He completed his academic journey with notable achievements. In 2018, he earned his PhD in Economics from the Federal University of Pernambuco in Recife, Brazil. His doctoral thesis titled “Crime and Income in Brazil” focused on analyzing the correlation between crime rates and income levels in Brazil, employing Spatial Econometrics techniques. Under the guidance of Tatiane de Almeida Menezes, he conducted extensive research in the field of Applied Microeconomics, particularly in the realm of collective services provided by public administration concerning security and public order, including civil defense. Prior to his doctoral studies, he obtained his Master’s degree in Economics from the Federal University of Bahia in Salvador, Brazil, in 2001. His master’s thesis, supervised by José Carrera Fernandez, explored the economics of crime, utilizing time series analysis for the Greater São Paulo Police Region. During his master’s studies, he was supported by a scholarship from the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Mackenzie Presbyterian University in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where his undergraduate research focused on the concession of public services in Brazil during the 1990s under the guidance of Pedro Correia. Prior to his university education, he completed his secondary education at Rodrigues Alves School and elementary education at State School Profa Mildre Alvares Biaggi, both located in Brazil.