Carlos Chagas was a Brazilian physician and researcher, born on July 9, 1879. He is best known for discovering the disease known as Chagas disease, which is caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. His work in the early 20th century significantly advanced the understanding of this disease, which primarily affects people in Latin America. In addition to his discovery of Chagas disease, Carlos Chagas made important contributions to the fields of cardiology and tropical medicine. He was also involved in public health initiatives, aiming to improve living conditions and reduce the spread of infectious diseases in Brazil. Chagas passed away on November 8, 1934, leaving a lasting legacy in medical research.