Yuri José De Paula

About the Author

Yuri José De Paula is a Brazilian anthropologist and researcher whose work delves into the intersections of culture, health, and social practices in urban environments. With a focus on ethnographic methods, he explores how communities navigate alternative healing modalities amid societal constraints. His seminal book, 'O paciente dedo-verde; uma etnografia sobre o cultivo e consumo de cannabis para fins terapêuticos na cidade do Rio de Janeiro (Portuguese Edition),' offers an intimate portrait of therapeutic cannabis cultivation and consumption in Rio de Janeiro, highlighting the resilience of patients and growers in a context of legal ambiguity. De Paula's scholarship bridges anthropology and public health, advocating for informed policies on medicinal plants. He holds a PhD in Anthropology and contributes to academic journals on ethnobotany and urban ethnographies, enriching discussions on marginalized health practices in Brazil.