Daniel Ciampi de Andrade

Roles and Affiliations: Daniel Ciampi de Andrade is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University. He is affiliated with the Center for Neuroplasticity and Pain and holds roles such as Collaborator Professor at the Universidade de São Paulo and Head of the Pain Center and Pain Research Group there. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.

Educational Background: He earned a Professorship Diploma in Clinical Neurology from the Universidade de São Paulo (2013) and holds an MD and PhD. He has completed pedagogical training in university teaching, including courses at Aalborg University (2023) and problem-based learning methodologies.

Research Focus: His research centers on chronic pain mechanisms, neuromodulation therapies (e.g., transcranial magnetic stimulation), and neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease, neuropathic pain, and fibromyalgia. Key interests include advancing non-invasive neuromodulation techniques and understanding cortical pain pathways.

Grants and Projects: He leads major grants, including the European Research Council Consolidator Grant (PersoNINpain) and a Novo Nordisk Foundation Grant. Current projects include assessing neural connectivity in chronic pain and a trial on motor cortex stimulation for fibromyalgia.

Awards and Recognition: While no explicit awards are listed, his prestigious grants and publications highlight his impact in pain research.

Teaching Philosophy: Emphasizes student-centered learning, aligning goals with practical/theoretical balance. He advocates for transparent mentorship to empower students in defining their learning paths.

Labs and Teams: Oversees the Pain Center and Interventional Neuroscience Lab (Universidade de São Paulo), focusing on clinical and research integration.