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Luiz Fernando Capretz is a Professor of Software Engineering and former Director of the Software Engineering Program at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Western University. He served as Assistant Dean (IT and e-Learning) until 2019 and held visiting positions at New York University in Abu Dhabi, University of Technology PETRONAS, and University of Sharjah. His academic affiliations include IEEE Senior Membership and ACM Membership.
- Ph.D., Computing Science, Newcastle University, U.K.
- M.Sc., Applied Computing, Institute for Space Research (INPE), Brazil
- B.Sc., Computer Science, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil
Dr. Capretz’s research spans Software Engineering, with a focus on Human Factors, Generative AI applications, Software Testing, and Software Engineering Education. His work emphasizes global collaboration across continents, integrating theoretical and practical approaches to address challenges in software development and management. He has contributed to international research initiatives in IoT, cyber-physical systems, and energy data analytics.
Scientific Awards & Memberships:
- IEEE Senior Member
- ACM Member
- Certified Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada
Dr. Capretz has supervised numerous students and researchers in collaborative projects, particularly during his tenure at Western University. His research partners include institutions in Brazil, China, and France, with sponsorships from organizations like NSERC and Foreign Affairs Canada. He has been actively involved in designing frameworks for IoT systems, blockchain architectures for smart grids, and data analytics solutions for residential energy management.
