Water Aerobics during Pregnancy May Ease Delivery Nov 26, 2008
The study conducted by researchers at the University of Campinas in Brazil involved 71 expectant mothers ... In fact, the reduction in analgesia requests suggests that it can get women into better psycho-physical condition, study author Rosa Pereira, of the University of Campinas in Sao Paulo, said in a news release. (eFluxMedia)
Pregnant Women Who Do Aquarobics Have Easier Deliveries, Study Finds Nov 24, 2008
Rosa Pereira led a team of researchers from the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Sao Paulo, Brazil who investigated the effects of the aquarobics class on a group of 71 expectant mothers. About half of the women were randomly allocated to attend three 50-minute sessions a week over the course of their pregnancy, the others did not take part in the water aerobics. (Science Daily)
Water Aerobics Reduces Pain In Childbirth Nov 22, 2008
The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Campinas in Brazil and published in Reproductive Health, included 71 expectant mothers. Thirty-four of the women took water aerobics classes three times a week during pregnancy, while the control group of 37 women did not. (CBS News)
Want Natural Birth? Try Water Aerobics Nov 21, 2008
A team from the University of Campinas in Brazil tracked 71 pregnant women. About half were randomly selected to go to three pool workout sessions a week during their pregnancies. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Canadian and Brazilian synchrotrons sign agreement Nov 18, 2008
CAMPINAS, BRAZIL - Developing innovative, state-of-the-art synchrotron instrumentation is the purpose of an agreement signed today between the Canadian Light Source (CLS) and the Brazilian Association of Synchrotron Light Technology (ABTLuS), operator of the Brazilian Synchrotron Light Laboratory (LNLS) ... Located in Campinas, State of So Paulo, LNLS makes its facilities available to users as a means of fostering science and technology. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Brazil's harvesting machines have social cost Oct 26, 2008
"There will be a big number of unemployed people," said Pedro Ramos, a cane industry expert at the University of Campinas. "What will happen to them? The government should help to settle them in their place of origin. but little has been done.". (Business Report, South Africa)
FEATURE - Sugar Harvest Advances Have Social Cost In Brazil Oct 21, 2008
"There will be a big number of unemployed people. What will happen to them? The government should help to settle them in their place of origin but little has been done," said Pedro Ramos, a cane industry expert at the University of Campinas. The deaths of 20 workers on the job or while being transported to work locations in recent years increased calls for changes. (Planet Ark, United States)
U.S. influence wanes in Latin America Oct 12, 2008
"Similar deals could have been made with the United States had it been willing to share its technology," said Geraldo Cavagnari, of the University of Campinas near Sao Paulo. Last month, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin offered to help Chavez develop nuclear power. (MSNBC -- International)
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Melbourne, FL 32935 Last Updated: 10/03/08 08:46:36 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 75% Barometer: 29. (Florida Today)
Brazil to build high-speed train line Sep 11, 2008
Ministry's transportation policy director Marcelo Perrupato says the new train line is expected to cost some US$15 billion and will link the cities of Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Campinas. Perrupato said on Tuesday that the project will be put out to bid in March and construction should begin by early 2010 or sooner. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Volleyball: Three player cut ties with Chadron Sep 9, 2008
All three players are originally from Campinas, Brazil. The began their college careers at National American University before the volleyball program was disbanded after the 2007 season. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Official: Brazil may build new Sao Paulo airport Sep 6, 2008
Defense Minister Nelson Jobim also says the government may privatize the operations of the international airport in Rio de Janeiro and another in the city of Campinas. There was no word on where the new airport in Sao Paulo would be built. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Deere jumps on news of plant growth Aug 29, 2008
The investments are at Deere's combine and planter factory in Horizontina, a tractor factory in Montenegro and to develop a new parts distribution center in Campinas. With the increased spending, manufacturing capacity will rise by about 35 percent at Deere's Horizontina and Montenegro factories, improve manufacturing flexibility and improve the factory layout and assembly lines, Deere said. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Deere to Invest in Manufacturing Capacity, Parts Operations in South America Aug 28, 2008
The company said the investments were being made in its combine and planter factory in Horizontina, its tractor factory in Montenegro, and for the development of a new parts distribution center in Campinas. "South America is an important market for John Deere," said Mark von Pentz, President, Agricultural Division - Europe, Africa, South America and Global Harvesting Equipment Sourcing. (Canada Newswire)
Weather: Partly cloudy, afternoon storms likely Jul 30, 2008
Melbourne, FL 32940 Last Updated: 07/30/08 08:45:41 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 97% Barometer: 30. (Florida Today)
Japan Consortium Pushing Shinkansen Tech for Brazil Jun 18, 2008
Sao Paulo, June 18, 2008 (Jiji Press) - A consortium of Japanese companies are stepping up efforts to persuade Brazil to choose Japan's Shinkansen bullet train technology for a planned 500-kilometer high-speed train line connecting Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Campinas. In May, the consortium of Mitsui 8031>, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. , Toshiba Corp. and Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. held a presentation here to promote the Shinkansen technology. (JCN Network, Japan)
Brazil's sugar cane mills race to keep up with ethanol boom May 20, 2008
"I can't say what's good for Brazil is good for Louisiana, but we've found a solution to this problem," said Carlos Rossel, a researcher and chemical engineer at the State University of Campinas in Sao Paulo state. "We've taken our own unique Brazilian circumstances and found a way to make this all function.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Palmeiras claims Paulista: Flamengo takes Rio May 5, 2008
Palmeiras had won the first leg 1-0 last week in Campinas and could have secured the title even if it lost Sunday's match by one goal. The club entered the final with the tiebreaker advantage because it had a better record than Ponte Preta during the competition. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Brazil: Adriano scores twice in So Paulo win Mar 31, 2008
Ponte Preta stayed among the top four by beating visiting Noroeste 3-2 in Campinas. Also Saturday, defending champion Santos was held to a 1-1 draw at last-place Rio Claro, dropping out of contention for a spot in the semifinals. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Americas: Boca, River nab share of lead in Arg. Mar 25, 2008
Sao Paulo remained in contention for a spot among the four clubs advancing to the semifinals by defeating Guarani 1-0 in Campinas behind a second-half goal by substitute-striker Borges. Sao Paulo, one point behind Corinthians, played without suspended striker Adriano. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Brazil: Denilson, Valdivia lead Palmeiras to win Mar 17, 2008
Ponte Preta moved to third place by defeating city rival Guarani 4-2 in Campinas. On Saturday, fourth-place Corinthians was held to a 2-2 draw by minnow Juventus at Morumbi stadium, while fifth-place Barueri got past Rio Preto 2-0 at home. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Brazil: Valdivia helps Palmeiras top Corinthians Mar 3, 2008
Third-place Ponte Preta drew Portuguesa 1-1 in Campinas, while on Saturday second-place Barueri defeated visiting Bragantino 3-1. Also, defending champion Santos, only 13th in the standings, fell 1-0 to host Sertaozinho. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Brazil: Flamengo wins Guanabara Cup title Feb 25, 2008
In the Sao Paulo state championship, Uruguayan forward Alberto Martin Acosta scored a 59th-minute winner to lead Corinthians over Ponte Preta 1-0 in Campinas. The result moved Corinthians to fourth place in the 20-team standings, in position to advance to the semifinals after being relegated to the Brazilian league's second division last year. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Santos ties Paulista, still in relegation zone Feb 4, 2008
Ponte Preta and Sao Paulo played to a scoreless draw on Saturday in Campinas. In the other result Sunday, host Barueri routed Sertaozinho 3-0. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Companhia de Concessoes Rodoviarias (CCR) Announces Execution of Agreement to Acquire Concessionaria Renovias S/A Jan 30, 2008
1 km of simple lanes: SP-340 - Campinas to Mococa SP-342 - Mogi Guacu to Aguas da Prata SP-344 - Aguai to Vargem Grande do Sul SP-350 - Casa Branca to Sao Jose do Rio Pardo SP-215 - Vargem Grande do Sul to Casa Branca The network of highways has an interface with 15 cities: Campinas, Jaguariuna, Santo Antonio de Posse, Mogi Mirim, Mogi Guacu, Estiva Gerbi, Aguai, Casa Branca, Mococa, Espirito Santo do Pinhal, Sao Joao da Boa Vista, Aguas da Prata, Vargem Grande do Sul, Itobi and Sao Jose do Rio... (PR Newswire)
Fruit, not fat Jan 23, 2008
ELSON SILVA, PHD Campinas, Brazil. SBY, Soeharto Jan. 16, p. 7. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Adriano held scoreless in So Paulo victory Jan 21, 2008
In other results, Bragantino beat Guarani 2-0 in Campinas and Marilia routed Juventus 4-0 in Marilia. On Saturday, Ituano upset Portuguesa 1-0 in Itu and Paulista fell 2-1 to Ponte Preta in Jundiai. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Complete weather forecast Dec 7, 2007
Jackson, MS 39201 Last Updated: 12/07/07 07:45:24 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 74% Barometer: 30. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lack of B vitamins linked to obesity Nov 22, 2007
D., Campinas, SP, Brazil / 8:54pm 20 Nov 2007. Fruits are low in calories and highly nutritional already grown on public places at increasing ratios to face obesity trends. (Scotsman)
Revelli: Brazil Squatters Nov 10, 2007
Gilmar Mauro, an MST national coordinator, recalled: "We set it up in response to the fact that 85% of Brazil's population lives in urban areas, with the aim of linking the struggle for land with that of the urban population." Its first major operation was in Campinas, a city northwest of So Paulo, where 5,000 families occupied waste ground, which they christened Oziel Park in honour of a victim of the Eldorado do Carajas massacre (1). Ten years on, Oziel Park has a distinct identity,... (Zmag.org)
Billikens Wrap Up Bradley Invite Sep 25, 2007
- Saint Louis' (New Braunfels, Texas / New Braunfels) and (Campinas, Brazil / Lindenwood [Mo. captured consolation titles in the Singles B and C draws, respectively, as the Billikens completed a successful run through the Bradley Invitational in Peoria, Ill. (Slubillikens.com)
Taekwondo fighter gives up mom's car for gold Jul 17, 2007
Silva said he has to give much thanks to his mom, who kept him out of the streets in the interior city of Campinas, about 60 miles from Sao Paulo. Where I come from, we look up to those who hold guns in their hands, he said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No running water, but Web dreams Jul 8, 2007
"We're always looking for ways to improve our quality of life while protecting our culture," said Bartolomeu Patira Prenhopa, 37, who was born in the village and educated at a university in Campinas as a biochemist. "The main benefit is that it could be a way to record our history.". (Boston Globe)
Scandals sweep Brazil Jun 19, 2007
"In Brazil we have an empire-like federation," said Roberto Romano, a professor of ethics at the State University of Campinas. "It concentrates too much power in the executive and ignores responsibilities toward states and municipalities.". (Los Angeles Times)
de Arruda: Bank of the South May 19, 2007
Many people are concerned about these matters, not just in Latin America, but everywhere in the world that watches with high hopes the multiple integration projects launched by Hugo Chavez and the other members of ALBA.We spoke about the Bank of the South with Plinio Soares de Arruda, an economist at the State University of Campinas in Brazil, one of various leading economists who gave presentations at an international conference on globalization and integration in Havana last February.... (Zmag.org)
WP: Pope faces challenges in Brazil May 9, 2007
"There is a trend here -- even among priests -- that people should be more free to follow their own conscience, and there's a growing distance between most Catholics and the church's hierarchy," said the Rev. Luiz Roberto Benedetti, a Catholic priest who is a professor of social science at the Catholic University of Campinas, near Sao Paulo. "It's a trend that goes in the complete opposite direction of the message that the pope wants to send.". (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
SystemC and ESL in 2007: Everyone's Talking the Same Language Apr 17, 2007
Latin American groups were early adopters of SystemC from its very beginning, and the use of the language has grown considerably since then, said Professor Guido Araujo of Brazil s Computer Systems Laboratory at the University of Campinas, and organizer of the Latin America SystemC Users Group (LASCUG). LASCUG grew up from the need of these groups to collectively share their ideas and accumulated knowledge on SystemC technologies and applications. (BusinessWire)
Romario held scoreless, fails to get 1,000th Apr 2, 2007
With two matches remaining, Sao Paulo has 40 points, four less than Santos, which defeated Ponte Preta 4-2 in Campinas to stay atop the 20-team standings. Also on Sunday, third-place Sao Caetano beat Barueri 3-1 in Barueri, while fourth-place Bragantino routed Marilia 4-1 in Marilia. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Does God Give as Good as He Gets? Mar 24, 2007
Campinas in 2005: In Campinas, Brazil a group of friends, drunk, went to pick up a friend. The mother accompanied her to the car and was so worried about the drunkenness of her friends that he said to the daughter - holding her hand, who was already seated in the car: "My daughter, go with God and may He protect you." She responded: "Only if God travels in the trunk, cause inside here it's already full." Hours later, news came by that they had been involved in a fatal accident, everyone had... (Suite101.com)
Women's soccer trip to Brazil update Mar 21, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site. The Dolphins take time to pose in front of a Portuguese exit sign after training. (Judolphins.com)
Women's soccer trip to Brazil: Day One Mar 20, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site. Dolphins watched Guarani FC play Osvaldo on the first day of their trip. (Judolphins.com)
Emerging Latin America + Bush Vs. Chavez Videos Mar 11, 2007
As reported, an MPEG design team from the Federal University of Campina Grande, Federal University of Pernmbuco and the University of Campinas won a best paper award for their breakthrough in encoder technology. The piece, sparked a lot of interest and I would not be surprised to see or hear about mores interesting technology developments fermenting across this region. (EETimes)
More Green Nonsense Mar 9, 2007
A partnership between the Ministry of Science and Technology and the University of Campinas in So Paulo is currently conducting a study to plan Brazil's ethanol exports as a substitute for 10% of the global use of gasoline in 20 years. If this plan is successful, the country's ethanol exports will total 200 billion liters by 2025an increase of almost 67. (Ocnus.net)
* Brazil to increase output of ethanol by 1,500 percent Feb 26, 2007
Cerqueira Leite, Campinas University professor emeritus ... The ramp-up would push Brazilian ethanol exports to 200 billion liters in the coming 20 years, up from the roughly 3 billion liters currently exported, Rogerio Cesar Cerqueira Leite, a professor emeritus at Campinas University, told reporters. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Brazil's ethanol a solution for global fuel Feb 13, 2007
"What will be necessary is the investment of 20 billion reals (R68.9 billion) per year until then to do so," Luis Augusto Barbosa Cortez, the vice-coordinator of the study at the State University of Campinas, told Dow Jones Newswires. Conducted at the request of the Ministry of Science and Technology, the study lasted two years and included participation by Transpetro, the distribution branch of state-owned oil company Petroleo Brasileiro SA, or Petrobras. (Business Report, South Africa)
Genes Involved In Coffee Quality Identified Feb 8, 2007
The researchers involved used molecular biology and biochemistry techniques in their work, supported by the University of Campinas in Brazil (Unicamp). Their work showed that an enzyme, sucrose synthetase, is responsible for sucrose accumulation in coffee (Coffea arabica) beans. (Science Daily)
