Sociology
RESEARCH ITINERARIES
The image as a refuge
Philosopher and anthropologist Janaína Damaceno studies audiovisual materials and investigates photographic archives of the struggle against racism
Retrospect
Social security and 100 years of transformation
A review of the origins of Brazil’s pension system offers insight into present-day dilemmas
ARCHIVAL SCIENCE
In times of digitalization and diversity, FGV CPDOC turns 50
Institution created in 1973 to house the Getúlio Vargas archive wants to expand the involvement of women and seeks new forms of classification
By Diego Viana
Elderly
Dramatic situation at nursing homes
Public and nonprofit nursing homes fail to fully comply with ANVISA regulations, study finds
By Redação
SOCIETY
Through a new lens
Brazilianists in the twentieth century were concerned with explaining Brazil to foreign audiences; now their research places the country within the context of global issues
By Diego Viana
Video
Catholicism with African roots
Researcher traces relationships between the African diaspora, from the time of slavery, and the tradition of samba in the Recôncavo Baiano, in Brazil | 6'53
By Redação
RESEARCH ITINERARIES
Philosopher of uncertainties
Between cumbia dances and fanfares, Douglas Anfra endeavors to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and the everyday life of high school students
SOCIOLOGY
How many former prisoners reoffend after release?
Researchers calculate and attempt to reduce the country's criminal recidivism rate
By Diego Viana
GENDER
Women face obstacles to promotion in Brazilian public services
Brazil occupies a modest position among Latin American countries when it comes to gender equality at senior levels
By Diego Viana
Public health
Risky sex
Precocious sexual activity increases incidence of disease and unwanted pregnancy
By Redação
Society
Brazilianists of the twenty-first century diversify their focus
Instead of interpreting the country alone, foreigners who study Brazil today seek to insert it into global themes
By Diego Viana
SPORT
Fan behavior and social role form the basis of studies on soccer
In the last half a century, studies on sport by the human sciences have transformed from a small niche to a structured and multidisciplinary field
By Diego Viana