Sylvie Da Graça
About Sylvie Da Graça
Sylvie Da Graça is a Software Engineer specializing in data management at Diamond Light Source, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a PhD in Physics Engineering and has extensive experience in research and software engineering, including previous roles at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics and Instituto Superior Técnico.
Work at Diamond Light Source
Sylvie Da Graça has been employed at Diamond Light Source since 2016, serving as a Software Engineer specializing in data management. In this role, she contributes to the development and maintenance of software systems that manage data generated by the facility's advanced scientific instruments. She previously worked at Diamond Light Source from 2014 to 2016 as a Software Engineer focused on data acquisition, gaining valuable experience in the operational aspects of data handling in a scientific context.
Education and Expertise
Sylvie Da Graça holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physics Engineering from Universidade de Coimbra. She furthered her education at Instituto Superior Técnico, where she earned a Master's Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Her academic journey culminated in a PhD in Physics Engineering from IST, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. This strong educational background supports her expertise in software engineering and data management within scientific research.
Background
Before her current role, Sylvie Da Graça worked as a Visiting Scientist at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics from 2001 to 2013. During this 12-year tenure, she engaged in research that contributed to advancements in plasma physics. Additionally, she served as a Researcher at Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon, Portugal, from 2001 to 2013, where she focused on various projects related to her field of study.
Professional Experience
Sylvie Da Graça's professional experience spans over two decades, with significant roles in both research and software engineering. Her work at Diamond Light Source includes two distinct positions, first in data acquisition and currently in data management. This progression highlights her adaptability and growth within the organization. Her earlier experience at the Max Planck Institute and Instituto Superior Técnico further solidifies her extensive background in scientific research and software development.