Aurelio Muzaurieta, an RLL concentrator, has been doing research on the Zika virus in Recife and other cities. His work was recently featured on national news in Brazil! Here is the link to the interview - “Bom dia Pernambuco".

Aurelio's research aims to identify the communication methods used in campaigns to control the Zika Virus as the country prepares to host the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He writes, “Without the outstanding support of my RLL advisors and professors, and of course excellent preparation in Portuguese language, I wouldn’t be able to do my research. A special thanks to my faculty sponsor Dr. Viviane Gontijo. I look forward to sharing my experiences and findings when I return!"

For more information on Aurelio's experience and research in Brazil, check out his blog.