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Research Highlights
Neglected diseases Anti-cancer molecules show promise in the fight against malaria
In vitro tests conducted at the University of São Paulo suggest that the compounds eliminate the parasite during both the symptomatic phase and the stage at which it infects the mosquito vector.
Agricultural Engineering New raw materials diversifying ethanol production in Brazil
Corn, sorghum, and wheat expand the range of options; agave, the plant used to make tequila, has potential to be an important biofuel input.
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CIÊNCIA SP | MORE EFFICIENT SODIUM CAPACITORS
A study carried out at the Center for Innovation in New Energies (CINE) might help improving sodium supercapacitors, essential for electric cars and stabilization of solar and wind power grids.
Pollution A study carried out by USP researchers in Piracicaba river reveals that an aquatic plant might bring a low-cost solution for combating antibiotic-borne pollution.
Dentistry Artificial saliva in form of a mouthwash developed by FOB-USP researchers might help in dental treatment of head and neck cancer patients.
Health A simple test might predict loss of functional independence in older people as efficiently as complex physical assessments.
Biofuels Study carried out at UNICAMP shows that using biochar in agave crops might increase plant biomass by 60%.
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Annual Report FAPESP 2024
FAPESP funded 27,095 scholarships/fellowships and research grants, 18% more than in the previous year and a record high in the historical series.
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