Research Group

Nutritionist with a CNPq scholarship (Junior Postdoctoral Fellowship). PhD in Health Sciences from the Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences at the UFG School of Medicine (2020) and Master in Nutrition and Health from the Postgraduate Program in Nutrition and Health at FANUT/UFG (2016). Specialist in Comprehensive Maternal and Child Health Care at HC/UFG (2013). Currently, she is a professor of the Nutrition course at the Salgado de Oliveira University Center (Goiânia Campus) and works at the Goiás Telehealth Center, linked to UFG. She conducts research in the areas of breast cancer, women's and children's health, and body composition. She has experience in teaching, teaching courses and giving lectures on various topics, as well as supervising undergraduate and extracurricular training students (specialization, master's and doctorate).

Larissa is a nutritionist from PUC/GO, with a postgraduate degree in Clinical Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition from GANEP/SP, completed a Multiprofessional Residency in Clinical Nutrition from ESCS/SES/DF and a Master's degree in Health Sciences from UFG/GO. Larissa worked as a clinical nutritionist and internship supervisor at the Araújo Jorge Cancer Hospital, Goiânia (ACCG/HAJ) until moving to Australia. In Australia, she completed her PhD in Public Health (full PhD) at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, where she had the experience of being an assistant professor in undergraduate courses in nutrition and a master's degree in public health: Community Public Health Nutrition, Understanding Population Nutrition and Nutrition and Health. During her time in Australia, Larissa also worked as a Data Analyst at the Queensland State Cancer Registry, coding and analyzing population-based breast cancer data. Larissa has been working in breast cancer research since 2014, covering topics such as body composition, dietary intake, biomarkers, treatment and optimal care pathway, survival and recurrence. Her current research focuses on breast cancer and the intestinal microbiome in the laboratory of Professor João Felipe Mota. Larissa loves to travel and explore new places. Watching a movie while enjoying a glass of wine is also one of her hobbies. Larissa doesn't drink coffee, but she loves going to coffee shops to try homemade treats.

She has a degree in Nutrition; specialization in Clinical and Hospital Nutrition and a Master's degree in Nutrition and Health from the Faculty of Nutrition (FANUT/UFG). She is currently a PhD student in the Postgraduate Program in Nutrition and Health at UFG. At Mota Lab, she conducts scientific research focusing on chronic non-communicable diseases, intestinal microbiome and clinical nutrition. She collaborates with researchers from the University of Alberta (Canada), APC Microbiome - University College Cork (Ireland) and the University of Queensland (Australia). Ludimila loves going out with friends and family (all kinds of outings! lol), traveling (especially the beach) and going to music festivals/concerts.

Nutritionist graduated from the Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM). She has a technical degree in Electrotechnics integrated with High School from the Federal Institute of Goiás (IFG) – Goiânia Campus (2015). She served as Vice-President of the University League of Nutrition and Food (LUNA) between 2023 and 2024. She has practical experience in Clinical Nutrition, Public Health and Nutritional Education, with emphasis on her work at the UFTM Child and Adolescent Nutritional Care Clinic and at the NGO Laço Azul, focused on serving people with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She participated in research and extension projects, including studies on the consumption of sweeteners in pregnant women with diabetes, with presentations at scientific conferences and symposia. She is recognized for academic awards and for her work as a monitor and organizer of scientific events, demonstrating her commitment to technical and human development in the area of Nutrition. She is currently a master's student in the Postgraduate Program in Nutrition and Health at the Federal University of Goiás (PPGNUT/UFG), with a research area focused on the study of the intestinal microbiome. She is developing a dissertation project entitled: "Effects of unprocessed meat consumption and fiber intake on the intestinal microbiota and cardiovascular risk markers in healthy adults: a randomized clinical trial." In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching series, cooking while listening to music and a good wine. She also enjoys traveling, horseback riding and attending country music shows.

I am an 8th-year Nutrition student at FANUT/UFG and currently participate in several academic and extension initiatives. I am a Scientific Initiation scholarship holder for the Postgraduate Program in Nutrition (PPGNUT/UFG), within the Obesity Study Group (GEO). I am also a member of the Academic Diabetes League (LAD), linked to the UFG School of Medicine, and I am the events director for the ALERE Junior Nutrition Company. In addition, I am a member of the MotaLab microbiota study group, where I develop research and extension activities, such as scientific presentations and tests for the production of lunch boxes for volunteers in an ongoing study. Outside of academia, I enjoy spending my free time on the farm, fishing, reading good books or simply relaxing. Cooking, especially cakes and desserts, is one of my favorite ways to clear my mind. I also love running in the park whenever I can.

Undergraduate student in Nutrition at the Federal University of Goiás (UFG). Member of the Academic League of Diabetes and Endocrinology of the UFG School of Medicine. I work on research projects in the area of cancer (theme of the TCC). I have two years of experience in Scientific Initiation with a focus on Affirmative Actions, supervised by Professor Andrea Sugai. I participated in the extension project “User Experience” in maternity hospitals. Currently, I am part of the research group in the area of Intestinal Microbiota and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, where I am responsible for marketing, support in extension projects and also work directly in research activities. In my leisure time, I like to be in good company, travel, watch movies and series and be with my family.

Undergraduate student in Nutrition at Universidade Salgado de Oliveira, currently in the penultimate period of the course. She works as an intern in the Food and Nutrition Unit (UAN), focusing on quality control, menu planning, application of good handling practices and support for the management of operational processes. In 2024, I participated in a project carried out by the college called Golden August, which contributed to the collection of glass jars destined for donation to the milk bank. This action resulted in the publication of an experience report at the Brazilian Nutrition Congress (Conbran), held in São Paulo, co-authored by colleagues from the undergraduate program. She is currently part of an extension project at the UFG School of Nutrition (Fanut), where she actively contributes to biweekly meetings, conversation circles, discussion of scientific articles and recipe testing focused on the group's line of research. I have a special interest in research, which motivates my continuous search for learning, innovation and deepening of topics such as intestinal microbiota, collective nutrition and nutritional strategies aimed at public health and individualized care. Something personal: I love learning new things, especially when they involve creative challenges, such as cooking. I deeply value character, purpose, principles and faith. My faith is the foundation that guides my choices and shapes who I am, both in my personal and professional life. I believe that knowledge should be at the service of good, and that caring for others is also an act of love and responsibility.

Undergraduate student in Nutrition at the Federal University of Goiás (UFG), member of the Tutorial Education Program of the Nutrition Course (PETNUT - UFG) and member of the Academic League of Diabetes and Endocrinology of the School of Medicine of the same institution. She is also a full-time member of the Brazilian Diabetes Society and participates in the extension project “Diabetes Education Everywhere”. She works as a research assistant in the project “Determining the clinical effects of an anti-inflammatory diet of microbiome restoration (RESTORE) in patients with type 2 diabetes using a strictly controlled nutritional intervention study”. She has one published work and another presented at a scientific event, both with themes focused on nutritional education: “Workshop on the degree of processing and integral use of grapes” and the expanded summary “Exploring the microbial world: educational extension action for schoolchildren”. She develops practical activities related to Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, such as carbohydrate counting workshops and nutritional guidance at the outpatient clinic of Hospital das Clínicas - UFG, under the supervision of Professor. Dr. Rosana de Morais Borges Marques, in addition to participating in research, teaching and extension activities with PETNUT – UFG. She values time with her family, enjoys experiencing new things, visiting different places and enjoying a good meal. In her free time, she enjoys playing futsal and spending the afternoons in parks.

I am a member of the research group supervised by Prof. Dr. João Felipe Mota, participating in study meetings, future recipe testing practices — currently developed as a fundamental part of his new nutritional intervention study — and supporting other demands related to the project. I am a person with a great interest in activities that promote self-development and the expansion of cultural repertoire. I enjoy reading about psychology and self-knowledge, in the physical field, I practice Krav Magá and I cultivate the habit of watching series and documentaries that address diverse topics, stimulating reflection and critical thinking. Art occupies a special place in my routine: I enjoy concerts, choro circles and, whenever possible, I actively participate by playing the transverse flute.