Ana Carolina Gomes Jardim

Ana Carolina Gomes Jardim serves as an active Associate Professor IV in the Department of Microbiology at the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (ICBIM), Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU), Brazil, with exclusive dedication since February 3, 2014.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Master's and Doctorate in Genetics from UNESP (Júlio de Mesquita Filho State University)
• Sandwich Doctorate in Virology at the University of Leeds, UK, focusing on hepatitis C virus (HCV) replication and antiviral development
• Postdoctoral Fellowship at UNESP with University of Leeds collaboration, specializing in Biosafety Level 3 (CAT III) laboratory operations

Her research integrates virology and microbiology, emphasizing HCV pathogenesis, cell culture-based antiviral screening, and high-containment laboratory protocols. This expertise stems from her UK-based sandwich doctorate and postdoctoral work, positioning her at the intersection of genetic analysis and infectious disease therapeutics.

Professional activities are documented through semester work plans extending to 2025, confirming ongoing teaching and research commitments within UFU's Department of Microbiology.