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São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) is one of the country's leading agencies for scientific and technological research. FAPESP supports research through grants and fellowships for projects in all areas of knowledge, submitted by researchers from public and private higher education and research institutions, government agencies, and companies based in the state of São Paulo. You can learn more about FAPESP at www.fapesp.br/en

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Latest News Releases from FAPESP

Updates every hour. Last Updated: 10-Dec-2025 03:11 ET (10-Dec-2025 08:11 GMT/UTC)

Essential oil-based solution protects fruit from fungi

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

FAPESP-supported startup develops formulations based on bio-inputs to combat fungal infections and reduce the use of pesticides in fruit growing.

Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

The largest primate in the Americas could lose up to 61% of its climatically suitable habitat by 2090

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Study predicts that the two species of muriquis will be restricted mainly to coastal regions of the Atlantic Forest, leaving populations in the interior seriously at risk. Predictions only consider climate change, which could mask an even greater risk when considering synergistic threats, such as forest fragmentation.

Journal: Journal for Nature Conservation
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Compound from Antarctic microorganism can be used to produce food, cosmetics, and medicine

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A bioactive compound produced by the microorganism Bacillus licheniformis, found on Deception Island in Antarctica, has properties that qualify it for use in producing food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and biodegradable materials. The substance is essential for the survival of microbes in extreme environments and has been shown to have antioxidant, emulsifying, and stabilizing properties.

Journal: Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Portable sensor detects synthetic cannabinoids in e-cigarettes and biological fluids

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers develop technology that identifies highly potent and dangerous psychoactive substances. The device can be used in emergency medical facilities and to help inform users and reduce the harm associated with consumption.

Journal: Talanta
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Physical exercise can ‘train’ the immune system

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

In an article published in the journal Scientific Reports, an international team of researchers describes how the defense cells of older adults with a history of endurance training are more effective against inflammation. The study concluded that the bodies of older athletes are accustomed to dealing with inflammatory episodes due to decades of continuous training; as a result, they have an immune system with a more regulated and controlled profile, which under stress exhibits less intense inflammatory responses than young athletes.

Journal: Scientific Reports
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

People with Down syndrome have early neuroinflammation

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers at the University of São Paulo identify a new factor that explains the high prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in older people with Down syndrome. The discovery paves the way for disease prevention strategies in this population.

Journal: Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Combination of quantum and classical computing supports early diagnosis of breast cancer

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Simple quantum-classical neural networks achieve good results in classifying lesions with fewer computational parameters. Scientists from São Paulo State University demonstrated a hybrid model at an international symposium.

Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Study assesses livestock vulnerability to climate change

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Research led by scientists at the University of São Paulo contributes to the formulation of strategies to prevent the collapse of animal protein production. Considering future global warming scenarios based on projections by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the research group emphasizes the urgent need to intensify the production system for poultry farming because these animals will not be able to withstand high temperatures.

Journal: Environmental Impact Assessment Review
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

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