26-Jan-2026 First known lichen in the fossil record helped structure terrestrial ecosystems Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Study confirms that the symbiosis between fungi and algae that dissolves rocks and was widely distributed across Earth 410 million years ago helped form the first soils. Journal Science Advances Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
22-Jan-2026 Platform helps children with neurodiversity and anxiety Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Using biofeedback and gamification, the solution teaches emotional self-regulation strategies to child patients with disorders such as ADHD and ASD. Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
21-Jan-2026 Fossilized vomit reveals first filter-feeding pterosaur in the tropics Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication A flying relative of dinosaurs, Bakiribu waridza (“comb mouth” in the Kariri language) filtered crustaceans and other small organisms from rivers and lakes, where it was likely swallowed by a predator that regurgitated it in the Araripe Basin in northeastern Brazil. Journal Scientific Reports Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
20-Jan-2026 Brazilian research reveals how some types of breast cancer ‘evade’ treatment Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Discovery increased the number of known variations of the HER2 protein, the target of advanced drugs against the disease, from 13 to 90; diversity may explain resistance to therapies. Journal Genome Research Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
20-Jan-2026 Registrations open for São Paulo School of Advanced Science on Immigration, Environmental Violence and Colonialism Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Meeting Announcement The School aims to foster critical training and collective production of knowledge on the main challenges set by the convergence of crises faced by contemporary society. Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
16-Jan-2026 Deadly to amphibians, a fungal strain emerged in Brazil and spread around the world Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis is responsible for the decline of toad and frog populations across the globe. The origin of the fungal strain was the subject of a study led by researchers at the State University of Campinas. Journal Biological Conservation Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
14-Jan-2026 Study reveals protein linked to spread of pancreatic cancer through nerves Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Brazilian research shows that stellate pancreatic cells produce periostin, remodeling tissue and facilitating tumor infiltration, a key mechanism of the aggressiveness and high mortality of the disease. Journal Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
13-Jan-2026 Smart device reminds older adults to take their medication and monitors intake Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo The organizer holds all the pills for one week (Monday through Sunday) and can be set for up to four different times throughout the day. Real-time monitoring reduces medication waste and increases treatment effectiveness. the system not only acts as a reminder but also records each patient’s action. Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
13-Jan-2026 Starch sachets release fertilizer in a controlled manner and can replace petroleum-derived polymers Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Nanoparticle-reinforced wrappers can be filled with various formulations of the granular products needed for crops, a versatility that facilitates application by agribusiness. Journal Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
8-Jan-2026 Research shows how immune system reacts to pig kidney transplants in living patients Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo Peer-Reviewed Publication Results indicate that the innate immune response remains activated even with immunosuppressant use, paving the way for new therapies to prevent organ rejection. Journal Nature Medicine Funder Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo