30 / January / 2026 “Teamwork is essential to being a scientist,” says Brazilian scientist awarded for study on OCD Leonardo Saraiva, a physician, advocates for closer integration between research and clinical practice and highlights the collaborative spirit of science. Por Letícia Naísa
14 / January / 2026 Rita Lobo: “Science makes an impact when it reaches people’s tables” Chef and TV host discusses partnership with scientists and strategies for tackling unhealthy eating in Brazil Por Bruno de Pierro
16 / December / 2025 Gender equality: when representation transforms career paths in science Female leadership in research can be fostered through initiatives focused on inclusion, training, and female solidarity across society. Por Giovanna Machado
27 / November / 2025 Socioeconomic status and stigma affect reintegration into the labor market for transplant recipients Organ transplantation enables people to survive life-threatening conditions, but returning to the workforce does not show the same level of success: only 53.7% of patients resume some form of professional activity, with income, race, and employment background playing a direct role. The finding is from a cross-sectional study by researchers from the São Paulo School […] Por Marília Marasciulo
27 / October / 2025 Pressure and lack of support: research reveals challenges faced by faculty staff in the UK Fewer than half of British faculty staff feel able to deal with their workload; report carries recommendations that may inspire changes in Brazil Por Roseane Santos
22 / October / 2025 Autism, paracetamol, and scientific uncertainty: What the most recent evidence tells us Statement by Donald Trump on supposed relationship between paracetamol and autism fires debate on scientific uncertainties and challenges in diagnosing autism spectrum disorder Por Samuel Fernandes
09 / October / 2025 Event debates nature-based interventions in Latin America A free webinar on October 17 will look at how nature-based practices can benefit health; open for registration Por Editorial staff
08 / September / 2025 Psychiatric genetics: Studies ignore Latin America and widen inequalities Lack of ethnic diversity in research may deprive mixed-race populations of more accurate diagnoses and personalized treatments for psychiatric disorders Por Gilberto Stam
05 / September / 2025 Can science and spirituality coexist? Topping the academic rankings is no guarantee of well-being, making self-care important for mental health among researchers Por Sylvia Maria Affonso da Silva
01 / September / 2025 Why is birdsong good for us? More than just good for our health, bird sounds are an indicator of nature’s own well-being Por Lis Leão
