He pursued a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Brazil, before moving to the United States for further education.After completing his education, Cardoso worked for over a decade at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab), where he led the Electronics Systems Engineering Department.[4] Cardoso also contributed to the development of onboard electronics for NASA satellites and authored numerous technical papers on advanced semiconductor solutions and pixel detectors.Creative Electron is one of the largest U.S. based manufacturers in the field of X-ray inspection, integrating advanced AI and machine learning technologies into its systems to automate and enhance quality control processes.The controversy highlighted ongoing issues of intellectual property misuse in the design and tech industries, bringing significant attention to Creative Electron's X-ray imaging technology.[11] The award, presented at the SEMA Show, recognizes excellence in vehicle engineering and highlights the growing importance of EV technology in the automotive industry.This collaboration provides students with access to cutting-edge X-ray inspection technology, internship opportunities, guest lectures, and hands-on training to prepare them for careers in high-tech industries.