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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 31-Dec-2025 08:11 ET (31-Dec-2025 13:11 GMT/UTC)

FAPESP Day Uruguay symposium begins tomorrow in Montevideo

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Meeting Announcement

The event will have a similar structure to FAPESP Week, but with a shorter program focused on three themes: Oceanography, Forestry, and Sustainable Animal Protein Production.

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

Researchers develop chemical compound with potential against Alzheimer’s disease

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

A group from the Federal University of the ABC tested the substance on rats and obtained positive results. The group is now seeking partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to conduct clinical trials.

Journal: ACS Chemical Neuroscience
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Toys contain worrying levels of toxic elements

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

An analysis of 70 plastic children’s products sold in Brazil revealed chemical contamination in most samples, with levels up to 15 times higher than permitted. Barium, lead, chromium, and antimony were the most commonly found toxic elements.

Journal: Exposure and Health
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Thinking hydrogels: Toward automatic insulin without electronic pumps

Escuela Superior Politecnica del Litoral

Can you imagine a future where insulin releases itself—without sensors or human intervention?

Researchers at ESPOL have developed an advanced mathematical model that simulates a device capable of doing just that. Based on glucose sensitive hydrogels, this system could revolutionize diabetes treatment, offering a more autonomous, safe, and biocompatible approach.

Journal: Advanced Theory and Simulations

Biomaterials reduce the chance of medical implant failure

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Technology created by a startup supported by FAPESP accelerates patient recovery and improves biological integration.

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

Computational study evaluates new electrolytes for batteries of the future

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

The study investigated compounds that can be used as electrolytes in sodium-ion devices. Sodium is an abundant and widely distributed element. The equipment shows great promise for storing surplus energy from solar and wind farms.

Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Study shows limits of and proposes alternatives for the functional restoration of the Atlantic Forest

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

The research used network theory to analyze the ecological connectivity of 28 areas in the northwest of the state of São Paulo, Brazil. View of the study region, showing that replanting has not fully integrated the replanted areas into the mosaic of native fragments.

Journal: Journal of Applied Ecology
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Accessible imaging technique can predict cardiac risks in patients with Chagas disease

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

A three-year study of 77 people showed that analyzing myocardial deformation during contraction can predict the risk of death. Caused by the Trypanosoma cruzi parasite, chronic Chagas cardiomyopathy progressively damages heart tissue

Journal: PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Mindfulness improves the health of women with chronic jaw pain

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

A study by the University of São Paulo shows that meditation promotes physical relief and psychological balance for women with temporomandibular disorder (TMD).

Journal: Journal of Oral Rehabilitation
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Study maps priority areas to reduce macaw deaths from electric shock

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

At least 35 individuals of the endangered Lear's macaw have been killed by electrocution in the semi-arid region of Bahia, Brazil, in 2025. Replacing 10% of the riskiest poles could prevent 80% of these deaths.

Journal: Journal of Applied Ecology
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

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