Dr. Leandro de Lorenco Lima is a performance psychology scientist-practitioner with a passion for combat sports research. Dr. Leandro holds a PhD in Psychology, a MS in Human Movement Sciences, a MBA in Management, and a BS in Physical Education. A former athlete (judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, handball, and volleyball), he also holds a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and a 3rd dan black belt in judo. 

As a scientist Dr. Leandro has contributed to the field through several peer-reviewed publications available on his Google Scholar Profile.