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Research shows how cells eliminate oxidized proteins
The presence of oxygen and the development of aerobic metabolism on Earth allowed living beings to take advantage of the energy in foods in a much more efficient manner. This evolutionary achievement, however, came at a price: it left cells vulnerable to the effects of oxidizing substances.
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Naval technology aids studies on the behavior of marine animals
UNESP researchers used subaquatic remotely operated vehicles to study the movement and spatial distribution of rays in fresh and sea water.
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USP musicians hold concerts with overseas musicians in real time via internet
An experiment is part of a research project on networked music enabling musicians and players from across the world to interact.
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Research shows how cells eliminates oxidized proteins
The presence of oxygen and the development of aerobic metabolism on Earth allowed living beings to take advantage of the energy in foods in a much more efficient manner. This evolutionary achievement, however, came at a price: it left cells vulnerable to the effects of oxidizing substances.
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Supercamera is used to study voice production
A videolaryngoscope utilized by USP researchers can capture 4,000 images per second and allows for visualization of vocal cord vibrations in slow motion.
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FAPESP, Boeing and Embraer begin a study on the development of biofuels for aviation
The study is a joint project between the three institutions and envisages the creation of a research and development center for commercial and executive aviation.
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More value given to scientific reporting
Financial Times Science Editor Clive Cookson found that the quality of scientific journalism improved when researchers became aware that working with journalists is important if the public is to gain a better understanding of the science.
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Brazilian researchers develop new polymeric material
Substituting traditional plastic bags for biodegradable polymers is once again fueling discussion about the need to diminish the impact of discarding this type of material in the environment. This switch, however, is hampered by the high costs of a few types of polymers that are degraded in just a few years by the action of natural microorganisms and agents (biodegradable); in contrast, the decomposition of conventional polymers takes centuries.
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Lack of spatial data infrastructure limits oceanographic research in Brazil
Researchers and students spend time on basic tasks because of a lack of structured primary databases, weakening the impact of their studies.
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Seminar hosts debates on the relationship between scientists and journalists
Science reporting is becoming more important in the academic world, and the ties between these two classes of professionals are growing closer, say specialists in a meeting held by FAPESP.
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Researchers define the role of energy systems in judo
Training methods used in nom-combat types of sports could help change the training and improve the physical aptitude of athletes in combat sports. This USP study was highlighted in Science.
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Embraer and USP inaugurate aircraft comfort engineering center
The objective of the FAPESP-funded laboratory is to harmonize aesthetic and functional standards for improved comfort inside aircraft.
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Studies reinforce clinical relevance of lithium against Alzheimers disease
Experiments carried out at USP confirm that the medication used in the treatment of bipolar disorder alters pathogenic processes and has a preventive effect against manifestation of the degenerative disease.
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Discovering new drugs requires mix of experimental and computational methodologies
This according to Tom Blundell, Professor Emeritus at Cambridge University, one of the pioneers in the application of the fragment-based approach to discovering new drugs.
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Work of Brazilian researcher is featured in Nature
Paulo Mazzafera, professor of Unicamps Biology Institute, studies creation of a commercially viable caffeine-free coffee variety.
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New Brazilian oceanographic ship is on the way
Alpha Crucis, the Brazilian oceanographic ship, is on its way to Brazil. After undergoing renovation for the last 10 months in Seattle, Washington (U.S.A.), the ship set sail on March 30 and is slated to reach the Port of Santos on May 10.
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Test facilitates the diagnosis of acute diarrhea
A kit developed at the Butantan Institute detects three categories of Escherichia coli bacteria, which is responsible for 30%-40% of cases of an illness that kills 1.5 million children every year
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Scientific community makes recommendations for RIO+20
The planetary system that allowed civilization to develop in recent centuries is threatened, and the result could be a global humanitarian emergency due to the intensification of social, economic and environmental crises. The multiple and urgent actions necessary to reverse this scenario will only be feasible through a new agreement between science and society that, leads to a greater connection between leadership in all sectors.
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FAPESP joins group on global climate change
One of the objectives of the Belmont Forum, composed of some of the worlds main research support agencies, is to change the direction of international collaboration in environmental research. A call for proposals was launched
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BIOTA-FAPESP launches e-book on benthic organisms
Open access work presents the results of the Thematic Project which conducted an inventory of biodiversity and benthic marine ecosystems on the northern coast of São Paulo
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