Curiosity and creativity are the most important qualities one can have as a scientist. A lot of people are smart, but it's that motivation from deep within that I think makes a researcher most successful.

The most rewarding aspect of our work is the opportunity to contribute to stem cell research in Brazil and to make it more internationally recognized.

I am excited to make an impact on translating the knowledge discovered from my computational models for stem cell-based therapies and regenerative medicine.

I am a strong supporter and advocator for gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights. As an out gay faculty, LGBTQ+ representation in science and my field is important to me. It's crucial for everyone to feel included and valued in their workplace and community.

One of the most rewarding aspects of our center is our patient-derived iPSC bank, through which we have shared 100's of vials of our cells with the international research community as an Open Source reagent.