Leonardo Melo Lins

I work at the intersection of the digital economy, artificial intelligence adoption, and internet infrastructure, focusing on how data and metrics inform technology policy and strategic decision-making.
I am a Senior Researcher at Cetic.br, where I lead the design, implementation, and analysis of large-scale national surveys on technology adoption by Brazilian companies. My role involves close collaboration with government agencies, regulators, and industry associations, translating empirical evidence into actionable insights for public policy, regulatory frameworks, and digital development strategies.
I hold a PhD and a Master’s degree in Sociology from the Universidade de São Paulo (USP) and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG). I also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Instituto de Estudos Avançados da USP (IEA/USP).
My core interests include the measurement and adoption of artificial intelligence, internet infrastructure and data centers, and the role of evidence and institutions in shaping national and corporate digital strategies.