José R. P. Sousa is a Professor Associado at the Universidade Estadual do Maranhão (UEMA), affiliated with the Curso de Zootecnia. He holds a doctorate in Zoology with a focus on Conservation and Ecology.
He has contributed to research on Amazonian biodiversity, including studies examining gaps in scientific knowledge and the influence of accessibility on research efforts regarding Amazonian species. His work includes co-authorship on publications addressing ecological topics in the region, such as a 2026 study published in a Royal Society journal.