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Research Highlights
Neuroscience Researchers discover neural circuit involved in compulsive eating even without hunger
Scientists used in mice a technique combining light stimulation and bioengineering to activate a nerve cells cluster deep inside the brain. The discovery could pave the way to treatment of eating disorders.
Energy The path to sustainable hydrogen
Brazil begins producing the fuel, which is seen as key to the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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Field Diary – Negro River series
After a 24-hour journey from Manaus, the DEGy Negro River Expedition finalize preparations at the mouth of the Jauaperi River (Roraima state) in search for Iracema caiana, an electric fish species whose only four specimen known to science were collected in 1968 at an inaccurately described nearby-site. Agência FAPESP report followed the work in the field.
Supercomputers Capable of complex operations, machines enable to investigate matters such as the effects of deforestation on climate and Milky Way evolution.
Teacher blackout To improve its basic education, Brazil needs to renew undergraduate courses that prepare students to teach, as well as to create policies that make the teaching career attractive.
Biotechnology Tilapia skin offers innovative treatment for corneal ulcers in dogs, preventing eye loss.
Public Health Increasingly widespread use of antibiotics fosters the appearance of superbacteria defying science and health systems.
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FAPESP Annual Activity Report
FAPESP allocated $ PPP 400.5 million to the funding of 19,692 research projects in 2021, for growth of
3.5% compared with 2020.
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