Specialist in Global Health and Health Regulation, with a Master’s Degree in Development and International Cooperation. Broad experience in regulatory policy, both as regulator in ANVISA and industry, leading or contributing to bilateral and multilateral negotiations, harmonization and convergence initiatives. Specialized knowledge and activities in liaising with government agencies, international and regional organizations, industry and other stakeholders in the area of health regulation. Current role in Roche as Regulatory Policy Lead for Latin America.

Augusto Geyer holds a Pharmacy Degree, a specialization in Sanitary Law, and a Master’s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering. Currently, he serves in the International Affairs Office at ANVISA. He held the position of Head of the Medical Devices Office, where he led strategic initiatives to enhance the regulatory framework for medical devices in Brazil, contributing to the development and implementation of policies to ensure the safety and efficacy of medical devices. Since 2005, he has consistently represented the agency in various international technical working groups and committees. His efforts have been instrumental in aligning Brazil's regulatory practices with global standards and facilitating international cooperation.

Maria Paula offers expert guidance in scientific content development and project management for DIA’s global research partnerships, meetings, and programs. She is dedicated to advancing impactful, patient-centric scientific content that generates evidence to support the integration of innovation in medical product development. She brings experience in public health, patient engagement, and research management. She holds a Master of Science in Health Care Management from Marymount University and a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Bioanalysis from Universidad Industrial de Santander, Colombia.