher risk of unfavorable disease progression by combining data on the radiodensity of visceral fat and muscle.


Researchers find potential therapeutic target against cancer
SDG 3
Researchers find potential therapeutic target against cancer

Molecule found on cell surfaces may pave the way for new therapies against tumor progression.


Oropouche virus has already infected more than 5 million people in Brazil, study suggests
SDG 3
Oropouche virus has already infected more than 5 million people in Brazil, study suggests

Estimates indicate that the number of cases has reached 9.4 million across Latin America and the Caribbean since the 1960s, according to articles published by Nature Group journals. The authors warn that strategies to combat the vector, the gunpowder midge, must differ from those used against Aedes.


Pathogenic fungus transmitted by domestic cat scratches is present in wild animals
SDG 3
Pathogenic fungus transmitted by domestic cat scratches is present in wild animals

Researchers detected pathogenic species of Sporothrix in the internal organs of mammals, birds, and reptiles that were killed by vehicles on Brazilian roads. The study reveals a new reservoir for fungi and highlights the need for surveillance.


Pathogenic fungus transmitted by domestic cat scratches is present in wild animals
SDG 3
Pathogenic fungus transmitted by domestic cat scratches is present in wild animals

Researchers detected pathogenic species of Sporothrix in the internal organs of mammals, birds, and reptiles that were killed by vehicles on Brazilian roads. The study reveals a new reservoir for fungi and highlights the need for surveillance.


Anti-inflammatory molecule shows potential against Parkinson’s in study with mice
SDG 3
Anti-inflammatory molecule shows potential against Parkinson’s in study with mice

In an experiment, the Ac2-26 peptide protected neurons from cell death, which is characteristic of the condition. The study also demonstrated differences in disease progression and protection between males and females.


Anti-inflammatory molecule shows potential against Parkinson’s in study with mice
SDG 3
Anti-inflammatory molecule shows potential against Parkinson’s in study with mice

In an experiment, the Ac2-26 peptide protected neurons from cell death, which is characteristic of the condition. The study also demonstrated differences in disease progression and protection between males and females.


Organism absorbs little of the minerals from nuts, points a study that simulated human digestion
SDG 3
Organism absorbs little of the minerals from nuts, points a study that simulated human digestion

An experiment conducted at the Federal University of São Paulo showed that only a fraction of copper and magnesium present in Brazil nuts and cashews is rendered available by the human body.


Nutrients in nuts may not be fully utilized by the body
SDG 3
Nutrients in nuts may not be fully utilized by the body

Research conducted at the Federal University of São Paulo showed that the human body may limit the absorption of minerals present in Brazil nuts and cashews.


Neutrophils adopt different defense strategies depending on the stimulus
SDG 3
Neutrophils adopt different defense strategies depending on the stimulus

Study by a FAPESP-supported research center reveals distinct biochemical pathways that regulate pathogen neutralization and inflammatory responses.


Project to offer free genetic testing for couples planning to have children
SDG 3
Project to offer free genetic testing for couples planning to have children

The initiative, supported by FAPESP, aims to map genes associated with rare hereditary diseases to create “risk calculators” based on the diversity of the Brazilian population.


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.


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