Dr. Anna Cecilia Trolesi Reis Borges Costa, Federal University of Lavras, Brazil
Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa, born on April 5, 1991, is a Brazilian veterinarian with a strong focus on epidemiology. She earned her Ph.D. in Veterinary Sciences from Universidade Federal de Lavras (UFLA) in 2024, with research exploring bovine brucellosis surveillance and control in Minas Gerais. Anna’s career spans a range of professional experiences, including working as a small animal clinician, a volunteer teacher in epidemiology, and a visiting professor at Brazilian universities. She is recognized for her extensive research in veterinary epidemiology and public health, particularly in zoonotic diseases like leptospirosis and brucellosis. Her contributions to the field are supported by multiple grants, including the prestigious CNPq Postdoctoral Abroad Scholarship. Currently, she continues her work internationally, with a focus on advancing veterinary science and public health.
Professional Profile
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Assessment of Suitability for the “Research for Best Researcher Award”
Dr. Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa’s exceptional academic and professional journey demonstrates her strong eligibility for the “Research for Best Researcher Award.” Her contributions to veterinary sciences, with a focus on epidemiology, public health, and infectious disease control, align with the criteria of groundbreaking research and societal impact.
Dr. Costa has a robust academic background, completing her PhD in Veterinary Sciences at the Universidade Federal de Lavras in 2024, with international collaborations at the University of Illinois and the University of Prince Edward Island. Her thesis on risk-based bovine brucellosis surveillance and control highlights her innovative approach to addressing critical challenges in veterinary public health. Complementing this, her Master’s dissertation focused on a “One Health” approach to leptospirosis, showcasing her commitment to interdisciplinary research that integrates animal, human, and environmental health.
Education
Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa’s educational journey includes a series of distinguished academic accomplishments. She holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Sciences from Universidade Federal de Lavras (2024), where her thesis focused on “Risk-based bovine brucellosis surveillance and control.” This was pursued during a collaborative period at the University of Illinois. Anna also completed her Master’s in Veterinary Sciences at UFLA in 2020, researching “Epidemiology of leptospirosis in humans and unowned dogs,” which emphasized the One Health approach. She received several prestigious grants throughout her academic career, including from CAPES and the Canadian Government for further specialization in epidemiology at the University of Prince Edward Island in 2022. Anna completed her undergraduate degree in Veterinary Medicine at UFLA in 2014. Her academic background has laid a strong foundation for her work in epidemiology and public health.
Professional Experience
Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa’s professional journey includes several roles in the field of veterinary science, with a particular focus on epidemiology. From 2019 to 2024, she served as a volunteer teacher in epidemiology and public health at UFLA. In 2021, she expanded her teaching experience as a visiting professor at both Universidade Federal de Alfenas and Universidade Santo Amaro in Brazil. Anna also worked as a government employee in Três Corações, Brazil, offering specialized technical services as a small animal clinician and at a local shelter. Her clinical expertise was further honed through her roles at Recanto Animal and Bicho Chic Veterinary Clinic, where she worked with small animals. Additionally, Anna has gained practical experience in large animal reproduction during her internship at UFLA’s veterinary hospital. Her multidisciplinary experience makes her an invaluable contributor to both education and clinical veterinary practice.
Awards and Recognition
Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa has been recognized for her outstanding academic and professional contributions to veterinary science and epidemiology. Her most notable accolade is the CNPq Postdoctoral Abroad Scholarship, which enabled her to pursue further studies in veterinary science. Additionally, she has received multiple grants, including funding from CAPES (Brazil) and the Canadian Government for her specialization in epidemiology. Anna’s research in veterinary epidemiology, particularly in zoonotic diseases, has earned her several citations in international journals. Her work in the prevention and control of bovine brucellosis and leptospirosis in public shelters has been pivotal to advancing veterinary public health. Anna’s efforts in epidemiology education, research, and fieldwork have made her a respected figure in the veterinary community, and her expertise continues to be recognized by academic institutions and scientific bodies worldwide.
Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa’s research skills are rooted in her extensive training in veterinary science, epidemiology, and public health. She excels in data analysis and epidemiologic modeling, crucial for assessing and controlling zoonotic diseases. Her research expertise spans a wide range of subjects, from molecular biology and microbiology to collective health. Anna has developed robust research methodologies, including spatiotemporal analysis and network analysis, to assess disease outbreaks and health risks. Her ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and surveillance studies is evident in her work on bovine brucellosis and leptospirosis in Brazil. Furthermore, Anna is highly skilled in integrating One Health approaches into her research, which considers the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. Her research has led to significant publications in peer-reviewed journals, demonstrating her aptitude in advancing veterinary epidemiology and contributing valuable knowledge to the scientific community.
Publication Top Notes
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Clinical-epidemiological profile of the canine population in a shelter, Minas Gerais, Brazil, 2019-2020
- Authors: Raisa Abreu Bragança Colocho, Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa, Blenda Araujo Martins Ferreira, Amanda Carvalho Rosado Ferreira, Dircéia Aparecida da Costa Custódio, Carine Rodrigues Pereira, Erika Aparecida Oliveira, Isaac David Pineda Sirias, Sérgio Novais de Melo, Ana Beatriz Barion Souza, et al.
- Citation: Colocho, R.A.B., Costa, A.C.T.R.B., Ferreira, B.A.M., Ferreira, A.C.R., Custódio, D.A.C., Pereira, C.R., Oliveira, E.A., Sirias, I.D.P., Melo, S.N., Souza, A.B.B. (2025). Clinical-epidemiological profile of the canine population in a shelter, Minas Gerais, Brazil, 2019-2020. Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science.
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Resistance Training Improves the Immune Response, Mainly Associated with CD8+ T Lymphocytes and B Lymphocytes, in Mice
- Authors: Fernanda Cristina Pedro, Marina Martins de Oliveira, Rafaella Silva Andrade, Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa, Carine Rodrigues Pereira, Pedro Felipe Rodrigues e Oliveira, Soraia Macari, Cândido Celso Coimbra, Elaine Maria Seles Dorneles, Luciano José Pereira
- Citation: Pedro, F.C., de Oliveira, M.M., Andrade, R.S., Costa, A.C.T.R.B., Pereira, C.R., Rodrigues e Oliveira, P.F., Macari, S., Coimbra, C.C., Dorneles, E.M.S., Pereira, L.J. (2024). Resistance training improves the immune response, mainly associated with CD8+ T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes, in mice. Brazilian Archives of Biology and Technology.
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Network vulnerability of cattle movement in Minas Gerais, Brazil, from 2013 to 2022
- Authors: Anna Cecília Trolesi Reis Borges Costa, Lara Savini, Luciana Faria de Oliveira, Andrey Pereira Lage, Elaine Maria Seles Dorneles, Luca Candeloro
- Citation: Costa, A.C.T.R.B., Savini, L., de Oliveira, L.F., Lage, A.P., Dorneles, E.M.S., Candeloro, L. (2024). Network vulnerability of cattle movement in Minas Gerais, Brazil, from 2013 to 2022.