Prof Aldo Lopes, UNIFEI – Federal University of Itajubá, Brazil
🧑🏫 Aldo Peres Campos e Lopes is an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Itajubá (UNIFEI) in Itabira, MG, since 2010. He holds a degree in Mathematics (2006), a master’s in Mathematics (2009), and a Ph.D. in Mathematics (2013) from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG). Additionally, he earned a master’s in Mathematical Education (2020) from the Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP). He completed a summer postdoc at the Institute of Pure and Applied Mathematics (IMPA) in Rio de Janeiro (2020) and another in Mathematical Education at UFOP (2022). His research interests include Differential Geometry, Geometric Analysis, and Mathematical Modeling in Higher Education.
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Education
🎓 Aldo Peres Campos e Lopes pursued his academic journey at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), where he earned a degree in Mathematics in 2006, a master’s in Mathematics in 2009, and a Ph.D. in Mathematics in 2013. He furthered his expertise with a professional master’s in Mathematical Education from the Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP) in 2020. He also undertook summer postdoctoral research at the Institute of Pure and Applied Mathematics (IMPA) in Rio de Janeiro in 2020, and another postdoc in Mathematical Education at UFOP in 2022. His academic pursuits have significantly contributed to his teaching and research in Differential Geometry, Geometric Analysis, and Mathematical Modeling in Higher Education.
Experience
👨🏫 Aldo Peres Campos e Lopes has been an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Itajubá (UNIFEI), Itabira campus, since 2010. He has extensive experience teaching undergraduate Mathematics courses for Engineering programs. He has participated in numerous research projects, including camera calibration based on interval algebra and mathematical modeling in differential equations education. His roles have included functional management and project participation at various institutes, including the Institute of Pure and Applied Sciences (IPCA) and the Federal Center for Technological Education of Minas Gerais (CEFET-MG). His professional journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing mathematical education and research.
Awards and Honors
🏅 Aldo Peres Campos e Lopes has been recognized for his contributions to mathematical education and research. In 2023, he received an honorable mention for guiding a scientific initiation project at UNIFEI. He was also honored in 2006 by the Institute of Pure and Applied Mathematics (IMPA) for his work in mathematical modeling, highlighting his dedication to fostering critical mathematical consciousness. These accolades underscore his commitment to academic excellence and innovative research in mathematics and education.
Research focus
🔍 Aldo Peres Campos e Lopes focuses his research on Differential Geometry, Geometric Analysis, and Partial Differential Equations. He has a particular interest in the auto-calibration of cameras and mathematical modeling in higher education. His work often explores the application of interval algebra in camera calibration, providing greater accuracy even with corrupted data. Additionally, he investigates the integration of mathematical modeling into engineering education, aiming to enhance teaching methods and foster a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts among students.
Publication Top Notes
Mathematical modelling: a methodology favourable to the manifestation of critical mathematics consciousness”
“Contrapondo a ideologia da certeza por meio do conhecimento reflexivo na modelagem matemática”
“Countering the ideology of certainty through reflective knowledge in mathematical modeling”
“Advanced algebraic thinking processes in students’ modelling activities”
“Critical consciousness in engineering education: going beyond critical thinking in mathematical modeling”