08 / May / 2026 Policy brief: how to turn scientific research into public decision-making Short document helps researchers translate evidence into recommendations for policymakers, legislators, and public authorities By Daniel Dieb
24 / April / 2026 “When you want to do research without being confined to theory, the field of health is a great intersection.” Einstein Hospital Israelita researcher analyzes Brazil’s public health system, supports clinical research, and formulates public policy based on her business background By Marília Marasciulo
06 / January / 2026 Applying science to a nation’s most urgent challenges Karin Herrera, vice president of Guatemala, discusses how scientific training guides public decision-making in a country with marked inequalities By Bruno de Pierro
20 / June / 2025 Online gambling exposes health issues and regulatory challenges Gambling websites are growing in popularity worldwide, affecting the finances and mental health of millions of people By Editorial staff
12 / May / 2025 Tackling future pandemics with global diplomacy International organizations are working together to foster innovation in health and equitable access to vaccines and medicines, striving to ensure a more effective response to potential future health crises By Rodrigo de Oliveira Andrade
20 / March / 2025 Cancer mortality on the rise Epidemiological transition from cardiovascular disease to cancer is challenging researchers and health systems, says a Brazilian researcher By Moura Leite Netto
03 / December / 2024 Do you know how much mercury is in your body? The widespread presence and persistence of mercury in the environment requires close health surveillance and reinforces the need for evidence-based solutions By Maria Elena Crespo López
21 / November / 2024 Where do centenarians live? Flaws in life expectancy projections can affect public policies, pension rates, and planning of hospitals and nursing homes By Helder Nakaya
12 / November / 2024 The importance of health policies based on data science Despite the vast amount of data on the public health system, governments rarely uses these resources to develop and improve public policies By Fabio Kon
27 / September / 2024 “Access to science is a human right” Gabriela Frías-Villegas, from the National Autonomous University of Mexico, proposes more inclusive and participatory approaches to science communication that go beyond simply informing the public By Moura Leite Netto
