Ricardo Zorzetto
Meteorology
A river that flows through the air
Winds from the North increase moisture in Brazil's Southeast and South
Cover
From the edge of the forest
Reduction in rainfall reduces Amazon's capacity to absorb carbon dioxide
Pharmacology
Unexpected action from a distance
Neurons can transport painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs
Physics
Welcome impurities
Simulations explain how nanotubes detect toxic gases in low concentrations
Charles Naspitz
Charles Naspitz: Epidemic in the air
Child allergy expert talks about the challenge of understanding and treating asthma
Cover
The hidden side of violence
One in every ten victims of violence develops post-traumatic stress
Medical genetics
Tormented bodies
The mutation that stiffens muscles and changes posture has been identified
Neurology
The waves of intelligence
The pace of the brain's function may indicate improved learning ability
Interview
Léa Velho: The need for a Brazilian view of science
Unicamp researcher discusses the challenges necessary to improve Brazil's academic production
By Fabrício Marques and Ricardo Zorzetto
Climate Science
A storm factory
Concentrated heat and pollution lead to heavy rainfall during the week
Ecology
The dangers of bare earth
Separation between forests and streams explain the scarcity of amphibians
Luiz Hildebrando P. da Silva
On the banks of the Madeira river
Sanitation expert speaks as chemotherapy that can block the action of parasites
By Claudia Izique and Ricardo Zorzetto
psychiatry
Magnetism against depression
An experimental technique efficient for severe psychiatric disorders