Bruna da Silva Oliveira
Postdoctoral Researcher in Neurobiology
About me
Postdoctoral researcher in neuroscience specializing in neuroinflammation, neuroimmune interactions, and behavioral aspects of neurological diseases. Experienced in developing and characterizing rodent models, and skilled in advanced microscopy, imaging, and molecular/cellular biology. Strong background in neurodegenerative diseases with a focus on neuroinflammatory pathways, supported by a solid publication record and proven communication and project management skills.
Technical skills
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Key Skills
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Proactive Approach
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Experimental Expertise
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Research Planning
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Team Leadership
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Strategic Planning
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Scientific Communication
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Community Engagement
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Project Management
Professional Experience
POSDOCTORATE
Universitá degli Studi Milano Biccoca (UNIMIB)
07/2024 - Present
Project: Deciphering the Impact of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) on the Cholinergic-Dopaminergic Network in Human-Derived Neurons
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POSTDOCTORATE
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG)
11/2023 - 07/2024Project:
Developed and characterized a rodent model for post-COVID neurological sequelae, focusing on neuroinflammatory pathways
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TEACHER
Nursing Training Center of Minas Gerais (CEFEMG)
08/2022- 05/2024
Teaching theoretical and practical classes about Human Anatomy and Microbiology preparation of classes; evaluating students.
VOLUNTEER TEACHER
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG)
03/2020 - 03/2022 Minas Gerais, Brazil
Teaching theoretical and practical classes about Human Anatomy and Neuro-anatomy; preparation of classes; evaluating students.
Others Experience
Coordination of YouTube Chanel/ Instagram Profile – Fala aí Cientista
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG)
10/2019 - 12/2024 Minas Gerais, Brazil
Collegiate member of the graduate Program in Cell Biology of UFMG
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG)
2019 - 2024 Minas Gerais, Brazil
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Member of Postgraduate Support Center (NAPG)
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG)
2010 - 2023 Minas Gerais, Brazil
Academic Awards
2025 -Travel Award, International Society of Neurochemistry -American Society of Neurochemistry meeting
2024 - Interview with IBRO on Early Parkinson's Diagnosis I was featured in IBRO's article series, where I had the opportunity to elaborate on my research findings regarding nigrostriatal inflammation and its non-motor symptoms.
2023 Travel Award, International Astrocyte School.
2021 TOP Finalist Trainee Poster Competition, National Neurotrauma Society.
2011 Academic relevance for the study "Role of nitric oxide in the inflammation induced by Trypanosoma cruzi infection in the central nervous system of young rats." , XX Scientific initiation week of Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG).
Publications
Oliveira, B.S., Paula,T.M.D.; Cardoso, L.C.; Ferreira, J.V.L.; Machado, A.C.; et.al
Caffeine intake during gestation and lactation causes long-term behavioral impairments in heterogenic mice offspring in a sex-dependent manner.
PHARMACOLOGY BIOCHEMISTRY AND BEHAVIOR
PIMENTA, J.C.*; BELTRAMI, V.A.*; OLIVEIRA, B.S.*; QUEIROZ-JUNIOR, C.M.; BARSALINI, J.; et. al. * authors contributed equally to this work
Neuropsychiatric sequelae in an experimental model of post-COVID syndrome in mice.
BRAIN BEHAVIOR AND IMMUNITY.
OLIVEIRA, B.S.; TOSCANO, E.C.B.; ABREU, L.K.S.; FERNANDES, H.B.; AMORIM, R.F.; FERREIRA, R.N.; MACHADO, C.A.; CARVALHO, B.C.; et.al.
Nigrostriatal Inflammation Is Associated with Nonmotor Symptoms in an Experimental Model of Prodromal Parkinson's Disease.
NEUROSCIENCE.
FERNANDES, H.B.*; OLIVEIRA, B.S.*; MACHADO, C.A.; CARVALHO, B.C.; TOSCANO,
E.C.B; DA SILVA, M.C.M.; VIEIRA, É.L.M.; DE OLIVEIRA, A.C.P.; TEIXEIRA, A.L.; MIRANDA,A.S.; SILVA, A. M. * authors contributed equally to this work.
Behavioral, neurochemical and neuroimmune features of RasGEF1b deficient mice.
NEURO-PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY & BIOLOGICAL PSYCHIATRY
PIMENTA, J*.; OLIVEIRA, B.S. *; LIMA, A.L.D.; MACHADO, C.A.; LACERDA, L.; ROSSI, L.;QUEIROZ-JUNIOR, C.M.;Et.al. * authors contributed equally to this work.
A suitable model to investigate acute neurological consequences of coronavirus
infection.
INFLAMMATION RESEARCH.
Technical Productions
OLIVEIRA, B. S. (Instrutional Material Development - Technical Handout of Human Anatomy and Physiology).
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Event Organization & Leadershi
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Student Coordinator, VIII Symposium on Cellular Biology Integration (2023)
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Led the student organizing team for a major symposium, coordinating logistics and communication for over 200 attendees.
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Membro Organizador de 8+ Seminários e Simpósios (2019-2022)
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Incluindo o NAPG Seminar, Darwin Day e Neurobiology Symposium.
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Academic Engagement & Leadership
Conference Presentations
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International Astrocyte School (IAS), Bertinoro, Italy (2023)
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Presented research on: "Nigrostriatal Inflammation in an Experimental Model of Parkinson's Disease."
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XII International Symposium on Vasoactive Peptides (VASP), Brazil (2019)
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Presented on: "A Neuroprotective Role of the Renin-Angiotensin System in Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.
XLII Annual Meeting of the Brazilian Society of Neuroscience and Behavior (SBNeC), Brazil (2019)
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Presented on: "The Neuroprotection of ACE2-Ang-(1-7)-MAS Axis in the Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.
Committee & Review Activities
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Collegiate Member, Graduate Program in Cell Biology at UFMG (2019-2023)
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Served as a representative on the postgraduate program board, contributing to academic and administrative decisions.
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Evaluation Committee Member, Scientific Communication Contest - Pitch Category (2021)
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Assessed and provided feedback on scientific pitches presented by graduate students.
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Evaluation Committee Member, 2nd Pitch Contest - ICB/UFMG (2018)
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Evaluated research presentations for scientific merit and clarity.
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