I have a degree in Molecular Genetics and Biomedicine and Genetics from New University of Lisbon (UNL-FCT) and I am now pursuing my PhD in Tropical Knowledge and Managment (Nova SBE) and my research is focused in projects regarding valorization of genetic resources and validation of african traditional medicine (phytomedicine and phytopharmacy). I am the NEF ambassador of Cabo Verde for the years 2020-2021, in the scope of the Pan African program Next Einstein Forum.