Senior Researcher at FIOCRUZ RO, Brazil
Dr. Andreimar Martins Soares is an esteemed Brazilian scientist recognized globally for his contributions to biochemistry, toxicology, and biotechnology. He serves as a senior researcher at Fiocruz Rondônia and holds several influential academic and administrative positions across institutions such as the Federal University of Rondônia (UNIR), the Rede BIONORTE, and the Catholic Faculty of Rondônia. With over two decades of prolific academic and scientific engagement, Dr. Soares has established himself as a leading figure in venom toxicology, the biochemical analysis of natural products, and public health research in the Amazon. He is consistently ranked among the top 3% of scientists in Brazil and the world by multiple scientific indexes.
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Scholar
Education
Dr. Soares earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Uberlândia in 1994. He proceeded to pursue his Master’s and Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the University of São Paulo, completing both with a research focus on myotoxins derived from snake venoms. His doctoral thesis centered on the structure and inhibition mechanisms of phospholipase A2 toxins. In 2007, he achieved the distinguished title of Livre-Docente (habilitation), emphasizing animal toxins and structural-functional characterization, solidifying his academic credentials.
Experience
With a career spanning over 30 years, Dr. Soares has held teaching, research, and leadership roles at prestigious institutions including the University of São Paulo, UNAERP, and currently at Fiocruz Rondônia. He has coordinated major scientific programs such as PPSUS, DCR/CNPq/FAPERO, and initiatives under the Amazônia+10 agenda. His administrative expertise is reflected in his roles as Scientific Director of FAPERO and institutional research coordinator across several universities. In parallel, he has supervised postgraduate programs and mentored numerous master’s and doctoral theses, shaping future generations of scientists.
Research Interest
Dr. Soares’s research interests revolve around toxinology, bioprospecting of Amazonian biodiversity, protein biochemistry, and the development of therapeutic agents from natural sources. His multidisciplinary work bridges biochemistry and pharmacology, with a focus on the functional and structural characterization of animal toxins and their biomedical applications. Recently, he has expanded his investigations into molecular docking and interaction assays to explore antiprotozoal drug targets, venom-based antimicrobial therapies, and light-emitting therapy for tissue repair.
Award
Dr. Soares has received numerous national and international accolades. Notable among them are the 2023 FAPERO CT&I Award for Distinguished Researcher, the 2023 Stanford University & Elsevier ranking as one of the most influential scientists globally, and multiple top rankings in biology and biochemistry from AD Scientific Index and Research.com. He was honored with the “Universidad de La Habana” Award in 2010 and the “Professor Francisco Matos” Best Research Award in 2005, among others.
Publications
Dr. Soares has published over 500 scientific articles, with citation counts exceeding 13,000 and an h-index above 60. Noteworthy recent publications include:
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“Assessment of the Toxicity of Free and PLGA-Encapsulated Phospholipase A2 CB” (2025, Current Medicinal Chemistry), exploring encapsulation strategies to reduce venom toxicity.
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“Characterization of a Novel Acidic Phospholipase A2” (2025, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules), focusing on snake venom proteins—cited by related studies in structural toxicology.
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“Cystatin from Austrelaps Superbus as Cruzain Inhibitor Model” (2025, Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins), contributing to drug discovery for Chagas disease.
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“Larvicidal Potential of Trattinnickia burserifolia Oil” (2025, Pharmaceuticals), addressing vector control in malaria-endemic regions.
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“LED Photobiomodulation Reduces Myonecrosis” (2025, Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B), merging phototherapy with toxin-induced injury models.
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“In Silico Interaction of Crotapotin with Trypanothione Reductase” (2025, Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins), aiding therapeutic screening for leishmaniasis.
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“Production of Novel Antifungal Peroxidase Isoenzymes” (2025, Phytochemistry), recognized for advancing plant-based biotechnology—each article contributes to a growing citation network across biopharmaceutical fields.
Conclusion
Dr. Andreimar Martins Soares is more than a prolific scientist—he is a catalyst for scientific development, particularly in the Amazonian context. His multi-faceted impact—from cutting-edge research and education to regional development and scientific diplomacy—makes him a stellar candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His career exemplifies how science can serve both knowledge advancement and societal needs.