Evandro Chagas Institute
Evandro Chagas Institute (IEC) is a public health research institution located in Ananindeua, Brazil. It is part of the Brazilian Ministry of Health and is dedicated to the study and control of infectious diseases, environmental health, and occupational health.
History[edit | edit source]
The Evandro Chagas Institute was founded in 1936 by Carlos Chagas, a Brazilian sanitary physician, bacteriologist, and serologist. The institute was named in honor of his son, Evandro Chagas, who was a medical researcher and died in a plane crash in 1940.
Research and Activities[edit | edit source]
The IEC conducts research in various fields of medicine and biology, including virology, parasitology, mycology, and entomology. It also provides diagnostic services and technical support to the Brazilian Ministry of Health and other health institutions in Brazil and abroad.
The institute is known for its work on tropical diseases, particularly those that are prevalent in the Amazon region. It has made significant contributions to the understanding and control of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, and leishmaniasis.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The IEC's facilities include laboratories, a library, and a museum. The museum houses a collection of specimens related to the institute's research, including parasites, insects, and animal models.
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