Based in Brazil, Fernanda Ferreira is a science writer who covers a range of STEM (and occasionally non-STEM) topics, from textile conservation to vaccine stockpiles.

Paris Climate Agreement: An important moral victory with the potential for greatness

Paris Climate Agreement: An important moral victory with the potential for greatness

After two weeks of discussions the 2015 Paris Climate Conference (COP21) ended December 12th with the passing of a climate change deal signed by almost 200 nations and the agreement has rightfully been called a “landmark.” It represents a departure from previous agreements by extending the responsibility of fighting climate change to all countries, not just developed nations.

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Melioidosis: Über-neglected and potentially über-dangerous

Melioidosis: Über-neglected and potentially über-dangerous

Zika virus: newly arrived flavivirus may be behind the increase in microcephaly cases in Brazil

Zika virus: newly arrived flavivirus may be behind the increase in microcephaly cases in Brazil