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Research Intern
IUEM, Egas Moniz University - Cooperative of Higher Education, Portugal
Laurinda Simões was a professional architect for several years until she was diagnosed with breast cancer, which made her change her lifestyle and pursue a new bachelor’s degree in nutrition sciences. She is currently a registered dietitian intern, in the research area, with published scientific articles, and dedicates her work to re-shape nutritional and lifestyle habits of cancer patients. She is currently attending a post-graduation on Oncology Nutrition, has additional training in Cooking and Motivational interventions, and occasionally participates, as a speaker, in seminars and congresses.