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Waldemar Celes Filho is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) and serves as Director of the Tecgraf Institute/PUC-Rio. With a career spanning over three decades, he has established himself as a leading researcher in computer graphics and scientific visualization. His educational background includes a Civil Engineering degree from UFRJ (1986), a Master's in Civil Engineering from PUC-Rio (1990), a Doctorate in Computer Science from PUC-Rio (1995), and postdoctoral studies in Computer Graphics at Cornell University (1995-1997). Dr. Celes Filho's research focuses primarily on Computer Graphics with special emphasis on Scientific Visualization, Numerical Simulation, Distributed Visualization, and Real-Time Rendering. He is particularly known for his work on visualization techniques for black oil reservoir models and as a co-creator of the Lua programming language. His research has resulted in over 50 publications spanning nearly three decades, with consistent output continuing through 2025. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward applying advanced visualization techniques to complex industrial problems, particularly in petroleum engineering and construction informatics. His work bridges theoretical computer graphics with practical applications in engineering domains, showing particular strength in volume rendering, CAD model visualization, and distributed rendering systems. As Director of the Tecgraf Institute, he leads research initiatives that connect academic work with industry applications, fostering collaborations that translate visualization research into practical tools. Dr. Celes Filho has mentored numerous students who have become co-authors on his publications, including Paulo Ivson, Fábio Markus Miranda, and Lucas Caracas de Figueiredo, among others. His work continues to be influential in both academic and industrial settings.
Renato Cotta de Mello is a tenured professor at the COPPEAD Institute of Administration, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). He holds a postdoctoral degree from Ohio University (2010), a PhD in Production Engineering from UFRJ's COPPE (2009), and a master's degree in Business Administration from COPPEAD (1981). He founded and coordinates the Center for Research on Internationalization of Companies (NuPIn) at UFRJ. Education: D.Sc. in Production Engineering (UFRJ), M.Sc. in Business Administration (UFRJ), Postdoctoral (Ohio University) His research focuses on entrepreneurship, strategy, and corporate internationalization, with emphasis on marketing, case studies, and strategic planning. He leads the project 'Didactic-Analytical Simulations: Strategic Uses of Games in Public Defense Management,' involving academic partnerships, collaborative research, and event organization. He serves as the Latin America editor for the journal Academia and has consulted for FAPERJ.
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Adriano Francisco Branco is a Tenured Professor in the Computer Science Department at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). He also serves as a researcher and mentor in technological innovation programs, with affiliations to initiatives like ExACTa, Gist LabLua, and Tecgraf at PUC-Rio. PhD in Computer Science (2015) and Master's in Computer Science (2011) from PUC-Rio Bachelor's in Electronic Engineering from CEFET/RJ (1992) His research focuses on bridging distributed systems, IoT, wireless sensor networks, embedded systems, and data science, with emphasis on practical applications in industrial and energy sectors. He leads projects in collaboration with oil & gas and telecommunications companies, integrating energy harvesting and edge AI techniques. Key scientific recognition includes the FAPERJ Excellence Award (Grade 10) .
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Clarissa Maria de Almeida Barbosa is an Associate Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) in the Computer Science Department. She holds a Master's and Doctorate in Computer Science from PUC-Rio, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Semiotic Engineering. With 14 years of industry experience leading IT departments and multidisciplinary projects, she bridges academic research and technological innovation through programs like ExACTa-FIT, which she coordinates. Education: Master's in Management, University of Manchester (UK) Master's and Doctorate in Computer Science, PUC-Rio (HCI/Semiotic Engineering) Her research emphasizes collaborative systems design and semiotic frameworks for HCI. She mentors students in the ExACTa-FIT program, fostering university-industry partnerships with Americanas SA, and teaches the undergraduate INF1403 course on Human-Computer Interaction.
Claudia Affonso Silva Araujo is a Professor at the COPPEAD Graduate School of Business , Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), and serves as Coordinator of the Center for Studies in Health Services Management (CES-COPPEAD/UFRJ) . She was a visiting researcher at the University of Maryland – Robert Smith School of Business in 2004 and has expertise in Health Services Management, Service Operations , and Design Thinking . Education : M.Sc. (1996) and D.Sc. (2005) in Business Administration from COPPEAD/UFRJ; B.Sc. in Economics (1993) from PUC/RJ Certifications : MIT Sloan School of Management (Business Design for Digital Transformation), IDEO University (Human-Centered Systems Thinking, AI applied to Design Thinking), LEGO Serious Play facilitator Her research focuses on healthcare management , operations optimization , and innovation in health services , combining methodologies like Design Thinking with operational strategies. She has published in journals including Health Care Management Science , Service Industries Journal , and Cadernos de Saúde Pública , and serves on editorial boards for Journal of Business Administration (RAE), Journal of Operations and Supply Chain Management (JOSCM), and IMED . Scientific Awards : CNPq Research Productivity Scholarship (2018, 2022) FAPERJ Scientist of Our State (2022) She has participated in national and international conferences and consulting projects related to health service design and operational efficiency in healthcare systems, including collaborations on CT scanner accessibility in Baixada hospitals.
Denise Lima Fleck is a Full Professor of Strategic Management, Growth, and Organizational Change at COPPEAD Graduate School of Business (Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro) and holds a PhD in Management from McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management. Her work focuses on sustainable corporate growth and responsible leadership. PhD in Management (McGill University, Canada) M.Sc. in Business Administration (COPPEAD/UFRJ) B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (PUC/RJ) Her research program on Corporate Growth and Healthy Organizational Longevity developed the Panoramic Approach to Strategic Management , emphasizing responsible leadership to balance organizational, individual, and societal well-being. Over 20 years, this program studied 60+ organizations across sectors. She contributes to international research (including the MINE Project on Innovation Management) and teaches courses in Business Strategy, Negotiation, and Sustainability. She has supervised over 50 Master's and Doctoral dissertations, with publications in Brazilian and international scientific journals, books, and conferences. Her work provides actionable frameworks for addressing complex strategic challenges.
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Marcantonio Giuseppe Maria Carlo Fabra is a Tenured Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV), a leading Brazilian university. His work focuses on postgraduate education coordination, technological innovation, and academic mentorship in computer science disciplines. He actively contributes to graduate programs through: Final Project Presentation Schedule organization Postgraduate Defense Presentation Schedule management Graduation coordination Specialization and extension program development Research interests include technological innovation and computer science education. He participates in: Technological Innovation Centers NIT Laboratories Startup incubation initiatives Contact: marcantonio.fabra@fgv.br Visit his academic profile at: Lattes CV Personal Website
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Alberto Barbosa Raposo is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), and a Project Manager at Tecgraf Institute. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , Computer Graphics , and Virtual/Augmented Reality , applied to serious games, energy/oil industry, medicine, entertainment, and accessibility. Coordinates technical-scientific software development projects at Tecgraf Institute Collaborates with companies like Petrobras, Shell, GE, and Embraer Specializes in Image Processing and Computer Vision for medical applications Education: B.Sc., M.Sc., D.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from State University of Campinas (Unicamp) Scientific Awards: CNPq Level 1D Productivity Grant Laboratory & Industry Applications: Tecgraf Institute for Technical-Scientific Software Development
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Marcos Kalinowski is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), where he has served as a faculty member since 2017. He is the co-founder and coordinator of the ExACTa PUC-Rio laboratory, General Chair of the International Conference on Software Engineering (ICSE) 2026, and Associate Editor of the Journal of Systems and Software. His academic affiliations also include membership on the steering committees of ICSE and the Ibero-American Conference on Software Engineering (CIbSE), as well as being a Senior Advisor and Lead Appraiser for the Brazilian Software Quality Program (MPS.BR). Dr. Kalinowski earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Software Engineering from COPPE/UFRJ under advisor Guilherme Travassos, and his B.Sc. in Computer Science from UFRJ. His academic career includes previous faculty positions at Fluminense Federal University (UFF) from 2014-2017 and the Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF) from 2012-2014. His research focuses on bridging software engineering and data science, with particular emphasis on developing reliable and maintainable AI/ML systems through rigorous engineering practices. His work addresses critical challenges in requirements engineering for ML-enabled systems, investigating how to effectively specify quality attributes and functional requirements for complex AI applications. His research on software process and product quality emphasizes agile methods adapted to modern data-intensive development contexts. Through experimental software engineering approaches, he validates these methods through empirical studies in both academic and industrial settings. His work has significantly contributed to establishing Software Engineering for Data Science as a distinct discipline, including creating Brazil's first extension course on the subject in 2021. His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on the intersection of software engineering and artificial intelligence, with recent work addressing technical debt in ML systems, requirements engineering for AI, and lean methodologies for industry-academia collaboration. His research shows a clear trajectory toward making AI development more systematic, reliable, and aligned with software engineering best practices, evidenced by his over 160 scientific publications and multiple books including the Jabuti Acadêmico award-finalist 'Engenharia de Software para Ciência de Dados' (2023). Dr. Kalinowski has received numerous prestigious awards including: CNPq Research Productivity Grant (Level 1D, 2024-2028) FAPERJ Scientist of Rio de Janeiro State Distinction (2024) Multiple best paper awards at international conferences including SWQD 2025 and CAIN 2024 Recognition as advisor of multiple award-winning Ph.D. and M.Sc. theses SBES 2024 Advisor of the Best Brazilian Software Engineering Ph.D. Thesis As an academic leader, Dr. Kalinowski has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, many of whom have received national awards for their research. He has secured significant research funding from Brazilian Research Council (CNPq) and Rio State Agency (FAPERJ), as well as industry collaborations with major organizations including CEPEL, Eletrobras, Galp, Petrobras, and Stone. His laboratory, ExACTa PUC-Rio, has established successful industry partnerships through its Lean R&D approach, creating a robust pipeline between research and practical application. Dr. Kalinowski leads the ExACTa PUC-Rio laboratory which focuses on applying lean R&D methodologies to industry-academia collaboration projects. He also created and coordinates PUC-Rio's specialization courses in Software Engineering and Full Stack Development through CCEC PUC-Rio, demonstrating his commitment to bridging academic research with industry needs. His leadership in bringing ICSE 2026 to Brazil represents a significant milestone for the software engineering community in Latin America.
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Marcus Poggi is an Associate Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), specializing in Computer Science with research emphases on Computational Theory, Optimization, and Automatic Reasoning. His work extends to Industrial Automation, Decision Support Systems, Operations Research, and Algorithm Analysis, conducted in collaboration with the Galgos laboratory and ExACTa Greyhounds. Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics (Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal, 1993), Master's in Electrical Engineering (PUC-Rio, 1988), Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (PUC-Rio, 1983) Grants: CNPq Productivity Grant Level 1C Contact: Room 421 RDC, +55 21 3527-1500 ext. 4339 His research integrates theoretical and applied approaches to solve complex industrial and operational challenges. Academic profiles are available on Google Scholar, DBPL, and ORCID.
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Paulo Ivson Netto Santos is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) and serves as a project manager at the Tecgraf Institute. His work bridges academic research and industrial application across Oil and Gas, Civil Construction, Manufacturing, and Logistics sectors. Educational background: Bachelor's in Computer Engineering (2006, PUC-Rio) Master's in Computer Science with emphasis on Computer Graphics (2008, PUC-Rio) PhD in Computer Science (2018, PUC-Rio) Research interests span Computer Graphics and Artificial Intelligence , with specialized focus on 3D Visualization, Computational Geometry, and Deep Learning applications. His work integrates Industry 4.0 and Building Information Modeling (BIM) concepts through the Genesis Institute to develop eco-sustainable Digital Twin solutions for construction and asset management. Professional engagements: Tecgraf Institute: Leads R&D&I projects in collaboration with Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Civil Engineering departments Genesis Institute: Drives innovation in digital transformation for industrial lifecycle management Active in startup collaborations and cross-departmental initiatives at PUC-Rio
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Anderson Oliveira da Silva serves as a Tenured Associate Professor II and Technical Consultant at the Department of Computer Science (DI) of Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). He holds dual administrative roles as the university's Information Security Manager and Personal Data Officer. His academic responsibilities span undergraduate Computer Science programs and postgraduate Latu Sensu specializations in Information Systems and Computer Networks. His educational background includes: Computer Engineering degree (1995) from PUC-Rio Master of Science in Computer Science (1999) from PUC-Rio Doctor of Science in Computer Science (2009) from PUC-Rio Professor da Silva specializes in Information Security, Network Administration, Computer Network Performance Analysis, and IoT Security. His research focuses on practical security implementations across network architectures, with emphasis on wireless networks, TCP/IP infrastructure, and secure application systems. He has developed comprehensive course materials covering cryptography, secure communications, authentication techniques, and network defense strategies through multiple handouts and laboratory exercises. His teaching portfolio includes Information Security, Network Administration and Management, Network Security, TCP/IP Architecture, and Operating Systems across various academic programs. He employs a hands-on approach with detailed laboratory practices covering Java security implementations, certificate authorities, and network protocol configurations. Professor da Silva maintains active research collaborations through two primary laboratories: Telemedia Laboratory with Professor Sérgio Colcher, focusing on Information Security and Network Performance Analysis Laboratory for Advanced Collaboration (LAC) and Great Ideas for Small Things Laboratory (GIST) with Professor Markus Endler, specializing in IoT Security As an academic advisor, he has supervised numerous graduate projects since 2003, guiding students through research on intrusion detection systems, firewall technologies, VPN implementations, wireless security, and network management tools. His professional presence includes a personal website (http://www.inf.puc-rio.br/~anderson/), Lattes CV profile, and LinkedIn profile.
Dr. Ariane Cristine Roder Figueira is a full professor at Coppead Graduate School of Business Administration, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). She coordinates the Center for International Business Studies and the Smart Cities Lab, with academic credentials including a Doctorate and Master's in Political Science from the University of São Paulo (USP), specializing in International Relations. Teaching areas: International Politics and Business, Brazilian Political and Cultural Scenario, Internationalization of Companies Research focus: International Business and Politics, Sustainability, Governance and Public Policy Her academic career spans 21 years since 2003, covering undergraduate to doctoral programs. Recent research trends show emphasis on G20 diplomacy, geopolitical impacts of populism, and urban development frameworks. Key scientific contributions: CNPq research group leadership, 2030 Agenda analysis Media engagement: Political commentator for Wall Street Journal, Nikkei, GloboNews, and other international outlets She coordinates UFRJ's Innovation Management outreach projects while maintaining editorial roles in academic publications.
Celso Funcia Lemme is a Professor at the COPPEAD Institute of Administration, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), specializing in Finance and Management Control. With a D.Sc. in Business Administration and an M.Sc. in Production Engineering from UFRJ, he has taught Sustainable Finance, Corporate Sustainability, and Corporate Finance since 1999. PhD in Business Administration (Finance concentration) - UFRJ M.Sc. in Production Engineering (Project Evaluation concentration) - UFRJ Bachelor's in Business Administration - Getúlio Vargas Foundation Bachelor's in Statistics - State University of Rio de Janeiro His research focuses on Sustainable Finance, Corporate Sustainability, and Corporate Finance, with recent media attention on ESG integration, capital allocation strategies, and the role of animal welfare in sustainability frameworks. He has worked extensively in industry sectors such as energy, telecommunications, mining, healthcare, pulp & paper, and finance. He has held leadership roles as President and member of Technical Advisory Boards for international and national organizations, and has provided consulting services in corporate sustainability and business valuation to major companies across diverse industries. His career spans both academia and private sector experience, including General Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis at Suzano Papel e Celulose (formerly Aracruz Celulose) from 1981-1994. Contact: celso@coppead.ufrj.br
