Deaths: Teacher did not choose the place for his irreverent geography lessons
Gil Sodero de Toledo, a renowned geography teacher and academic, passed away, renowned for his unconventional teaching methods that transformed geography classes into unique learning experiences.
Award-winning research in Europe warns of an 'invisible cycle' of microplastics in the lungs and rivers of Western São Paulo: 'Difficult to filter,' says researcher
A recent study from the University of Western São Paulo reveals the concerning presence of microplastics in the environment and their potential health impacts, presented at a major respiratory congress in Europe.
Chinese Nobel of Literature, Mo Yan comes to Brazil for the 50th Anniversary Forum of Unesp
Chinese Nobel laureate Mo Yan will arrive in Brazil for an event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the São Paulo State University (Unesp) alongside a delegation of writers from his country.
USP determines the dismissal of professor accused of harassing students in the interior of SP
The University of São Paulo has fired professor José Maurício Rosolen following allegations of sexual harassment against postgraduate students at its Ribeirão Preto campus.
Student arrested suspected of selling photos showing penis to female university students; images were recorded without consent
A 22-year-old student in São Paulo was arrested for allegedly selling unauthorized photos of female classmates while they slept.
Univesp extends registration for more than 6,400 vacancies in the interior of São Paulo; check opportunities
The University Virtual of the State of São Paulo has extended the registration deadline for over 6,400 vacancies across various areas of study in the interior regions of São Paulo, allowing more students to enroll.
Stress in adolescence causes lasting brain changes, study shows
A study from the University of São Paulo reveals that stress experienced during adolescence leads to more profound and lasting changes in the brain compared to stress experienced in adulthood.
It is the largest and most mysterious cave in the world, and now they have measured its entrance
Researchers from the University of Sao Paulo have successfully measured the entrance of the world's largest cave, Casa de Pedra, located in Brazil.
Uninove expels student suspected of taking and selling photos showing his penis to classmates who were sleeping
Uninove University has expelled a student accused of filming female classmates while they slept and selling the images online.
Justice convicts 2 accused of killing university student in robbery in the East Zone of SP to more than 30 years in prison
Two men have been sentenced to over 30 years in prison for the robbery and murder of 20-year-old university student Beatriz Munhos in São Paulo.
Tatiana Sampaio, researcher of polylaminin, participates in 'Science For Them' at USP in São Carlos
Researcher Tatiana Sampaio will speak at the 'Science For Them' event at the University of São Paulo in São Carlos, focusing on her work with polylaminin for spinal injury treatment.
Justice condemns defendants to more than 30 years in prison for robbery that ended in the death of a young woman trying to sell a drone in SP
Two defendants have been sentenced to 30 years in prison each for the robbery that led to the death of Beatriz Munhos, a 20-year-old university student, in São Paulo.
'I think it took a long time,' says the first woman to become a full professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine at USP
Marcia Thereza Cavalcanti Couto has become the first woman to hold a full professorship in the Department of Preventive Medicine at the University of São Paulo, marking a significant milestone in the institution's history.
USP creates engineering course focused on semiconductors and AI
The Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (Poli-USP) is introducing a new electronic engineering course targeting the growing demand for specialists in semiconductors and artificial intelligence, starting in 2027.
Justice prohibits hiring a professor in African literatures at USP while annulment is contested
A court in Brazil has prohibited the University of São Paulo from conducting a hiring process for a professor of African literatures until an annulment of the previous hiring process is resolved.
They made… chocolate honey with strong antioxidant properties
Researchers from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo, Brazil, have developed chocolate-flavored honey using bioactive substances extracted from cocoa seed shells.
Students report aggression by security guards of councilor Lucas Pavanato at USP; parliamentarian speaks of 'legitimate defense'
Students at the University of São Paulo reported physical aggression from private security guards associated with councilor Lucas Pavanato, leading to a police report without arrests.
Councilor Lucas Pavanato's action at USP ends with aggressions and a student hospitalized
São Paulo councilor Lucas Pavanato's visit to the University of São Paulo escalated into violence, resulting in a student being hospitalized.
Fuvest releases the first waiting list for the 2026 entrance exam
The Fuvest has announced the first waiting list for the 2026 entrance exam for the University of São Paulo, with candidates required to complete registration promptly.
Taking care of a child with a mental disorder can consume up to half of the income, says Unifesp; free Unicef channel gives support to young people
A study by the Federal University of São Paulo reveals that families caring for a child with mental disorders may spend up to 50% of their income on related costs.
Protest at USP criticizes Toffoli and defends code of ethics at the STF
A protest at the University of São Paulo called for a code of ethics for the STF, criticizing current practices that undermine public trust in the judiciary.
USP Law School begins emergency works on historic building after fire
The University of São Paulo's Law School has commenced emergency repairs on the Palácio do Comércio, a historic building affected by a recent fire.
USP holds a magna lecture on the philosophy of private law this Monday
The University of São Paulo's Law School will inaugurate the academic year with a lecture on the philosophy of private law, featuring international participants from Argentina and local judiciary representatives.
Ribeirão Preto Student Achieves Perfect Math Score on Enem and Secures Place at USP: 'I Never Got Tired of Studying'
An 18-year-old student from Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, achieved a perfect score in math on the Enem exam and earned admission to the prestigious University of São Paulo (USP).
USP performs first robotic tele-surgeries in SUS and operates on patients remotely
The University of São Paulo has successfully conducted its first robotic tele-surgeries under Brazil's unified health system, allowing surgeons to operate on patients remotely.
Fire hits the building of the Faculty of Law at USP, in downtown SP
A fire broke out at the Faculty of Law building at the University of São Paulo in downtown São Paulo, but was quickly contained by firefighters.
Fire hits building of the Law School of USP in downtown SP
A fire broke out at the Law School building of the University of São Paulo (USP) in downtown São Paulo, caused by air conditioning system issues.
USP and Museum of Favelas unite Frantz Fanon's decolonialism with technology in special course
The Museum of Favelas and the University of São Paulo are launching a postgraduate special course on 'Racisms and fundamentalisms in the era of iconomy: Frantz Fanon and the critique of images in digital technologies.'
Osteoporosis medication shows potential against diseases caused by excess iron
Researchers from the University of São Paulo found that two osteoporosis medications could help combat diseases caused by iron overload in the body.
System that generates electricity using marine bacteria developed at Unesp; understand
A research project at São Paulo State University (Unesp) has developed an experimental system that generates electricity using the photosynthesis of marine bacteria.
USP count indicates much smaller crowd at carnival blocks than numbers released in SP
A study conducted by researchers at the University of São Paulo estimates that the crowd at the Pipoca da Rainha carnival block was around 20,000, significantly lower than the 2 million reported by the block's organizers.
Unesp 2026: sixth list of approved candidates in the entrance exam is released
The State University of São Paulo (Unesp) has released the sixth list of approved candidates for its entrance exams, allowing students to check their results and proceed with virtual registration.
USP research reveals that green propolis has potential against Alzheimer and Parkinson
A doctoral research at the University of São Paulo has found that compounds in green propolis may help combat neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer and Parkinson.
Organizations hold event at USP in defense of a code of conduct in the Judiciary
Civil society organizations are set to hold an event at the University of São Paulo advocating for a code of conduct for the Supreme Federal Court.
Cold virus hides and multiplies in the tonsils even in asymptomatic individuals
A study from the University of São Paulo reveals that the cold virus can hide in tonsils and adenoids, leading to prolonged infections without symptoms.
Rhinovirus can hide in cells in the tonsils, and this may be positive; understand the hypothesis from USP's study
Researchers from the University of São Paulo (USP) discovered that rhinovirus can infect and multiply within immune cells in the tonsils, which may enhance long-term immune memory.
Unesp 2026: the list of the fifth call of approved candidates in the entrance exam is released
The State University of São Paulo (Unesp) has released the fifth call for candidates approved in its entrance exams, which includes details about enrollment periods for successful applicants.
How milk becomes whey protein? Video shows details of the supplement manufacturing process
This article explores the production process of whey protein at the University of São Paulo, revealing the transformation of whey into protein powder and its common uses.
Univesp opens registrations for more than 6,400 vacancies in interior São Paulo; check opportunities
The Virtual University of the State of São Paulo (Univesp) has opened registrations for over 6,400 vacancies distributed across ten areas of knowledge in several cities in São Paulo's interior.
22-year-old university student dies after serious accident on highway in the interior of SP
A 22-year-old university student, Vinícius Emídio, died following a motorcycle accident on a highway in Descalvado, São Paulo.
Unesp 2026: the list of the fourth call of approved candidates in the entrance exam is released
The State University of São Paulo (Unesp) has announced the fourth call for candidates in four selection processes for its undergraduate programs starting in 2026.
João Adolfo Hansen, literary critic and professor of national literature at USP, dies
João Adolfo Hansen, a prominent literary critic and professor at the University of São Paulo, has passed away at the age of 83.
Who was José Álvaro Moisés, USP professor and founder of the PT who drowned in Ubatuba
José Álvaro Moisés, a retired professor from the University of São Paulo and a founder of the Workers' Party (PT), tragically drowned in Ubatuba at the age of 81.
Brazilian wins award in Germany for AI research in diagnosing mental disorders
Francisco Rodrigues from the University of São Paulo has been awarded the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Prize in Germany for his AI-based research in diagnosing mental disorders.
USP officially terminates the contract of law professor accused of sexual harassment
The University of São Paulo has officially dismissed law professor Alysson Mascaro after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced against him.
USP officially confirms the dismissal of law professor investigated under suspicion of sexual harassment
The University of São Paulo has officially dismissed law professor Alysson Mascaro, who has been accused of sexually harassing students, following a vote by the Faculty of Law in December.
Unesp Freshmen Report Fake Profile Sexual Harassment on Social Media in Interior of SP
Students at the São Paulo State University (Unesp) in Araraquara are reporting sexual harassment from a fake profile on social media, specifically targeting new female students.
Student who prays the rosary every day and was accepted four times will study medicine at USP: 'the umbilical cord breaks'
Eighteen-year-old Gustavo Medeiros will study medicine at the University of São Paulo after being accepted into four universities, attributing his success to daily prayers.
14-year-old Acrean approved at USP and has already been selected for more than 20 courses: 'I want medicine'
Ana Joyce, a 14-year-old from Acre, Brazil, has been accepted into 23 university courses across various institutions, including the prestigious University of São Paulo (USP).
These 11 mistakes increase the risk of food infections, according to a study
A study from the University of São Paulo highlights common food handling mistakes that elevate the risk of foodborne illnesses in Brazil.