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Wild parrot species returns to its habitat in Atlantic Rainforest reserve
June 18, 2025
The goal of reintroducing the bird is to restore the original fauna of the forest and its functionality. Supported by FAPESP, the project was presented at the Brazil-France Forum on Forests, Biodiversity, and Human Societies in Paris.


FAPESP delegation welcomed at the Brazilian Embassy in Paris
June 18, 2025
During the visit, a cooperation agreement was signed between the University of São Paulo and the National Museum of Natural History.


Science is essential for curbing global warming, forest loss, and biodiversity loss
June 17, 2025
The assessment was made by Barbara Pompili, the French Ambassador for the Environment, at the opening of a forum at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris. The event is part of the FAPESP Week France program.


New and urgent museologies
June 17, 2025
Researchers from Brazil and France meet at a seminar during FAPESP Week to discuss ways forward for museums in the face of the changes and challenges of the 21st century.


Amazon scorpion toxin kills breast cancer cells
June 17, 2025
Researchers from the University of São Paulo have identified a molecule in arachnid venom that acts similarly to a commonly used chemotherapy drug for treating the disease; preliminary results of the study were presented at FAPESP Week France.


New visions and missions for museums
June 16, 2025
Researchers, institution leaders, and representatives of indigenous communities discuss the importance of natural history museums and their role in the 21st century at a symposium during FAPESP Week France.


Representatives from FAPESP visit the CNRS stand at VivaTech
June 16, 2025
Delegation visiting France to participate in FAPESP Week learns about the instruments available at the French National Center for Scientific Research to support innovation and startups.


Researchers from Brazil and France are set to test new cell therapy for cancer
June 16, 2025
Scientists from the Curie Institute and the University of São Paulo are about to conduct a clinical study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a new CAR-T cell-based immunotherapy for patients with oculocerebral lymphoma; the project was presented at FAPESP Week in Toulouse.


The role of natural history museums in the 21st century
June 13, 2025
In partnership with FAPESP, the National Museum of Natural History of France is holding a seminar for scientists, museologists, and representatives of indigenous communities to discuss new visions and missions for these institutions.


Museomics highlights the importance of scientific museum collections
June 13, 2025
At a symposium in Paris, a University of São Paulo professor of zoology explains how new technologies allow for the use of degraded DNA from specimens preserved for decades, contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge and the conservation of biodiversity.


Drones can detect fires and monitor greenhouse gas emissions
June 13, 2025
University of São Paulo researchers are developing an aircraft equipped with sensors that can detect and measure the concentrations of carbon dioxide and methane in the environment; the project was presented at FAPESP Week France in Toulouse.


Science and innovation for a sustainable future
June 13, 2025
At VivaTech in Paris, research center coordinators showcase the advances made at the University of São Paulo in agriculture, climate, energy, computing, artificial intelligence, and health.


São Paulo’s innovations take center stage at Europe’s largest technology event
June 12, 2025
With support from USP and FAPESP, scientists and entrepreneurs showcase their innovative research in areas such as agriculture, climate, photonics, artificial intelligence, materials, and health in Paris.


Electric-powered drone set to cross the South Atlantic Ocean nonstop
June 12, 2025
The aircraft’s design is inspired by albatrosses, which exploit atmospheric turbulence to fly for long periods with minimal effort and energy expenditure; the project, developed by French engineers, was presented during FAPESP Week France.


Imunotera: therapeutic vaccine for diseases caused by HPV
June 11, 2025
With support from FAPESP, the São Paulo startup has developed a molecule that can stimulate the immune system to fight cancer caused by the human papillomavirus; the technology will be presented at the VivaTech fair in Paris.


Scientific collaboration between São Paulo and France increases the impact of research conducted in both regions
June 11, 2025
The assessment was made by participants in the opening session of FAPESP Week France in Toulouse.


FAPESP goes to France to expand international research collaboration
June 10, 2025
Researchers affiliated with São Paulo’s universities, research institutions, companies, and science and technology-based startups participate in another edition of FAPESP Week in Toulouse and Paris.


Cor.Sync: Brazilian device provides innovative heart attack diagnosis
June 9, 2025
The system, developed by the FAPESP-supported startup, performs an assessment in eight minutes, drastically reducing the time needed to save lives; the technology will be presented at VivaTech in Paris.


3DBS: 3D bioprinted human tissues and membranes for regenerative medicine
June 6, 2025
The Campinas-based startup has developed its own biofabrication and tissue engineering technologies with support from FAPESP; these solutions will be presented at Europe’s largest innovation fair in Paris.


Onkos: molecular test prevents unnecessary thyroid surgery
June 5, 2025
A test developed by the São Paulo state startup with support from FAPESP can distinguish benign nodules from malignant ones; the technology will be presented at one of the largest innovation events in France.


In Situ: 3D biodressing for the treatment of chronic wounds and severe burns
June 4, 2025
With support from FAPESP, the startup has developed a material containing human umbilical cord stem cells that speeds up the recovery of skin lesions; the technology will be presented at the VivaTech technology fair in France.


Mabe Bio: Brazilian biodiversity gives rise to new textile materials
June 3, 2025
Startup supported by FAPESP develops promising sustainable solution from native flora; angico biotissue will be presented at VivaTech in France.


Ocellott: solutions for aircraft electrification and ‘flying cars’
June 3, 2025
The FAPESP-supported company is developing critical equipment to make electric and hybrid aircraft models and eVTOLs viable; these technologies will be presented at VivaTech in France.


Ideelab: biotechnology for controlling citrus disease
June 2, 2025
With support from FAPESP, the São Paulo startup is developing more efficient strategies to combat pathogens that threaten citrus farming; the technology will be presented at VivaTech in France.


Biotech develops technology to produce milk proteins without cows
May 29, 2025
Future Cow uses precision fermentation to create dairy ingredients in a sustainable way; the startup, supported by FAPESP, was selected to participate in VivaTech, one of Europe’s largest innovation events.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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