​
Dual Degree PhD Candidate in ​
Biocultural Medical Anthropology at The University of Alabama
advised by Dr. William Dressler and Dr. Jason DeCaro
and 
Mental Health at The University of Sao Paulo - Ribeirão Preto
advised by Dr. Sandra Cristina Pillon
​

Broadly, my research focuses on stigma surrounding
​drug use and misuse, from the ​perspectives of both
​members of society and individuals receiving
​treatment for substance use disorders. 
​
​
​My dissertation work is based in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil​.