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Research group identifies novel probiotics in traditional Brazilian cheeses

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

In the journal Current Microbiology, Brazilian researchers describe how three strains of bacteria in the genus Lactobacillus can benefit human health and meet the needs of the cheese industry.

Journal: Current Microbiology
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Sustainable agricultural systems reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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

Scientists at the University of São Paulo present this conclusion based on a systematic review of the literature in a paper published in the Journal of Cleaner Production.

Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Preterm delivery by cesarean section is a growing tendency in Brazil and entails risks for babies, study shows

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

Preterm delivery by cesarean section is a growing tendency in Brazil and entails risks for babies, study shows.

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

Inflammation may link COVID-19 severity to the onset of neurological symptoms

D'Or Institute for Research and Education
Peer-Reviewed Publication

COVID-19 is primarily known for its effects on the respiratory system, but its consequences go far beyond that. A recent study, published in the journal Brain, Behavior, & Immunity - Health and conducted at the D’Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), revealed molecular changes that may underlie the neurological symptoms exhibited by some patients affected by the disease, highlighting the importance of better understanding these still poorly known potential consequences of COVID-19.

Researchers map brain circuits that signal immediate danger and create memories to help avoid threats

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

Experiments with mice at the University of São Paulo used cutting-edge techniques to investigate the neural circuits behind aversive behavior and fear memory. The findings are reported in Current Biology.

Journal: Current Biology
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Brain enlargement is linked to severe symptoms of autism spectrum disorder, study shows

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

The researchers based their findings, published in Molecular Autism, on data for more than 900 children with ASD and experiments with brain organoids derived from blood cells donated by some of the children.

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

To subvert immune response, COVID virus stimulates production of proteins without protective function

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

According to Brazilian researchers, SARS-CoV-2 uses this strategy to manipulate the machinery of the host’s defense cells. The discovery paves the way for the development of novel therapies.

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

Does women’s empowerment help prevent underweight and wasting children?

The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Peer-Reviewed Publication

The forested hills and rolling fields in the state of Odisha are home to some of India’s most vulnerable tribal groups, but a new study from researchers of the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT shows that when women are empowered, children are less likely to be underweight.

Journal: PLOS One
Funder: International Fund for Agricultural Development

Novel methodology for remote testing of functional mobility and muscle strength in elderly patients with dementia

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

The protocol was designed at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar). Trained carers help patients take standard tests used by geriatricians and physical therapists, performing them in their own homes with remote assistance from health workers. The goal is to facilitate access to treatment for older people with dementia.

Journal: Geriatrics Gerontology and Aging
Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Resistance to the main drugs used in Brazil against Leishmania is found in parasite infecting cutaneous leishmaniasis patient

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

Trials conducted at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) confirm that the isolate of Leishmania amazonensis from a 46-year-old patient is resistant to amphotericin B.

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

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