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Clareci Cardoso | Public Health | Excellence in Research

Prof. Clareci Cardoso | Public Health | Excellence in Research

Associate Professor at Federal University of São João del-Rei, Brazil

Prof. Clareci Silva Cardoso is a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of Public Health, with a strong background in Epidemiology and Mental Health. Born on November 15, 1970, in São Sebastião do Oeste, Brazil, she has dedicated her career to improving healthcare through research, teaching, and policy development. With extensive experience in infectious diseases, chronic conditions, and primary healthcare, she has contributed significantly to scientific advancements. She is actively involved in national and international collaborations, focusing on telehealth, tropical medicine, and quality of life studies. Her leadership roles in academia and public health initiatives make her a key figure in epidemiological research and medical education.

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Education 🎓

Prof. Cardoso earned her Ph.D. in Public Health (Epidemiology) from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) in 2005, where she studied factors influencing the quality of life in schizophrenia. Prior to that, she completed her Master’s in Public Health (Epidemiology) at UFMG in 2001, focusing on the cross-cultural adaptation of a quality-of-life scale for schizophrenic patients. She also holds a Bachelor’s and Licensure in Psychology from the Federal University of São João del-Rei (UFSJ). Additionally, she specialized in Health Services Administration at the University of Ribeirão Preto (UNAERP). Her postdoctoral research includes studies at UFMG (2024), the University of California, Berkeley (2015), and the University of São Paulo (2015), where she focused on infectious diseases and epidemiology.

work Experience💼

Prof. Cardoso has been an Associate Professor at the Federal University of São João del-Rei (UFSJ) since 2009, where she teaches and conducts research in medicine, public health, and epidemiology. She plays a pivotal role as the Coordinator of the Telehealth Program and represents UFSJ in the Minas Gerais Telehealth Network. She also teaches scientific methodology and psychosocial aspects of medical practice and mentors graduate students in health sciences. Additionally, she has been a researcher and collaborating professor at UFMG since 2004, contributing to the Epidemiology Research Group and the Urban Health Observatory of Belo Horizonte. Her work focuses on urban health, quality of life, and mental health, and she has been actively involved in teaching graduate courses on health event measurement and patient satisfaction.

Research Focus

Prof. Cardoso’s research is centered on Public Health and Epidemiology, with a specific interest in primary healthcare, tropical medicine, telehealth, and chronic diseases. She has made significant contributions to the study of mental health, quality of life, urban health, and infectious diseases. Her work in schizophrenia and psychiatric patient care has led to the development of validated health assessment tools. She is also actively involved in telehealth initiatives, promoting the use of digital solutions to enhance healthcare accessibility. Her research extends to the epidemiology of infectious and parasitic diseases, particularly in vulnerable populations.

Awards & Honors🏆 

Throughout her career, Prof. Cardoso has received multiple recognitions for her contributions to public health research and education. She was awarded a CAPES Scholarship for her master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral studies, acknowledging her excellence in research. Her work in telehealth and epidemiology has also been recognized by institutions such as the National Institute of Health (NIH) and Brazil’s Ministry of Health. As a Visiting Scholar at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland (2017), she further expanded her research in complex systems and public health. She has also participated in NIH-certified training programs focused on human research ethics and participant protection.

Conclusion✅

Dr. Clareci Silva Cardoso is a highly qualified and impactful researcher with extensive experience in public health, epidemiology, and mental health. Her work in telehealth, quality of life, and infectious diseases contributes significantly to both academic research and real-world healthcare solutions.

She is a strong candidate for the Excellence in Research Award, particularly due to her leadership, interdisciplinary research, and international collaborations. However, further high-impact publications, broader recognition, and large-scale funding initiatives could further enhance her competitiveness for top global research awards.

📚Publications to Noted

Addressing under-registration in Chagas disease mortality: insights from the SaMi-Trop and REDS cohorts

Authors: A.L.D.S. Bierrenbach, Ana Luiza De Souza; C. Di-Lorenzo-Oliveira, Claúdia; N.D. Quintino, Nayara Dornela; A.L. Ribeiro, Antonio L.; E.C. Sabino, Ester Cerdeira

Citations: 0

Year: 2025

Health literacy assessment of individuals with and without Chagas disease: a cross-sectional study

Authors: N.R. Baldoni, Nayara Ragi; N.D. Quintino, Nayara Dornela; A.M. Ferreira, Ariela Mota; E.C. Sabino, Ester Cerdeira; C.S. Cardoso, Clareci Silva

Citations: 0

Year: 2024

Sociodemographic, economic, and academic factors linked with resilience in university students during COVID-19 pandemic: a Brazilian cross-sectional study

Authors: J.E. de Andrade, Jéssica Evelyn; A.L. Meireles, Adriana Lúcia; E.L. Machado, Elaine Leandro; B.C.R. Barbosa, Bruna Carolina Rafael; C.M. Ruas, Cristina Mariano

Citations: 0

Year: 2024

Isotemporal substitution analysis of time between sedentary behavior, and physical activity on sleep quality in younger adults: a multicenter study

Authors: L.A.A. Menezes, Luiz Antônio Alves; B.C.R. Barbosa, Bruna Carolina Rafael; W. de Paula, Waléria; L.S. da Silva, Luciana Saraiva; A.L. Meireles, Adriana Lúcia

Citations: 1

Year: 2024

Sedentary behavior is associated with the mental health of university students during the COVID-19 pandemic, and not practicing physical activity accentuates its adverse effects: cross-sectional study

Authors: B.C.R. Barbosa, Bruna Carolina Rafael; L.A.A. Menezes, Luiz Antônio Alves; W. de Paula, Waléria; L.S. da Silva, Luciana Saraiva; A.L. Meireles, Adriana Lúcia

Citations: 3

Year: 2024

Association between positive serology for COVID-19 and Chagas cardiomyopathy progression: The SaMi-Trop project

Authors: A.M. Ferreira, Ariela Mota; L.C.D. Oliveira-da Silva, Lea Campos De; C.S. Cardoso, Clareci Silva; E.C. Sabino, Ester Cerdeira; A.L.P. Ribeiro, Antonio Luiz Pinho

Citations: 0

Year: 2024

Combination of Tele-Cardiology Tools for Cardiovascular Risk Stratification in Primary Care: Data from the PROVAR+ Study

Authors: L.L. Fraga, Lucas Leal; B.R. Nascimento, Bruno Ramos; B.C. Haiashi, Beatriz Costa; A.L.P. Ribeiro, Antonio Luiz Pinho; C.S. Cardoso, Clareci Silva

Citations: 1

Year: 2024

Gastrointestinal Manifestations of Chagas Disease: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

Authors: N.R. Baldoni, Nayara Ragi; L.C.D.O.D. Silva, Lea Campos De Oliveira Da; A.C.O. Gonçalves, Ana Carolina Oliveira; E.C. Sabino, Ester Cerdeira; C.S. Cardoso, Clareci Silva

Citations: 4

Year: 2024