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SPSAS 2025

ESCOLA SÃO PAULO DE CIÊNCIA AVANÇADA EM SAÚDE DE PRECISÃO:

SÃO PAULO SCHOOL OF ADVANCED SCIENCE ON PRECISION HEALTH:

BUILDING BRIDGES BETWEEN VETERINARY AND HUMAN MEDICINE
CRIANDO PONTES ENTRE MEDICINA VETERINÁRIA E HUMANA
ESPCA 2025

PRECISION HEALTH SCHOOL

A series of interdisciplinary activities that will be held in Brazil to bring together multiple fields of knowledge, Master and PhD students, as well as young and pos doctoral researchers from several countries, to discuss and engage in experiences in veterinary and human medicine.

All the activities will be held in English language.

WHAT IS THE SCHOOL OF PRECISION HEALTH?

JOIN US!

The School of Precision Health will take place in São Paulo State (Brazil) during:

July 17 to 30, 2025

for more information and to submit your application to participate, click on the link.

Registration will be open from January 8 to March 28, 2025

ALL EXPENSES WILL BE COVERED BY THE EVENT ORGANIZATION

REGISTRATION CHECKLIST:

1)    The event will be conducted in English. You must declare your ability to communicate effectively in English.
 
2)    You must confirm your availability to participate fully in the event (from July 17 to July 30, 2025).
 
3)     A single PDF containing the following documents should be generated in order to proceed to your application submittion:
·       Intention letter containg a justification for your interest, specifying the importance of the course for your training, describing your research
        project and the institution where it is conducted, and providing the expected completion date of the program (master’s, PhD, or postdoctoral
        fellowship);
·       A one-page summary of the research project developed by the applicant;
·       A letter of recommendation from the applicant’s advisor or supervisor;
·       An updated academic transcript (for master’s and PhD);
·       A curriculum vitae highlighting relevant aspects of scientific work (including journal publications) with a maximum length of two pages;
·       A summary of the work to be presented at ESPCA (up to 400 words).

A science school for young researchers  all over the world

Master and PhD students and also pos doctoral researchers from Brazil and other countries with experience or interest on veterinary and human health are invited to apply and join the activities that will be mostly held in the city of Botucatu (São Paulo State).

We hope to receive applications from candidates that develop diverse science projects and that are open to dialogue with students and university professors and researches of different backgrounds.

Interdisciplinary activities and dialogues
Hands on engagements and visits

The school focus on multi and interdisciplinary activities in different fields, such as diagnosis,  toxicity, artificial intelligence, public health, oncology, stem cells, microbiome, monoclonal antibodies,  alternative therapies, genomics, metabolomics, and personalized medicine.

Lectures and workshops will be offered by outstanding researches on how these areas contribute to driving and answering questions in the areas of veterinary and human health.

Participants will work on multidisciplinary discussion groups, hands on experiences in site visits, oral presentations, and also pitch talks.

Practical activities will be led by instructors and teaching assistants.

Got any questions? Check out our most frequently asked questions!

FAQs:

Which documents are required for the application?•    A letter of intent explaining your motivation to apply, the importance of the course for your academic training, and details of your research project, including the institution where it is being conducted and the expected program completion date (master’s, PhD, or postdoctoral fellowship).
•    A one-page summary of your current research project.
•    A letter of recommendation written by your academic advisor or supervisor.
•    An up-to-date academic transcript (mandatory for master’s and PhD students).
•    A curriculum vitae highlighting key aspects of your scientific contributions, including publications, limited to a maximum of two pages.
•    A summary of the work you intend to present at ESPCA (maximum 400 words).

Should I submit all documents in English, even if I am applying from Brazil?
Yes, all documents must be submitted in English.

How is funding handled for selected students with FAPESP scholarships?
Students receiving FAPESP scholarships are eligible to apply for the event. Full financial coverage for travel, accommodation, and meals will be provided for selected participants, except students currently receiving a FAPESP scholarship. These students must use their FAPESP’s technical reserve to cover these expenses.

Do I need to stay for the entire duration of the event?
Yes, selected participants are required to attend the event for its full duration, from July 17 to July 30 (14 days).

What happens if I am selected but later decide to withdraw?
If you withdraw after travel tickets have been purchased on your behalf, you will be responsible for reimbursing the cost of the tickets to the organizing committee.

How will I be notified if I am selected?
You will receive a notification via email.

Should Brazilian studying abroad apply as Brazilian or international applicants?
If you are currently enrolled in an academic program at an institution outside Brazil, you must apply as an international student.

Can I apply if I am not affiliated with a university or research institution?
To apply for the Precision Health School, you must be enrolled in a master’s or PhD program or have an official affiliation as a postdoctoral fellow or young researcher.

Do all selected students to the school have to present research results?
Yes, all selected students will have to present their research results as poster or oral presentation. The scientific committee will select the students for oral or poster presentation. Students will be informed by email.

Klena Sarges Marruaz da SilvaOswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil

David John ArgyleUniversity of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland

 

Lecturers

Maria Lucia Zaidan DagliUniversity of São Paulo (USP), São Paulo - SP, Brazil

 

Robson Francisco CarvalhoSão Paulo State University, Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Kelly Cristine Santos RoballoUniversity of Wyoming, Laramie, USA

Juliana Pavan ZulianiFederal University of Rondônia, Porto Velho - RO, Brazil

Debora Aparecida Pires de Campos ZuccariFaculty of Medicine of São José do Rio Preto, São José do Rio Preto - SP, Brazil

Chiara PalmieriUniversity of Queensland, Queensland, Australia

 

Silvia Regina RogattoSão Paulo State University, Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Vania Maria Martins BragaImperial College London, Reino Unido

 

 

Alexander BirbrairWisconsin University, Madison, USA

Deilson Elguide Oliveira (Vice-Chair) - Biotecnology Institute, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Carlos Eduardo Fonseca Alves (Chair of the Scientific Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Adriane Pinto Wasko (Chair of the Scientific Divulgation Committee) -  Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Luciana Francisco Fleuri (Chair of the Innovation Committee) -  Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Alexandre Leite Rodrigues Oliveira (Scientific Committee) -  IInstitute of Biology, State University of Campinas (Unicamp), Campinas - SP, Brazil

Andreimar Martins Soares (Scientific Committee) - Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), Porto Velho - RO, Brazil

Andressa Silva Jacinto (Innovation Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Gabriela Contesa Gomes (Innovation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Julia Picinin de Oliveira (Innovation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Maria Júlia Generoso Ganga (Innovation Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Mariane Zabotto Evangelista (Innovation Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Mirella Rossitto Zanutto Elgui (Innovation Committee) - Wylinka and Sebrae, Belo Horizonte - MG, Brazil

Stefanie Zacarin Pereira (Innovation Committee) - Neo Ventures (Powerhouse for Innovation), Belo Horizonte - MG, Brazil

Tainah Schuindt Ferrari Veras (Innovation Committee) - Orbia, São Paulo - SP, Brazil

Clarissa Hamoio Okino (Innovation Committee) - IkoveAgro, São Carlos - SP, Brazil

Cristiana de Oliveira Massoco Salles Gomes (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of São Paulo (USP),
São Paulo - SP, Brazil

Cyntia Ludovico Martins (Innovation Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Debora Prado (Innovation Committee) 

Organizing Commitee

Renée Laufer Amorim (Chair) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Flávia Karina Delella (Scientific Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Heidge Fukumasu (Scientific Committee) - School of Animal Science and Food Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Pirassununga - SP, Brazil

Luciana Cintra (Innovation Committee) - Center for Preclinical Studies and Surgery Training Center,  Albert Einstein Hospital, São Paulo - SP, Brazil

Mayra Ferreira (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - UNESP TV, Bauru - SP, Brazil

Natália Torres (Innovation Committee) - Teaching and Research Center, Albert Einstein Hospital , São Paulo - SP, Brazil

Patrícia Pintor Reis (Innovation Committee) - Medical School, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Rogério Martins Amorim (Scientific Committee) - School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Sarah Santiloni Cury (Scientific Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Sérgio Luis Felisbino (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Ariane Leite Rozza (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Isabelle Mira da Silva (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Viviane Aparecida de Oliveira Ciriaco (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

Mirian Carolini Esgoti Aal (Scientific Divulgation Committee) - Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu - SP, Brazil

The majority of the school activities will take place at the
Institute of Biosciences - São Paulo State University (UNESP) in the city of Botucatu

Participants will be accomodated at Primar Plaza Hotel 

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cm63Vve3yGFbJewn7 

GET IN TOUCH

Please, feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need further information

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

The São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP)

Process number:  2024/06533-5

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SÃO PAULO SCHOOL OF ADVANCED SCIENCE (SPSAS) ON PRECISION HEALTH

INSTITUTIONS

São Paulo State University (UNESP)
University of São Paulo (USP)
State University of Campinas (Unicamp)
Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz)
Albert Einstein Hospital
Ikove Agro

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