Luiz Eduardo Del-Bem vividly recalls his first encounter with science: at the tender age of six, he discovered a plant fossil. This experience sparked an interest that has only grown over time. Today, as a biologist with a master’s and a Ph.D. in genetics and molecular biology from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), his research offers a glimpse into the past. Through meticulous study, he aims to unveil the ecological landscape of Earth’s colonization by early life forms. In addition to his scientific pursuits, Luiz Eduardo is a musician who plays the piano and the bass. He believes there is a strong connection between music and creativity. Hailing from a farming family, he enjoys helping keep the family farm up-to-date. A culinary enthusiast, he also ventures into the kitchen from time to time. Currently, Luiz Eduardo is a professor in the Department of Genetics at ESALQ, University of São Paulo.