Highly accomplished Full Professor with over 25 years of experience in Materials Science and Geosciences, specializing in advanced multi-technique microanalysis. Expert in integrating SEM (EDX), TEM, XRD, GIXRD, and micro-Raman spectroscopy to resolve complex analytical challenges across technical, geological, and forensic materials. Proven leader in research, academic instruction, and laboratory management, with a robust publication record of 45+ articles and 600+ citations, dedicated to scientific advancement and student mentorship.
Full Professor (Titular Professor, previously Associate and Adjunct Professor)
Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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Summary
Led extensive research, academic instruction, and laboratory management within Materials Science and Geosciences, pioneering multi-technique analytical approaches for diverse applications.
Highlights
Coordinated the Microanalysis Laboratory since 2005, overseeing advanced analytical equipment and spearheading numerous research projects.
Directed the Electron Microscopy Center from 2000-2004, having previously served as Vice-Director (1999), significantly enhancing research capabilities and operational efficiency.
Headed the Rock Analysis Laboratory from 1997-2004, managing instrumental analysis and driving research development in Geosciences.
Developed and operationalized advanced analytical methodologies, including X-ray Fluorescence (Rigaku RIX2000), Atomic Absorption, SEM, TEM, XRD, GIXRD, and micro-Raman spectroscopy.
Mentored and advised over 20 graduate students (Master's and PhD) and numerous undergraduate students across a wide range of scientific projects.
Authored and co-authored over 45 peer-reviewed articles and multiple book chapters, accumulating 600+ citations and an H-factor of 14 (as of 2020), recognized with the 'Best Paper Award' at SAE Brasil in 2009.
Taught a comprehensive curriculum of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Analytical Techniques, and Materials Analysis.
Postdoctoral Researcher (Visiting Researcher)
Münster, Alemanha, Germany
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Summary
Conducted advanced postdoctoral research in Materials Science and Engineering, focusing on mineralogical applications of EF-TEM and other analytical techniques.
Highlights
Performed specialized research in EF-TEM (Energy-Filtered Transmission Electron Microscopy) applied to minerals at the Institut Für Mineralogie.
Undertook research at Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) in Engineering, contributing to national material science initiatives.
Awarded and held multiple Alexander Von Humboldt Stiftung (AVH) scholarships, demonstrating exceptional research potential and international collaboration.
Researcher (Collaborator)
Erlangen-Nürnberg, Alemanha, Germany
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Summary
Executed advanced research in Materials Science within the Glas Und Keramik W W III institute, contributing to a Ph.D. project.
Highlights
Conducted in-depth investigations into ionic conductors and high-pressure phenomena using impedance spectroscopy.
Contributed to research on defect pyrochlores and advanced analytical methods as part of doctoral studies.
Collaborated on projects within the Institut Fuer Werkstoffwissenschaf, focusing on glass and ceramics.
Bilingual Secretary
Brasil, N/A, Brazil
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Summary
Provided essential administrative support as a bilingual secretary.
Highlights
Managed secretarial duties, leveraging bilingual proficiency to support organizational operations.
Professor
Joinville, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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Summary
Provided educational instruction as a professor.
Highlights
Delivered academic instruction in a professorial capacity for a period of two years.
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Ph.D.
Materials Science (Werkstoffwissenschaften, glass and ceramics)
Courses
Impedance Spectroscopy
Ionic Conduction
High Pressure Materials
Ceramics
Analytical Methods
Defect Pyrochlores
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Master
Physics (Condensed Matter Physics, Dielectric Materials and Properties, Fluid Physics, Plasma Physics and Electrical Discharges)
Courses
CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition)
Ultra-Hard Materials
Instrumentation
Structure of Liquids and Solids
Crystallography
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Bachelor
Physics
Awarded By
SAE Brasil
Recognized for an outstanding research presentation at the SAE Brasil conference.
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE JCR
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Co-authored a publication detailing a simple procedure for analyzing plasma-nitrided and post-oxidized steel surfaces, cited 2 times.
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ENERGY EXPLORATION & EXPLOITATION JCR
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Co-authored a study on the vacuum pyrolysis of Brazilian coal, peat, and biomass, analyzing feedstock, solid residues, pyrolysis liquids, and conversion rates, cited 6 times.
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ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA JCR
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Contributed to research on sol-gel immobilization for biosensor design, cited 7 times.
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PHARMACEUTICS JCR
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Co-authored a publication on ivermectin-loaded mesoporous silica and polymeric nanocapsules, focusing on drug loading and release performance, cited 22 times.
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PHARMACEUTICS JCR
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Contributed to a study on magnetic mesoporous silica for targeted drug delivery of chloroquine, including synthesis, characterization, and in vitro evaluation, cited 11 times.
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JOURNAL OF SOUTH AMERICAN EARTH SCIENCES JCR
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Co-authored a publication investigating contamination and dissolution-crystallization textures in granite relics within a magmatic province.
SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), EDX (Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy), TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), AEM (Analytical Electron Microscopy), EFTEM (Energy-Filtered Transmission Electron Microscopy), XRD (X-ray Diffraction), GIXRD (Grazing Incidence X-ray Diffraction), Micro-Raman Spectroscopy, X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry (FRX), Atomic Absorption Spectrometry, Impedance Spectroscopy, PIXE (Particle-Induced X-ray Emission), Mössbauer Spectroscopy, EBSD (Electron Backscatter Diffraction), Instrumental Analysis, Microanalysis.
Ceramics, Thin Films, Friction Films, Glass, Ionic Conductors, High Pressure Materials, Diamond CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition), Metal/Insulator Granular Thin Films, Plasma Nitriding, Condensed Matter Physics, Surfaces and Interfaces, Films and Filaments.
Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Meteorites, Opal Characterization, Rock Analysis, Forensic Geology, Crystallography, Structure of Liquids and Solids.
Micro-trace Analysis, Gunshot Residue Analysis, Fiber Analysis, Forensic Sample Analysis, Shooting Distance Estimation.
Experimental Design, Multi-technique Approaches, Data Analysis, Scientific Writing, Project Coordination, Grant Writing, Research Management, Problem Solving.
University Teaching (Undergraduate & Postgraduate), Curriculum Development, Student Supervision (Graduation, Master's, PhD), Journal Review, Funding Review.
Laboratory Coordination, Electron Microscopy Center Directorship, Rock Analysis Laboratory Management, Equipment Operation & Maintenance.
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Summary
Developing multi-technique analytical methodologies to identify micro-traces in forensic investigations, providing scientific support for expert reports in Rio Grande do Sul.
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Applied micro-Raman spectroscopy for the detailed analysis of various forensic samples.
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Investigated the impact of igneous intrusions on the maturation of organic-rich rocks and carbonates within the Paraná Basin.
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Participated in a collaborative project focused on the tribology of automotive braking systems.
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Conducted a detailed microanalytical study on a fragment of the Vaca Muerta meteorite.