Lucas Vieira
I'm Data Scientist
About
Data scientist and engineer with a Ph.D. in Agronomy, a Master's in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, and currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Data Science and Information Technology. I bring expertise in advanced analytics, data engineering, and web development, specializing in scalable data pipelines, large-scale data integration, and AI-driven solutions. Currently, I work as a Data Science Analyst in the Forests, Land Use, and Agriculture Program at WRI Brasil, where I design and implement data engineering solutions. As part of the Data & Monitoring Management team, I focus on organizing, processing, and analyzing complex geospatial and tabular datasets to develop innovative tools and methodologies that support data-driven decision-making in forest restoration, sustainable land use, and environmental monitoring. I am responsible for developing and maintaining APIs and ETL pipelines optimized for geospatial data processing.
- Areas of Interests: Science • Technology • Education • Mathematics • Biostatistics • Predictive Modeling • Databases • Big Data • Machine Learning • Artificial Intelligence • Programming • Web Development • Web Scraping • Data Mining & Structuring • Geoprocessing • Dashboard & Report • Experimental Design & Statistics • Soil-Plant-Atmosphere Experiments
- Programming Languages: Python • R • SAS • IML • SQL • Bash • VBA • PHP • Perl • Java • C/C++ • HTML • CSS • JavaScript
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Database
Management Systems: PostgreSQL/PostGIS • MySQL • MariaDB • SQLite • MongoDB - Technologies & Tools: Linux • Windows • Git • GIS • APIs • GeoServer • Django • Flask • Node.js • Angular • Nginx • Apache • Cloud Computing • Machine Learning • MatLab • PowerBI • Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) • LaTeX • ViM
- Languages: English • Portuguese
Education
I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Data Science and Information Technology at the Universidade Virtual do Estado de São Paulo (Univesp), with a strong focus on data engineering, artificial intelligence, large-scale data processing, and full-stack web development. I completed a Ph.D. in Agronomy at the Universidade Estadual Paulista (Unesp), specializing in linear mixed models applied to agricultural and biological experiments, with an emphasis on how different covariance structures influence estimator precision and accuracy. I also earned a Master's degree in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences from the University of Arkansas (UARK) in the United States, with research focused on improving winter wheat productivity through genetic improvement and fertilization strategies. Additionally, I hold a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences from the Universidade Estadual Vale do Acaraú, where I specialized in crop production in semi-arid agroecosystems.
Bachelor's Degree in Data Science and Information Technology
2022 –2026 | São Paulo - Brazil
Virtual University of the State of São Paulo (Univesp)
Courses: Basic Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Algorithms and Computer Programming I, Algorithms and Computer Programming II, Calculus I, Internet and Web Fundamentals, Mathematical Foundations for Computing, Introduction to Computing Concepts, Statistics and Probability, Data Structures, Professional Training in Computing, Object-Oriented Programming and Computer Systems, Statistics and Probability, Innovation Management and Product Development, Object-Oriented Programming, Databases, Calculus II, Web Development, Introduction to Data Science, Integrative Computing Project I and II, Statistical Modeling and Inference, Software Engineering, Analytical Geometry and Linear Algebra, Data Mining.Ph.D. in Agronomy
2017 – 2021 | São Paulo - Brazil
São Paulo State University (Unesp)
Fellowship: National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).
Courses: Applied Mathematics, Experimental Statistics, Regression Analysis, Experimental Statistics Programming in SAS, Biometry Applied to Genetics, Biometric Models in Plant Breeding, Plant Breeding, Soil Fertility, Fertilization in Horticultural Crops, Agronomic Experiment Analysis, Oilseed Crop Cultivation and Breeding, Rice Cultivation, Stress and Water Relations in Cultivated Plants, Science and Technology in Potato Production, Seed Production and Technology.Master’s Degree in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences
2014 – 2016 | Arkansas – United States
University of Arkansas (UARK)
Fellowship: National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CAPES).
Courses: Principles of Experimentation, Experimental Design, Advanced Crop Science, Soil Fertility, Advanced Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition, Crop Physiology, Plant Genetic Engineering, Advanced Plant Breeding, Grammar through Editing, Academic Writing, Scientific Presentations, Research Writing for STEM.Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences
2010 – 2014 | Ceará - Brazil
State University of Vale do Acaraú (UVA)
Fellowship: National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).
Courses: Cell Biology, Ethics, Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Science, Technical English, Portuguese Language, Scientific Research Methodology, Laboratory Methods and Techniques, General Chemistry I, Biostatistics, Professional Ethics and Legislation, Physics for Biological Sciences, Applied Mathematics for Biology, Soil Science, Complementary Activities, Fundamentals of Phycology and Mycology, Geology and Paleontology, Animal Histology and Embryology, Organic Chemistry, Biophysics, Molecular Biology, General Biochemistry, Cryptogamic Botany, Supervised Research Internship, Invertebrate Zoology, Human Anatomy, Phanerogamic Botany, Experimental Statistics, Genetics and Evolution, General Microbiology, Practical Molecular Biology, Chordate Zoology, General Ecology, Environmental Education, Human Physiology, Topics in Health, Animal Physiology, Plant Physiology, Undergraduate Final Project.High School
2006 – 2008 | Ceará - Brazil
Farias Brito Educational Organization
Experience
Data Science Analyst
Jul 2024 - on going | São Paulo - Brazil
World Resources Institute (WRI Brasil)
As a Data Science Analyst in the Forests, Land Use, and Agriculture Program at WRI Brasil, I design and implement data engineering solutions within the Data & Monitoring Management team. My work focuses on organizing, processing, and analyzing complex geospatial and tabular datasets to develop innovative tools and methodologies that support data-driven decision-making in forest restoration, sustainable land use, and environmental monitoring. I am responsible for developing and maintaining APIs and ETL pipelines optimized for geospatial data processing. This includes designing spatial models, conducting advanced analyses, and optimizing PostgreSQL/PostGIS queries for performance enhancement. I work extensively with various governmental databases, including SICAR, MMA, FUNAI, PRODES, GFW, SIGEF/INCRA, and IBGE, ensuring effective data integration and usage. Additionally, I build scalable REST APIs to facilitate real-time geospatial data access and integration across different platforms. My expertise in GeoServer, GIS technologies, and advanced Python programming—leveraging libraries such as GeoPandas, Shapely, Rasterio, and Fiona—enables me to develop efficient and robust geospatial solutions.Data Analyst
Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 | Ceará - Brazil
Doce Barreira - MBM Comércio de Doces e Frutas LTDA
I worked as a Data Analyst at Doce Barreira, where I was responsible for organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data to support strategic decision-making. My role involved commercial data analysis and modeling, database management, and the development of a management system for inventory, sales, and cash flow. I created dynamic dashboards using Excel/VBA to monitor financial transactions and streamline operations. Additionally, I produced reports and developed tools to automate administrative tasks on a Linux operating system using Python and Bash scripting languages.Data Scientist
Oct 2022 - Jun 2023 | São Paulo - Brazil
Bradesco S/A
I worked as a Data Scientist at Bradesco S/A under the INOVA Talentos Innovation Fellowship. My role focused on developing efficient management strategies and enhancing productivity through data-driven insights. I contributed to the creation of automation tools using programming languages, streamlining workflows and improving operational efficiency. My work involved collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that supported strategic decision-making within the organization.Graduate Research Assistant
Aug 2014 - Jul 2016 | Arkansas - USA
University of Arkansas (UARK)
I worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Arkansas as a CAPES (Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel) Fellow, where I was responsible for designing, managing, and executing field and greenhouse experiments to evaluate crop performance related to nitrogen fertilization and planting dates. I also supported wheat breeding programs by conducting phenotyping, pollination, data collection, harvesting, and performing other tasks related to genetic improvement. My work contributed to enhancing crop productivity and optimizing agronomic practices through rigorous research and data analysis.Research Assistant
Jan 2011 - Dec 2011 | Ceará - Brazil
Vale do Acaraú State University (UVA)
I worked as a Research Assistant at the Vale do Acaraú State University (UVA) as a CNPq (National Council for Scientific and Technological Development) Fellow, where I was responsible for designing, managing, and conducting field and greenhouse experiments to evaluate the potential of native species for agroforestry systems. My work included assessing carbon stock in pioneer areas of secondary succession within the Caatinga biome of the Ceará Sertão. I also contributed to the production, collection, evaluation, and storage of seeds from woody and forage species native to the Caatinga. Additionally, I played a key role in the restoration and sustainable pastoral management of degraded areas on Planosol and Luvisol soils in the municipality of Irauçuba, Northern Sertão of Ceará.Graduate Research Assistant
Aug 2017 - Jul 2021 | São Paulo - Brazil
São Paulo State University (UNESP)
I worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at São Paulo State University (UNESP) as a CNPq (National Council for Scientific and Technological Development) Fellow, where I was responsible for designing and analyzing data from agronomic and biological experiments using mixed linear models. My work included estimating genetic parameters and genotypic values in unbalanced mixed linear models through multiple imputation and maximum likelihood estimation. I also developed covariance structures for genetic breeding programs and contributed as a research and teaching assistant. My experience involved advanced statistical modeling, experimental design, and collaboration in academic and research settings.Professor
Aug 2021 - Dec 2021 | Ceará - Brazil
M-Educar College (FAMED/EAD)
I worked as a postgraduate-level professor in a distance education program, teaching the courses "Education and Technology" and "Trends in Biological Sciences Education." My role involved developing course materials, delivering lectures, and engaging students in a virtual learning environment to enhance their understanding of educational technology and current trends in teaching biological sciences.Research Assistant
Aug 2013 - Jul 2014 | Ceará - Brazil
Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA)
I worked as a Research Assistant at EMBRAPA as a CNPq (National Council for Scientific and Technological Development) Fellow, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices and soil management in the Semi-Arid region. My work involved the production and performance evaluation of organic compost derived from residues of small ruminant production and slaughter in the cultivation of maize and Gliricidia. I conducted biometric, biomass, and chlorophyll assessments of maize plants fertilized with organic compost and mineral fertilizers. My role also included evaluating the agronomic use of organic compost and analyzing the chemical alterations in soils under agroforestry and traditional systems managed organically. Additionally, I performed soil and plant sampling and conducted detailed laboratory analyses to support research outcomes.Publications
Maria Diana Melo Araújo, Anaclaudia Alves Primo, Jose Kioma Sousa Fernandes, Lucas Vasconcelos Vieira, Marcus VinÃcius Guimarães Clark, Fernando Lisboa Guedes, Roberto Claudio Fernandes Franco Pompeu, Edvaldo Sagrilo, Henrique Antunes de Souza. Different sources of nitrogen fertilizer in rainfed maize grown in a semiarid environment. Arid Land Research and Management. 38(1), 26–45, 2023.
Lucas V. Vieira; Gabriela N. da Piedade; Maria M. P. Sartori. Parametric Models of Covariance Matrices for Repeated Measures: A Simulation Study on Fit, Error and Statistical Power in Mixed Linear Models. Journal of Agricultural Science Vol. 14, No. 12, 2022.
Primo, A.A.; Melo, M.D.; Vieira, L.V.; Feitosa, T.S.; Pereira, G.A.C.; Guedes, F.L.; Pompeu, R.C.F.F.; Souza, H.A. Avaliação do uso do composto orgânico oriundo de resÃduos da produção e abate de pequenos ruminantes em mudas de gliricÃdia. In: Anais do VIII Congresso Nordestino de Produção Animal (CNPA) Ilheus, Bahia, UFRB/SNPA, 2014.
Pereira, G.A.C.; Meneses, A.J.G.; Primo, A.A.; Melo, M.D.; Vieira, L.V.; Feitosa, T.S.; Pompeu, R.C.F.F.; Souza, H.A. Avaliação nutricional do capim-elefante fertilizado com composto orgânico oriundo de resÃduos da produção e abate de caprinos e ovinos. In: Anais do VIII Congresso Nordestino de Produção Animal (CNPA) Ilheus, Bahia, UFRB/SNPA, 2014.
Melo, M.D.; Primo, A.A.; Vieira, L.V.; Fernandes, J.K.S.; Pereira, G.A.C.; Souza, I.M.A.; Pompeu, R.C.F.F.; Souza, H.A. Parâmetros biométricos e biomassa de milho adubado com composto orgânico oriundo de resÃduos da produção e abate de caprinos e ovinos. In: Anais do VIII Congresso Nordestino de Produção Animal (CNPA). Ilheus, BA, Brasil: UFRB/SNPA, 2014.
Melo, M.D.; Primo, A.A.; Vieira, L.V.; Feitosa, T.S.; Pereira, G.A.C.; Tanigushi, C.A.K.; Souza, H.A. Fração de mineralização do nitrogênio de composto orgânico oriundos de resÃduos da produção e abate de caprinos e ovinos. In: Anais do IX Congresso Nordestino de Produção Animal (CNPA). Ilheus, Bahia, UFRB/SNPA, 2014.
Primo, A.A.; Melo, M.D.; Vieira, L.V.; Feitosa, T.S.; Souza, I.M.A.; Pereira, G.A.C.; Guedes, F.L.; Souza, H. A. Teores de clorofila e Ãndice SPAD em folhas de mudas de gliricÃdia em função da aplicação de diferentes doses de composto orgânico oriundo de resÃduos de pequenos ruminantes. In: Anais do VIII Congresso Nordestino de Produção Animal (CNPA) Ilheus, BA, Brasil: UFRB/SNPA, 2014.
Primo, A.A.; Pereira, G.A.C.; Vieira, L.V.; Melo, M.D.; Feitosa, T.S.; Guedes, F.L.; Pompeu, R.C.F.F.; Souza, H.A. Acúmulo de nutrientes em mudas de gliricidia adubadas com composto orgânico oriundo de resÃduos da produção de pequenos ruminantes. Revista CientÃfica de Produção Animal. v. 16, p. 144-153, 2014.
Vieira, L.V.; Fernandes, J.K.S.; Feitosa, T.S.; Fernandes, F.E.P.; Souza, H.A. Atributos QuÃmicos do Solo em Sistemas Agrossilvipastoris do Semiárido Cearense com a Presença de Fogo. In: Anais do VIII Congresso Nordestino de Produção Animal (CNPA). Sociedade Nordestina de Produção Animal, Fortaleza, v. 8, p. 1-4, CE, Brasil, 2013.
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lucas@lvvieira.com