University of São Paulo - Brazil

On a visit to USP, President Emmanuel Macron inaugurates the Institut Pasteur in São Paulo

The ceremony took place at the InovaUSP building, in the University City, and was attended by the director of the Institut Pasteur, Yasmine Belkaid.


USP aims to consolidate academic alliance with universities from Latin America and Spain

The Rector of USP participated in a meeting in Mexico with officials from the National Autonomous University of Mexico, the University of Buenos Aires, the Complutense University of Madrid, and the University of Barcelona.


Angolan researchers are selected to pursue postgraduate studies at USP

The 128 chosen by the Angolan government will receive scholarships to start their master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral courses at the University.


USP and the University of Alberta sign cooperation agreement for joint research

The agreement provides for international collaboration between the two academic institutions, especially in the areas of artificial intelligence and sustainable development.


USP and Hyundai discuss future partnerships in the clean and sustainable energy sector

At an event at RCGI, the rector of USP and the global president of Hyundai spoke about collaborations in strategic areas in the energy sector, focusing on sustainable and clean production.


In the 81-90 position, USP ranks among the most prestigious universities in the world

The assessment comes from the consultancy Times Higher Education, based on the opinions of 38,000 researchers.


USP will have an office for the Research and Innovation Center for Greenhouse Gases in Amsterdam, Netherlands

With the creation of this new space, RCGI will have a research hub in Europe, gaining expansion for international partnerships.


USP and the University of Groningen strengthen partnership in teaching and research

The two institutions signed a cooperation agreement this Tuesday, January 23, during the visit of the European university’s rector to USP.


Research from USP on the world’s largest lake enters the “Guinness,” the record book

The team discovered the immense proportions of the magnificent Paratethys, the largest lake ever to exist on Earth, with the Caspian, Black, and Aral Seas as modern remnants.


USP is the eighth most sustainable university in the world according to the GreenMetric ranking

The ranking was disclosed during the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference, which is taking place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.


Eight of the world’s most influential researchers are from USP

The assessment ‘Most Cited Researchers’ is developed by the British consultancy Clarivate Analytics and was released on November 15th, 2023.


Invitation to Viva Usp! – Exchange program at University of São Paulo, Brazil

The USP International Office provides the university community with free-of-charge access to this innovative course of Portuguese.


USP aims to consolidate partnership with Texas A&M University in the areas of energy and engineering

A delegation from USP visited the institution to explore partnerships in the fields of energy, biomedical engineering, and aeronautical engineering.


USP and the Organization of American States sign academic cooperation agreement

Partnership with the OAS, signed at the organization’s headquarters in Washington, foresees the development of projects in research, training, and professional development.


A public, free, socially democratic university open to talent

By Carlos Gilberto Carlotti Junior, rector of USP.


Call for Applications: Mecila Doctoral Researcher 2024

Deadline for applications: February 24, 2024.


Students and alumni from USP make up the world’s first parasymphonic orchestra

The project, aimed at musicians with disabilities, includes faculty, students, and graduates from the School of Communications and Arts (ECA) in its composition. The initiative promotes social interaction and visibility for the cause of inclusion.


Five concentration areas of USP are among the top 50 in the world according to a Chinese ranking

The Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023 evaluated over 5,000 universities from 104 countries.


USP signs agreement with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization

World meeting on food discusses proposals and solutions for food security and climate impacts.


USP delegation visits University of Münster (Germany)

Guests from the University of São Paulo took a look at a selection of teaching and research facilities.


Recess – USP International Office

The USP International Office will be closed from December 25, 2023, to January 1, 2024.


With Brazilian participation, the production of the largest 3D map of the Universe has begun

Over the course of a decade, through observations from the Javalambre Physics of the Accelerating Universe Astrophysical Survey (J-PAS) project, hundreds of millions of galaxies and stars will be mapped.


University of São Paulo (USP) aims to strengthen academic collaborations with universities and institutions in China

A delegation from the university, led by the rector, Carlos Gilberto Carlotti Junior, was on an international mission, engaging with Chinese universities and government agencies.


International impact ranking highlights 244 scientists from University of São Paulo

A new survey released by Elsevier publisher points to the prominence of USP’s faculty in various areas.


University of São Paulo (USP) will have a unit of the main French research center on its São Paulo campus

This activity was part of the schedule of the international mission formed by USP leaders, who were in France and Germany from September 25 to October 3.


USP and the University of Tübingen strengthen their partnership for dual degree programs

The cooperation agreement aims to promote the exchange of doctoral students and the attainment of dual degrees.


USP is celebrating 90 Years of Partnership: Request for Videos

Thank you for being a part of our journey and helping us reach this incredible milestone.


USP and CNRS will sign an agreement to create a joint research center

The University delegation is on a mission abroad to strengthen interaction and discuss partnership opportunities with institutions in Germany and France.


USP is the university that publishes the highest number of scientific articles about the Amazon in the world

A survey conducted by Elsevier, a publisher specialized in scientific article publication and information analysis, reveals that Brazil is the country with the highest number of research on the biome.


USP signs a database access agreement with 2.7 million global theses in over 50 languages

The agreement was signed through the Digital Libraries and Collections Agency, allowing free access to the database to evaluate whether thesis or dissertation topics have not yet been written or to search for titles related to academic areas of interest.


University aims to strengthen teaching and research partnerships with North American institutions

With the goal of building a more substantial relationship, the universities emphasize investment in exchange programs and research in agriculture and quantum science.


Students from USP win international competition on energy efficiency for buildings

The Elk Suggestions team, made up of students from the Polytechnic School of USP, secured first place in the European Circular Economy and Energy Efficiency Hackathon for Buildings.


USP and the University of Queensland sign cooperation agreement

The partnership between USP and the Australian institution aims at mutual international academic cooperation.


University City will have the world’s first renewable hydrogen station from ethanol

The station will be capable of refueling three buses and one Toyota vehicle that will circulate in University City.


USP on the Path to the Green Economy

by Carlos Gilberto Carlotti Junior, Rector of USP, and Julio Romano Meneghini, Full Professor at the School of Engineering and Coordinator of RCGI.


Team with researchers from USP is a finalist in an international competition on technology and biodiversity

The final stage of this challenge is scheduled for 2024, with a total prize of US$ 10 million at stake.


University of São Paulo will offer two new disciplines in English about Frontiers in Biotechnology

Read more here.


USP’s cultural and academic events are paving the way

The USP International Intercultural Center is located at the International Diffusion Center (CDI).


A Brazilian university among the top hundred in the world

By Carlos Gilberto Carlotti Junior, rector of USP.


More than 230 professors from USP are among the best scientists in the world

Elaborated by the academic platform Research.com, the ranking evaluates researchers in 26 areas of knowledge; Brazil has 980 scientists classified on the list.


The Fapesp Thematic Project “Digital Collections and Research” announces two calls for Postdoctoral Fellowships

Applications are open until August 21, 2023


USP is the third university in the world that publishes the most articles on biodiversity

This finding is from the report “Research on Biodiversity in the Netherlands and Worldwide” produced by Elsevier.


GCUB International Mobility Program

The deadline for application is July 14, 2023.


USP Supera Park: a cluster for innovation and technology

Inaugurated in March 26th, 2014, the USP Supera Parque is an environment for research, development, and innovation activities.


Politecnico di Milano and USP’s shared history in applied sciences excellence

Learn more about the cooperation between USP and Polimi here.


Academy of Medical Sciences funds over 90 emerging research leaders to advance medical science

Embargoed until 09.00hrs (BST) on Monday 3 April 2023


Get to know the online collection of USP’s Ipiranga Museum

Learn more about the Ipiranga Museum here.


USP signs new agreement on semiconductor manufacturing training program

In December 2022, USP announced its collaboration with the Arm Academic Access training and research program of the British company of semiconductors Arm.


USP is one of the top 10 most sustainable universities in the world

For the second year in a row.


USP announces four new study centers on agriculture, oncology, and the Amazon Rainforest

The announcement was made during a meeting to carry out the financial balance of the first year of the mandate of the current’s administration.