– PhD (4-year degree) in Biology (Ecology and Biosystematics). Thesis: “Mechanisms Underlying the Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) – Weevils (Neochetina bruchi and N. eichhorniae) – Microsporidia (Microsporidium sp.) Association: its Importance on Integrated Pest Management Strategies.” University of Lisbon. With higher distinction. 2003
– MSc (3-year degree) in Integrated Pest Management. Thesis: “Estudo das cigarrinhas verdes da vinha (Homoptera, Cicadellidae) numa perspectiva de protecção integrada: biologia, ecologia e estratégias de luta”, Technical University of Lisbon. With 19 values/20. 1994
– Graduation (4-year degree) in Biology. Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon. With 16 values/20. 1986
– Graduation (4-year degree) in Chinese Tradicional Medicine. Dr. Pedro Choy School of Chinese Medicine and Portuguese Association of Acupuncture and Associated Disciplines. With 15 values/20. 2007
- Integrated Pest Management (with particular emphasis on biological control)
- Forensic Entomology
- Entomology (integrated taxonomy)
- Scientific Outreach