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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Before the fine, the irony: profile exposes irregular parking at Unicamp campus

A social media profile is highlighting irregular parking at Unicamp in Campinas, showcasing humorous examples of improper parking.

Mar 22 β€’ 09:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

First day of traffic enforcement at Unicamp results in 39 fines and one vehicle removal

The first day of traffic enforcement at Unicamp on Monday led to 39 fines and one vehicle removal as part of a new policing initiative.

Mar 16 β€’ 20:16 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Wetlands of the cerrado store 6 times more carbon than forests in the Amazon, new study shows

A new study finds that the wetlands of Brazil's cerrado can store up to 1,200 tons of carbon per hectare, significantly outpacing the carbon storage of typical Amazonian forests.

Mar 13 β€’ 19:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Without a shoulder, covered signs and requirement of skill: Unicamp professor analyzes Serra de SΓ£o Pedro after series of accidents

A Unicamp professor highlights the dangers of the ElΓ­sio de Paula Teixeira road in Serra de SΓ£o Pedro, following multiple accidents due to its steepness and lack of road safety features.

Mar 9 β€’ 18:33 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why Brazilian research will sequence 750 DNAs from Angola and what the impacts are on medicine and studies of ancestry

A team of researchers from the State University of Campinas (Unicamp) is set to sequence 750 DNA samples collected from Angola to enhance the representation of African populations in global genetic databases.

Mar 8 β€’ 09:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

In one week, Emdec applies 314 'moral' fines at Unicamp; inspection starts on the 16th

The Emdec agency issued 314 non-penal 'moral' fines and distributed 15,000 informational flyers at Unicamp as part of a traffic educational campaign.

Mar 7 β€’ 16:53 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sexual harassment at Unicamp: professor from Cotil dismissed in Limeira and university investigates another case involving a minor

A professor at Unicamp's Cotil was dismissed for sexual harassment, and another case involving a minor is under investigation.

Mar 7 β€’ 04:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Embezzlements at Unicamp: Justice requests a prison place for ex-employee target of extradition

A Brazilian court has requested a prison slot for a former Unicamp employee convicted of embezzling R$ 4.2 million, who is currently a fugitive allegedly located in the UK.

Mar 6 β€’ 10:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Million-dollar embezzlement by former employee caused blockages and delays in scientific research at Unicamp, says Justice

A former employee of Unicamp was sentenced for embezzling over R$ 4.2 million, resulting in significant delays and disruptions to scientific research initiatives at the university.

Mar 5 β€’ 10:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
Life & Tech

They made… chocolate honey with strong antioxidant properties

Researchers from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in SΓ£o Paulo, Brazil, have developed chocolate-flavored honey using bioactive substances extracted from cocoa seed shells.

Mar 5 β€’ 04:32 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice convicts former Unicamp server for embezzling R$ 4.2 million from Fapesp for scientific projects

Ligiane Marinho de Ávila, a former employee of Unicamp, has been sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison for embezzling over R$ 4 million intended for scientific research.

Mar 4 β€’ 19:08 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unicamp 2027: how the exam works, required books and tips for organizing study routines

Experts provide tips for preparing for the 2027 Unicamp entrance exam, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive study approach.

Mar 4 β€’ 10:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unicamp's HC is the only one in SP to collect samples for a new genetic test for rare diseases through SUS

The Unicamp Hospital in SΓ£o Paulo is now the sole institution authorized to conduct sample collection for a new genetic test aimed at diagnosing rare diseases, significantly shortening the waiting time for families.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:08 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Members of the MBL Clash with Students Inside Unicamp; University Mentions 'Invasion' and 'Affront to Democracy'

Members of the Movimento Brasil Livre clashed with students at the University of Campinas, prompting university officials to label the incident as an invasion and intimidation against students.

Feb 24 β€’ 23:25 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

What explains so many accidents on John Boyd Dunlop? Professors from Unicamp travel along the road in Campinas and point out problems

Professors from Unicamp highlight excessive speed and numerous crossings as key factors contributing to the high accident rate on Avenida John Boyd Dunlop in Campinas.

Feb 24 β€’ 00:31 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Son of a cleaner and shoemaker, 18-year-old manages to get into medicine at USP, Unicamp, and Unesp

Matheus da Silva Alves, an 18-year-old public school student from Franca, Brazil, has been accepted into medicine at three of the country's most prestigious universities after achieving a high score on the ProvΓ£o Paulista.

Feb 21 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Plant considered extinct is seen again on an island on the SP coast after a hundred years

Researchers have rediscovered a plant species, Begonia larorum, on Alcatrazes Island in SΓ£o Paulo, believed to be extinct for over a century.

Feb 18 β€’ 09:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Emdec will monitor traffic and fine drivers inside the Unicamp campus in March

The Emdec will begin monitoring and enforcing traffic laws within the Unicamp campus, starting with a two-week educational phase in March.

Feb 17 β€’ 10:34 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unicamp Researchers Discover Healing Potential of Pomegranate Peel

Researchers from Unicamp have found that pomegranate peels have significant potential for treating skin wounds.

Feb 12 β€’ 14:32 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unicamp's Artificial Intelligence Graduation Focuses on Real Projects and Ethical Use of Technology

Unicamp in Brazil is proposing a new undergraduate degree in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science that emphasizes ethical usage and real-world problem-solving.

Feb 11 β€’ 22:29 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unicamp may have a degree in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science starting in 2027

Unicamp has approved the creation of a bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, set to begin in 2027.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:40 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Approved at USP, Unicamp, and Unesp through the ProvΓ£o Paulista are entitled to assistance; know the criteria

Candidates approved at USP, Unicamp, and Unesp via ProvΓ£o Paulista are eligible for a government-funded assistance grant aimed at economically vulnerable students.

Feb 11 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Yo-yo effect' reduces brown fat activity and harms metabolism, says Unicamp

A study from Unicamp reveals that the 'yo-yo effect' of repeated weight loss and gain diminishes brown fat activity, negatively impacting metabolism.

Feb 9 β€’ 08:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand how the project that mapped the Colosseum in Rome can help preserve the historical centers of SΓ£o Paulo

A project mapping Rome's Colosseum will aid in the preservation of historical sites in SΓ£o Paulo's Amparo.

Feb 8 β€’ 09:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

21-year-old Alagoan student skips master's degree and ranks first in doctoral program at Unicamp: 'I've always wanted to be a researcher'

Mayllon Emannoel Pequeno, a 21-year-old student from Alagoas, has been accepted into the doctoral program at Unicamp, ranking first without having completed a master's degree.

Feb 7 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Yo-yo effect harms metabolism and reduces brown fat activity in women

A study from Unicamp highlights the negative impacts of the yo-yo effect on women's metabolic health, noting that repeated cycles of intentional weight loss and unintentional weight gain lead to poorer cardiometabolic profiles and decreased brown fat activity.

Feb 3 β€’ 17:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unicamp: 49.5% of the approved candidates in the 2026 entrance exam are from public schools

Unicamp has announced that 49.5% of the candidates approved in the first call of the 2026 entrance exam graduated from public schools, an increase from 46% in 2025.

Feb 3 β€’ 15:26 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice awaits MP's opinion before sentencing in case of former server accused of embezzling R$ 5.3 million at Unicamp

The court is waiting for the final statement from the São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office before the judge issues a verdict in the case against former server Ligiane Marinho de Ávila, who is accused of embezzling at least R$ 5.3 million in public funds from scientific projects at Unicamp's Institute of Biology.

Feb 3 β€’ 09:48 UTC

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