Born in Brazil, I took an interest in economics through my parents - neither of them economists, yet with a strong passion for the subject. I also hold an avid interest in Physics, Astronomy and History.
After having received my undergraduate degree in Economics from University of Massachusetts, Amherst (hard core socialists, i know!), I worked for Investors Bank & Trust / State Street for two years before enrolling in Boston University, where I received my MA in Economics.
I am currently a PhD student at Trinity College Dublin.