Highly skilled Astronomer and Astrophysicist with a strong focus on exoplanet detection, characterization, and atmospheric analysis, leveraging advanced machine learning and differential photometry techniques. Pioneered software development for stellar parameter determination and atmospheric characterization, contributing significantly to observational astronomy and educational outreach. Expert in analyzing complex astronomical data to drive new discoveries and enhance understanding of exoplanetary systems.
Work
Observatorio Nacional
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Researcher (Ph.D. Candidate)
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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Summary
Leads cutting-edge research on characterizing exoplanet atmospheres around high-metallicity host stars, utilizing advanced spectroscopic and photometric techniques.
Highlights
Directing advanced research on exoplanet atmospheres around high-metallicity stars ([Fe/H] > +0.15), employing transmission spectroscopy and multiband photometry.
Developing and integrating limb darkening models from the MPS-ATLAS spectral library to enhance atmospheric characterization precision.
Expanding research methodology to include FGK-hosted sub-Neptunes and super-Earths, strategically preparing for the PLATO mission's target sample.
Observatorio Nacional
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Researcher (M.Sc. Candidate)
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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Summary
Developed and implemented a machine learning pipeline for precise stellar parameter determination, utilizing extensive photometric survey data to identify new exoplanets.
Highlights
Engineered a machine learning pipeline using Random Forest and XGBoost algorithms, achieving improved accuracy in determining stellar parameters (Teff, log g, [Fe/H]).
Analyzed vast photometric data from J-PLUS, S-PLUS, and upcoming J-PAS surveys, significantly enhancing exoplanet host star characterization.
Enabled more precise light curve analysis and facilitated the identification of new exoplanets, brown dwarfs, and candidate objects, expanding the scope of astronomical discovery.
Universidade Federal de Itajubá
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Research Assistant
Itajubá, MG, Brazil
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Summary
Designed and implemented an automated experimental activity focused on exoplanet transits, successfully engaging students in physics and astronomy concepts.
Highlights
Developed an automated experimental activity focused on exoplanet transits in collaboration with Laboratório Nacional de Astrofísica, enhancing student engagement in physics and astronomy.
Integrated hands-on experimentation into the Institutional Voluntary Scientific Initiation Program (PIVIC) and Tutored Teaching Plan (PET), successfully bridging research and education.
Designed and implemented a learning sequence that effectively communicated complex exoplanet concepts to students.
Universidade Federal de Itajubá
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Research Assistant
Itajubá, MG, Brazil
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Summary
Characterized atmospheres of Hot Jupiter exoplanets using differential photometry, contributing to a deeper understanding of atmospheric composition.
Highlights
Characterized atmospheres of Hot Jupiter exoplanets using the planetary transit technique with narrow filters (H-beta, H-alpha, 4056 Å, Y filter).
Conducted observational studies at Pico dos Dias Observatory (OPD/LNA), collecting critical data for atmospheric analysis.
Improved understanding of atmospheric composition and formation environments of Hot Jupiter systems through detailed photometric research.
Education
Observatorio Nacional
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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Ph.DAstronomy
Courses
Thesis: Characterization of Exoplanet Atmospheres around High-Metallicity Stars, extended to FGK-hosted sub-Neptunes in the PLATO era (working title).
Observatorio Nacional
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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MScAstronomy
Courses
Thesis: Characterization of Exoplanet Host-Stars using Machine Learning Techniques on J-PLUS and S-PLUS Survey Data.
Universidade Federal de Itajubá
Itajubá, MG, Brazil
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B.ScPhysics
Courses
Thesis: Developing a Teaching and Learning Sequence with Design-Based Research about Exoplanets.
Awards
Best Work Award at the V Scientific Initiation Symposium
Universidade Federal de Itajubá
Recognized for outstanding research work presented at the V Scientific Initiation Symposium.
Best Work Award at the IV Scientific Initiation Symposium
Universidade Federal de Itajubá
Received recognition for exceptional research contributions at the IV Scientific Initiation Symposium.
Publications
Systematic effects of limb darkening on planetary radius recovery
A publication currently in preparation, focusing on the systematic effects of limb darkening on planetary radius recovery.
Meidem: Multi-grid Epic Interpolator for stellar limb DarkEning Models
A publication currently in preparation, detailing the "Meidem" multi-grid interpolator for stellar limb darkening models.
Interactive simulator of planetary transits and limb-darkening for teaching physics and astronomy
A publication currently in preparation, describing an interactive simulator for planetary transits and limb-darkening, designed for teaching physics and astronomy.
Stellar parameter estimation of stars observed by TESS using the eXtreme Gradient Boosting algorithm and S-PLUS DR5
A publication submitted for collaboration review, focusing on stellar parameter estimation for TESS-observed stars using eXtreme Gradient Boosting and S-PLUS DR5 data.
MEIDEM: Multi-grid Epic Interpolator for stellar limb DarkEning Models [Software]
Zenodo
Software publication providing a multi-grid interpolator for stellar limb darkening models.
MINAS: Machine-learning INtegrated Analysis with photometric Astronomical Surveys [Software]
GitHub
Software for machine-learning integrated analysis with photometric astronomical surveys.
Interactive exoplanet transit simulator as a didactic tool for teaching physics and astronomy
VII National Symposium on Astronomy Education (VII SNEA 2025), Universidade Estadual de Londrina
A publication presented at the VII National Symposium on Astronomy Education, describing an interactive exoplanet transit simulator for teaching physics and astronomy.
Science education in the post-truth era: Flat Earth
Experiências em Ensino de Ciências, 19(2)
A publication discussing science education in the post-truth era, specifically addressing the Flat Earth concept.
Developing a teaching and learning sequence with design-based research about exoplanets
Latin-American Journal of Astronomy Education, 35
A publication detailing the development of a teaching and learning sequence on exoplanets using design-based research.
Dissemination of astronomy in a pandemic Context: difficulties and learnings
Latin-American Journal of Astronomy Education, 34
A publication exploring the challenges and lessons learned in disseminating astronomy education during a pandemic context.