Letícia de Souza Figueiredo

Graduating with a degree in Pharmacy and specializing in clinical analysis from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro in 2019, I continued my academic journey by earning a Master of Science degree from the Postgraduate Program in Bioactive Products and Biosciences at the same university in 2021. Throughout both my undergraduate and master's studies, I immersed myself in research at the UFRJ Pathophysiology Laboratory. My research focused on Endocrine Physiology, particularly exploring the effects of endocrine disruptors on metabolism and organism function, with a specific emphasis on insulin and glucagon secretion and action, as well as their implications in obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. This period of intensive research sharpened my analytical and investigative skills, fostering a deep understanding of the intricate connections between endocrine pathways and physiological outcomes. Currently, I am pursuing a doctoral degree in the Postgraduate Program in Functional and Molecular Biology at the State University of Campinas. Within the Laboratory of Aging Biology, my research is centered on investigating how metabolic alterations can potentially accelerate the process of immunosenescence. By delving into the interplay between metabolic shifts and the aging immune system, we aim to uncover novel insights into the mechanisms that govern immunosenescence at the molecular level. (Fonte: Currículo Lattes)