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Mateus William de Faria Eleutério

Mateus William de Faria Eleutério

Science, Biology and Chemistry High School Teacher
São João Del Rei ,MG

Summary

Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Lavras (2018) and a Master’s degree in Applied Botany (2020). Completed a PhD in Agrochemistry (Chemistry/Biochemistry of natural and synthetic products) at the same university. Research focused on the bioprospecting of plant extracts. Extensive experience in Biochemistry and Pharmacology/Toxicology, with specific interest in the antioxidant, antigenotoxic, anticytotoxic, and anti-inflammatory effects of natural products. Participated in the Institutional Program for Teaching Initiation Scholarships (PIBID) in Chemistry, focusing on science/chemistry education and initial teacher training.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Teacher

Minas Gerais Education (MGE)
01.2023 - Current
  • Role: Teacher (Public Servant).

Research Assistant

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
01.2015 - 2018
  • Role: Research Assistant (CNPq Scholar).
  • Activity: Toxicological evaluation of aqueous leaf extracts from different Psidium guajava cultivars.

Administrative Assistant / Monitor

Language Center (UFLA)
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Role: Administrative Assistant / Monitor.
  • Activity: Support for teachers and public service; administrative routines.

Teaching Assistant/Monitor

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Role: Monitor/Teaching Assistant (Biochemistry).
  • Activity: Assisting students with exercises and general course queries.

Undergraduate Researcher

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Role: Undergraduate Researcher (Volunteer).
  • Activity: Evaluation of antioxidant compounds on the activity of Bothrops snake venoms.

Scholar

Institutional Program for Teaching Initiation (PIBID)
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Role: Scholar.
  • Activity: Initial teacher training for high school education.

IT Instructor

SoftMax Sistemas
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Role: IT Instructor.
  • Activity: Training in basic/advanced IT, hardware maintenance, Pascal/Delphi programming, and Office Suite.

Education

PhD - Agrochemistry

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
Brazil
01-2025

Master’s - Applied Botany

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
Brazil
01-2020

Bachelor of Teaching - Biological Sciences

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
Brazil
01-2018

Skills

Learner engagement

classroom teaching

Group instruction

Verbal communication

Instructional engagements

Basic and High School Science, Biology and Chemistry education

Faculty Assistance: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Toxicology

Major Publications (Selected)

  • BRAGA, M. A. et al. (2024). Toxic or medicinal? New approach to the pharmacological and toxicological properties of Echinodorus macrophyllus leaves. Scientia Plena.
  • SANTANA, J. D. et al. (2024). Poisoning and mutagenesis in rural workers: a sentinel surveillance study. Caderno Pedagógico.
  • ABREU, T. S. et al. (2019). Mitochondriotropic action and DNA protection: Interactions between phenolic acids and enzymes. Journal of Biochemical and Molecular Toxicology.
  • TRENTO, M. V. C. et al. (2018). The protective effect exerted by ascorbic acid on DNA fragmentation of human leukocytes induced by Lachesis muta muta venom. Journal of Cellular Biochemistry.
  • PALMIERI, M. J. et al. (2016). Cytogenotoxic Effects of Spent Pot Liner (SPL) and Its Main Components on Human Leukocytes and Meristematic Cells of Allium cepa. Water, Air, and Soil Pollution.
  • MARCUSSI, S. et al. (2018). Toxinologia: Fundamentos e Métodos. Chapters: "Introduction to Toxinology", "Methodologies: Extraction of Venoms", and "Snake Venom Toxins".
  • SANTOS, G. L. et al. (2014). Didactic Units for High School Chemistry. Chapter: "Thermochemistry".

Section name

Lattes ID: 8962290334167815 | ORCID: 0000-0002-1471-5758 Link to Lattes CV: http://lattes.cnpq.br/8962290334167815 Last update: March 15, 2026

Timeline

Teacher

Minas Gerais Education (MGE)
01.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
01.2015 - 2018

Administrative Assistant / Monitor

Language Center (UFLA)
01.2014 - 01.2015

Teaching Assistant/Monitor

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
01.2013 - 01.2014

Undergraduate Researcher

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
01.2012 - 01.2013

Scholar

Institutional Program for Teaching Initiation (PIBID)
01.2010 - 01.2013

IT Instructor

SoftMax Sistemas
01.2007 - 01.2008

PhD - Agrochemistry

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)

Master’s - Applied Botany

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)

Bachelor of Teaching - Biological Sciences

Federal University of Lavras (UFLA)
Mateus William de Faria EleutérioScience, Biology and Chemistry High School Teacher