Francisco Vitor Santos da Silva

Dr. Francisco Vitor Santos da Silva is a Senior Lecturer at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland, with a joint appointment between the School of Microbiology and the School of Engineering and Architecture. He holds a PhD from Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg (2017, Summa Cum Laude) and a first-class honours degree from Federal University of Paraná (2012). His research focuses on reducing uncertainty in bioprocess development through hybrid modelling techniques combining first-principles and statistical inference. He has contributed to novel strategies for monoclonal antibody capture and sustainable biopharmaceutical production.

Key academic milestones include a FAPESP postdoctoral fellowship (2018) and leadership roles in the Bernal Bio Labs at University of Limerick. His work has been published in journals like Journal of Chromatography A and supported by grants from FAPESP and CAPES. He actively engages in science communication, including Wikipedia contributions and public outreach events.

Dr. da Silva teaches bioprocess design using modern data-driven approaches and serves as a peer reviewer for multiple journals. His research spans bioprocess optimization, PAT implementation, and sustainable chemical/biotechnological processes for food and pharmaceuticals.

• Education:
  • BSc (Hons) Bioprocess Engineering & Biotechnology, Federal University of Paraná (2012)
  • PhD (Summa Cum Laude), Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg (2017)
• Awards:
  • Top Student of the Year Award, Federal University of Paraná (2012)
  • Summa Cum Laude PhD Distinction (2017)
• Grants:
  • FAPESP Postdoctoral Fellowship (2018)
  • CAPES Brazil grants

His professional activities include organizing international conferences, reviewing PhD funding applications, and advising on industry collaborations. He leads UCC's efforts in integrating cutting-edge simulation tools into bioprocess education and research.