Brazil

Impact-formed glass provides evidence of cosmic collision in Brazil about 6 million years ago

• For the first time in Brazil, researchers have identified a field of tektites. • These are natural glasses formed by the high-energy impact of extraterrestrial bodies against Ear

Northrop, Brazil's Embraer partner on KC-390 to pitch US, others

• Under a memorandum of understanding, Northrop will explore options to develop an autonomous boom refueling system for Embraer’s KC-390, hoping to attract US and international cus

Otters as ocean doctors: How a 40-year watch on Brazil's coasts reveals hidden threats to estuaries

• For 40 years, scientists have been monitoring the Neotropical otter (Lontra longicaudis) along the southern coast of Brazil. • A study published in Estuarine Management and Techn

Toxic metals found in bananas after Brazil mining disaster

• Toxic metals found in bananas after Brazil mining disaster Toxic metals from a decade-old mining disaster may be quietly accumulating in bananasâ and could pose risks for young c

Testing of fuel rods taking place for Brazil's microreactor project

• Brazil’s microreactor project tests fuel rods, aiming for 5 MWt prototype. • 13 partners, including INB, Diamante, Terminus, collaborate on design and testing. • Tests began Janu

WHO validates Brazil for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Brazil for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, making it the most populous country in the Americas t