Professor and researcher at Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde, Prof. Dr. Lara Gomez, was sworn in as a member of the Advisory Council of the National Institute of Public Health (INSP) on January 21, 2026.

As coordinator of the Tropical Diseases Research Group – GITPiaget, she now joins a strategic advisory body responsible for supporting the definition of INSP’s general guidelines and contributing to the decisions of its Board of Directors.

This Council brings together representatives from public institutions, regulatory bodies, academia, and health sector professionals, promoting interinstitutional coordination and strengthening public health policies.

UniPiaget’s presence on this body reflects its commitment to scientific research, the advancement of knowledge, and the development of the national health system.