Psychologist, neuroscientist and psychometrician with extensive expertise in advanced quantitative techniques, and cognitive assessment in aging populations. Founder and President of the Brazilian Institute of Neuropsychology and Cognitive Sciences (IBNeuro), leading multidisciplinary research initiatives on age-related conditions and cognitive aging. Recognized for developing and validating innovative assessment tools for geriatric syndromes, applying machine learning in medical research, and conducting sophisticated longitudinal data analyses. Demonstrated proficiency in studying the interplay between somatic conditions and cognitive decline, with a particular focus on Parkinson Disease and neurodegeneration. Proven track record in research leadership, international collaboration, and publishing high-impact studies in geriatric epidemiology and neuroscience.