Academic Background Doctorate at Biochemistry/ UFRGS (2006) Title: " Molecular characterization of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency" Master of Pharmacology / Campinas University - SP (2001); Bachelor degree in Pharmacist and Biochemistry / UFRGS - RS (1988). Main Qualifications • Biochemist who runs the State Newborn Screening Program (presently screening PKU, CH, CF and Hemoglobin disorders) in Rio Grande do Sul State. Responsible for laboratory management, human resources management, organization of administrative and technical streams. It is also responsible for quality control program in the laboratory. • Biochemist with extensive experience in different areas of clinical analysis. Has worked in different areas of the clinical laboratory, such as biochemical, hematological analysis, immunology and quality control. • At University has conducted researches in different areas of hemolytic anemias, hemoglobinopathies and neonatal screening. • Scientific Journal Referee: Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine; Clinical Biochemistry; Case Reports & Clinical Practice Review Professional Background 1997 to present: Position: Professor at Pharmacy School (UFRGS) , Working hours (weekly): 40h, Schemes of job: Full-time Main Responsibilities: Professor of clinical hematology discipline. Develops research projects in the areas of hemolytic anemia, neonatal screening, hemoglobinopathies and public health