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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Registration opens for São Paulo School of Advanced Science in Structural Safety
SDG 9, SDG 13
Registration opens for São Paulo School of Advanced Science in Structural Safety

International event will be held on May 3-16, 2025, at the University of São Paulo’s campus in São Carlos.


São Paulo state accounts for more than 50% of Brazil’s S&T based startups, according to a new report
SDG 9
São Paulo state accounts for more than 50% of Brazil’s S&T based startups, according to a new report

Of the 875 deep techs mapped nationwide, 28% have received funding from FAPESP’s Innovative Research in Small Business Program (PIPE), says the report produced by consultancy Emerge in partnership with Cubo Itaú, an important private sector incubator.


App uses artificial intelligence to monitor sleep and treat insomnia and apnea
SDG 3, SDG 9
App uses artificial intelligence to monitor sleep and treat insomnia and apnea

The platform, which was developed with FAPESP’s support, uses a clinical protocol based on cognitive behavioral therapy. The startup responsible participated in a business delegation to FAPESP Week Italy.


Toothpaste with calcium and fluoride nanoparticles proves effective against enamel demineralization
SDG 3, SDG 9
Toothpaste with calcium and fluoride nanoparticles proves effective against enamel demineralization

Material was compared with conventional dentifrice through in vitro tests on bovine teeth.


FAPESP helps set up ten research centers that will focus on applications of artificial intelligence in Brazil
SDG 9
FAPESP helps set up ten research centers that will focus on applications of artificial intelligence in Brazil

Located in different parts of the country, the centers will conduct research in science, technology and innovation addressing problems that can be solved by AI in such areas as health, agriculture, manufacturing, and smart cities.


Artificial intelligence tools bring efficiency to the architectural process
SDG 9
Artificial intelligence tools bring efficiency to the architectural process

Solutions developed by a startup supported by FAPESP through its innovation in small businesses program were presented during FAPESP Week Italy.


Brazilian researchers work to transform agave into the ‘sugarcane of the <i>sertão</i>’
SDG 7, SDG 9, SDG 17
Brazilian researchers work to transform agave into the ‘sugarcane of the <i>sertão</i>’

The goal is to develop an alternative for bioenergy production that can be grown in semi-arid regions, which are advancing in Brazil and worldwide; results were presented during FAPESP Week Italy.


FAPESP Week Italy participants discuss actions to promote innovation and collaboration with industry
SDG 9, SDG 17
FAPESP Week Italy participants discuss actions to promote innovation and collaboration with industry

The panel included Carlos Américo Pacheco from FAPESP, Marina Silverii from Attractiveness Research Territory Emilia-Romagna, and Claudio Melchiorri from the Università di Bologna.


Startup monitors proliferation of microorganisms that turn water bodies green
SDG 9, SDG 12
Startup monitors proliferation of microorganisms that turn water bodies green

With FAPESP’s support, the startup plans to collect biomass from the cyanobacterial blooms that have turned the Pinheiros River green in São Paulo city and convert it to bioproducts.


Process optimizes extraction of bioactive compounds from agricultural residues for cosmetics and food products
SDG 9, SDG 12
Process optimizes extraction of bioactive compounds from agricultural residues for cosmetics and food products

An invention developed at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) obtains theobromine and caffeine from coca bean husks using stingless bee honey as a solvent. The method is a safe alternative to conventional processes, which can be harmful to human health and the environment.


Platinum surfaces doped with bismuth produce more ketone
SDG 9
Platinum surfaces doped with bismuth produce more ketone

The experiment of the Center for Development of Functional Materials was described in an article in the journal ChemCatChem.


Group develops robotic platform to make transcranial magnetic stimulation safer and more precise
SDG 9
Group develops robotic platform to make transcranial magnetic stimulation safer and more precise

The technology was developed at the Research, Innovation, and Dissemination Center for Neuromathematics in collaboration with scientists from Finland.


Automated coffee sorting helps select beans for export
SDG 9
Automated coffee sorting helps select beans for export

A system created by a startup supported by FAPESP evaluates coffee cherry quality with precision on the production line, reducing waste and enhancing yield.


Study details effects of laser and electron irradiation of silver-based compounds
SDG 9
Study details effects of laser and electron irradiation of silver-based compounds

An article reporting the study is featured on the cover of Nano Letters; the findings can help design next-generation electronic materials for the semiconductor and nanotechnology industry.


Molecules extracted from microalgae accelerate seed germination
SDG 2, SDG 9
Molecules extracted from microalgae accelerate seed germination

A startup supported by FAPESP has created a solution that promotes development and growth of the roots and aerial part of plants.


Platform uses artificial intelligence to calculate body measurements from photographs
SDG 9
Platform uses artificial intelligence to calculate body measurements from photographs

The solution, developed by a startup supported by FAPESP, estimates eight parameters with an error of under 5% for 80% of users, according to the firm’s founder.


Chip that entangles four photons opens up possibility of inviolable quantum encryption
SDG 9
Chip that entangles four photons opens up possibility of inviolable quantum encryption

The device can be used to implement sharing systems in which any attempt at unauthorized access is immediately detected because it alters the quantum correlations.


Project in Brazil studies technologies to integrate offshore wind farms into the country's power grid
SDG 7, SDG 9
Project in Brazil studies technologies to integrate offshore wind farms into the country's power grid

Work conducted at the Research Center for Greenhouse Gas Innovation will also analyze the best way to bring electricity to oil platforms off the Brazilian coast.


Dairy-free infant formula developed by Brazilian startup mimics composition of maternal breast milk
SDG 3, SDG 9
Dairy-free infant formula developed by Brazilian startup mimics composition of maternal breast milk

The biotech based at MIT is developing bioactive versions of the product using the same technique as breweries and pharmaceuticals that produce biologics.


Technology created at USP helped prepare the Brazilian judo team for the Paris Olympics
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Technology created at USP helped prepare the Brazilian judo team for the Paris Olympics

Software based on statistical models detects sporting talent and allows athletes’ performance to be monitored. The tool was developed with the support of FAPESP.


Orion will be the world’s first maximum biosafety lab linked to a synchrotron light source
SDG 3, SDG 9
Orion will be the world’s first maximum biosafety lab linked to a synchrotron light source

Scheduled to start operating in 2028 at the Brazilian Center for Research on Energy and Materials (CNPEM) in Campinas (São Paulo state), the lab will enable researchers for the first time in Latin America to study viruses classified as class 4, the highest category of biological risk.


São Paulo State University unveils factory dedicated to producing pilot batches of biopharmaceuticals for clinical research
SDG 3, SDG 9
São Paulo State University unveils factory dedicated to producing pilot batches of biopharmaceuticals for clinical research

Located in Botucatu, the plant will perform outsourced medical drug development and production services for pharmaceutical companies, biotechs and other research institutions, complying with best manufacturing practices.


São Paulo and Italy plan to increase bilateral interaction between universities and companies
SDG 9, SDG 17
São Paulo and Italy plan to increase bilateral interaction between universities and companies

Companies are currently involved in 15% of the collaborative research projects conducted by scientists in São Paulo state and Italy, according to data presented at an event hosted by FAPESP.


Companies supported by PIPE-FAPESP are looking for possible partnerships in China
SDG 9, SDG 17
Companies supported by PIPE-FAPESP are looking for possible partnerships in China

Startups were selected to participate in FAPESP Week through a call for proposals from the Innovative Research in Small Businesses Program, launched in April; the focus on innovation should be maintained in future editions of the event.


Novel method optimizes extraction of antioxidant and colorant from jabuticaba peel
SDG 9, SDG 12
Novel method optimizes extraction of antioxidant and colorant from jabuticaba peel

The process, developed by Brazilian and Spanish scientists, obtains anthocyanin from fruit processing waste with a higher yield than the usual method.


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