15-Jun-2026 The ability to accumulate toxins from the diet has gradually evolved in poison dart frogs Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Researchers suggest that there are at least four frog phenotypes representing stages in their evolution in the sequestration of alkaloids, which are toxins found in insects and used by some lineages of anuran amphibians to combat predators and pathogens. Journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
15-Jun-2026 Climate change boosts soybean production but worsens bean quality Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Using AI modeling fed with experimentally validated data, researchers at the University of São Paulo predict the simultaneous impact of high temperatures, drought, and increased CO₂. Journal Food Research International Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
12-Jun-2026 Anti-inflammatory molecule shows potential against Parkinson’s in study with mice Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication 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. Journal Neuropharmacology Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
11-Jun-2026 Study reveals 45 new toxins produced by bacteria associated with foodborne infections Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Computational tools were used to analyze the genetic material of 6,165 samples from 149 different types of Salmonella enterica subspecies Journal PLOS Biology Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
11-Jun-2026 Organism absorbs little of the minerals from nuts, points a study that simulated human digestion Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication 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. Journal Química Nova Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
10-Jun-2026 Material extends shelf life and prolongs release of fungus used as bioinsecticide Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Encapsulating Beauveria bassiana in a biopolymer made of cellulose and aluminum increased the viability of the fungus from 69% to 85% after five months of storage, providing a more sustainable alternative that releases the bioinsecticide over an extended period and reduces the need for new applications. Journal ACS Omega Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
10-Jun-2026 Pathogenic fungus transmitted by domestic cat scratches is present in wild animals Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication 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. Journal Mycopathologia Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
9-Jun-2026 Research shows that wetlands in the Brazilian savanna store more carbon than Amazonian forests Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Located in the Cerrado biome, these regions can store up to 1,200 tons of carbon per hectare – about six times the average tropical rainforest biomass storage. Journal New Phytologist Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
8-Jun-2026 Project to offer free genetic testing for couples planning to have children Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Business Announcement 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. Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
5-Jun-2026 Technology used to monitor conservation efforts at Rome's Colosseum will be used at the Ipiranga Museum Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Meeting Announcement The project, which was presented during FAPESP Week London, will use 3D laser scanning to create a digital model of the renovated building and establish an information management system for preventive maintenance. Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo