Academic Background PhD in Biochemistry/Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul – UFRGS (2006) Title: "Molecular characterization of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency" Supervisor: Roberto Giugliani MSc in Pharmacology/State University of Campinas - UNICAMP (2001) Bachelor degree in Pharmacy and Biochemistry/Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS (1988). Main Qualifications • Biochemist responsible for the the State Newborn Screening Program (presently screening PKU, CH, CF, CAH, biotinidase def and Hemoglobin disorders) in Rio Grande do Sul State from 2007 to 2022. In this period was 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 newborn screening. • Scientific Journal Referee: Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine; Clinical Biochemistry; Case Reports & Clinical Practice Review Professional Background 1997 to present: Position: Associate Professor at Pharmacy School, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Brazil Main Responsibilities Responsible for te clinical hematology discipline. Develops research projects in the areas of hemolytic anemia, neonatal screening, hemoglobinopathies and public health. 2007 to 2022: Position: Biochemist responsible for the reference service in newborn screening of the State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Main Responsibilities: Technical manager of newborn screening laboratory. The laboratory process around 10.000 newborns/month and represents almost 80% of all born in the state.