Vitamin D increases the likelihood that breast cancer will disappear with chemotherapy

In a study conducted at São Paulo State University with 80 women over the age of 45, low-dose vitamin D supplementation nearly doubled the treatment response rate.

FAPESP goes to France to expand international research collaboration

Researchers affiliated with São Paulo’s universities, research institutions, companies, and science and technology-based startups participate in another edition of FAPESP Week in Toulouse and Paris.

Study shows ways to tackle homophobic bullying in schools

Based on individual interviews with adolescents and focus group discussions, researchers from São Paulo State University have created a classification of the coping strategies used by young people in situations of school bullying. The study also provides recommendations for educational institutions.

A combination of exercise and omega-3 reduces the severity of tooth root infections

Rats that exercised and took fatty acid supplements responded better to bacteria and the inflammatory process of apical periodontitis, which can occur when caries reach the root canal and cause an infection.

Supplementation with functional amino acids improves pigs’ resistance to infections

An experiment carried out by researchers at São Paulo State University showed that animals fed a diet enriched with threonine, methionine, and tryptophan were better able to resist health challenges that can compromise weight gain and increase mortality.

Biodegradable plastic made from waste seeks to help reduce environmental impact

A startup supported by FAPESP has developed an alternative material using waste from the beer production process and used cooking oil.

USP and FAPESP bring innovative technologies to international startup fair in France

VivaTech is one of Europe's leading technology and startup events; USP and FAPESP will take researchers and disruptive technologies to the event in the areas of health, agriculture, sustainability, and artificial intelligence.

Study highlights factors associated with the risk of flooding in Heliópolis, São Paulo’s largest favela

Center for Favela Studies (CEFAVELA)

Booklet summarizes the results of a survey conducted by groups from the Center for Favela Studies and the Laboratory of Urban and Regional Studies and Projects of the Federal University of ABC; the material was presented to the community at a workshop held in February.

Mabe Bio: Brazilian biodiversity gives rise to new textile materials

Startup supported by FAPESP develops promising sustainable solution from native flora; angico biotissue will be presented at VivaTech in France.

Self-harm in adolescence: young people report on strategies to alleviate mental suffering in a booklet

The publication, which resulted from a project conducted at the Federal University of São Carlos, is available in Portuguese and English and has the potential to be an important, low-cost therapeutic and educational tool.

Ideelab: biotechnology for controlling citrus disease

With support from FAPESP, the São Paulo startup is developing more efficient strategies to combat pathogens that threaten citrus farming; the technology will be presented at VivaTech in France.

Tool identifies ecologically equivalent areas to guide restoration projects

Model designed to comply with current legislation uses biodiversity, landscape, and ecosystem services data and could support public policies.

FAPESP and France discuss strategies to expand scientific cooperation in the field of health

Online event brought together leaders from the Foundation, the Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), and the French Embassy in Brazil, as well as researchers.

Emerging pollutants are aggravating water crisis in developing countries, dossier says

Center for Research on Toxins, Immune-Response and Cell Signaling

In addition to the scarcity and unequal distribution of water, quality is being strongly affected by agricultural pesticides, industrial waste, and the disposal of medicines and hygiene products.

Advances in AI are shaping various aspects of the world, including how research is done

The assessment was made by researchers who participated in the 11th edition of the German-Brazilian Dialogue on Science, Research, and Innovation, held last month in the FAPESP auditorium.

Brazilian manufacturer of lung ventilators wants to increase its presence in the U.S. market

The FAPESP-supported company already exports one model and has applied for certification of two new devices in the United States.

Ocellott: solutions for aircraft electrification and ‘flying cars’

The FAPESP-supported company is developing critical equipment to make electric and hybrid aircraft models and eVTOLs viable; these technologies will be presented at VivaTech in France.

Study identifies proteins involved in the effectiveness of immunotherapy against blood cancer

Center for Cell-Based Therapy

Researchers at a FAPESP-supported research center have discovered 14 proteins that could be targets for improving CAR-T cell-based therapies.

Green technology uses corn stover to produce high-value bioderivatives and generate savings

The optimized extraction of sugars, organic acids, and phenolic compounds with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties uses only water, making it promising for applications in the biofuels, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

Study assesses how sustainable agricultural management practices in the Americas help sequester CO2

Center for Carbon Research in Tropical Agriculture

Researchers from the University of São Paulo and collaborators conducted a comprehensive review of the available literature on the subject, which included more than 13,000 articles.

Greenhouse gas could lead to the development of sustainable fuels

An international consortium of scientists presents an overview of the subject in an article published in the journal Science.

Human language was already present at least 135,000 years ago

The conclusion comes from a study coordinated by linguist Shigeru Miyagawa, who spoke about the subject in an interview with Agência FAPESP.

More than 70% of young women suffer from itching, irritation, pain, and other symptoms in the genital area

The finding was based on questionnaires applied to 313 Brazilian women in their 30s. The results indicate that, although the reported discomforts negatively affect the participants’ quality of life and sexual health, they tend to normalize them.

Women with low muscle mass have a worse prognosis in breast cancer treatment

The study conducted at the University of São Paulo evaluated data from 54 women who were newly diagnosed with early-stage disease.

Biotech develops technology to produce milk proteins without cows

Future Cow uses precision fermentation to create dairy ingredients in a sustainable way; the startup, supported by FAPESP, was selected to participate in VivaTech, one of Europe’s largest innovation events.