Biography:

Matheus Nogueira is a third-year medical student at Afya Faculty of Medical Sciences in Manacapuru, Amazonas, Brazil. He demonstrates a great interest in medical research, driven by the belief that scientific inquiry can directly improve patient care and benefit society at large. Currently, Matheus is actively engaged in the Scientific Initiation program at Afya Faculty of Medical Sciences, focusing his research efforts on the field of parasitic diseases. His dedication to this area of study reflects his commitment to addressing significant public health challenges prevalent in the Amazon region.