Education

• Universidade Federal de Lavras

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

  Plant Physiology
  "Analyses of fire-induced tree mortality associated with hydraulic failure of xylem function" Study involved innovated methodology to test where tree mortality after fire is due to xylem failure. We tested the role of leaves and stems exposed to high temperatures.
  

• Universidade Federal de Lavras

  Master’s Degree

  Desiccation tolerance during seed germination
  "Germination and re-induction of desiccation tolerance in seeds of Bauhinia forficata (Fabaceae)" Study involved aspects of seeds, including germination and desiccation tolerance of primary root.
  

• Universidade Federal de Lavras

  Teacher Assistant

  
  Prepared and executed lectures to graduate students - class topics regarding plant hormones, germination, growth, flowering, and senescence.
  

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• Universidade Federal De Alfenas

  Bachelor’s Degree

  Production of Essential oil in medicinal plants
  - Involved in Research Projects, independently and as a collaborator - Tutoring more than 20 students a week in topics such as plant physiology, plant anatomy, and general biology - Extension projects involving creation of gardens, re-training of elementary school teachers, sexual education in high schools, and art projects in school public areas
  

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• Universidade Federal de Lavras

  Teaching Assistant

  
  Prepared and executed lectures to undergraduate students - Subject: Plant Biology