Mariana Baruco Machado Andraus is a distinguished Associate Professor at the Department of Performing Arts of the University of Campinas (Unicamp), located in Brazil. Her expertise lies in contemporary dance, where she delves into the creative processes that intertwine both Western and Eastern dance techniques. With a passion for the performing arts, Mariana dedicates herself to exploring the rich tapestry of global dance traditions, seeking to understand and convey the nuanced expressions found within different cultural contexts.