Denise Silva
About Denise Silva
Denise Silva is a Senior R&D Staff member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in research and development, having held positions as Principal Scientist at WR Grace, GCP Applied Technologies, and Custom Building Products, and has a strong academic background in Materials Science and Civil Engineering.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Denise Silva currently holds the position of Senior R&D Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2021. In this role, she acts as a technical leader for technology and product development, focusing on ensuring quality and speed of commercialization. She manages a group of 20 employees, which includes scientists and technicians, to coordinate research efforts effectively.
Previous Experience at GCP Applied Technologies
Prior to her current role, Denise Silva served as Principal Scientist at GCP Applied Technologies from 2016 to 2019 in Cambridge, MA. During her tenure, she contributed to various research initiatives and technology development projects, leveraging her extensive background in materials science.
Experience at Custom Building Products
Denise Silva worked as Principal Research Scientist at Custom Building Products from 2019 to 2021 in Santa Fe Springs, California. In this position, she focused on advancing research and development efforts within the company, applying her expertise in materials science.
Research Coordination at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
At Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Denise coordinated global research programs to align with business strategy and optimize resources. She developed a highly skilled global team of scientists through effective recruiting and internal training, enhancing the laboratory's research capabilities.
Educational Background in Materials Science and Engineering
Denise Silva has an extensive educational background in materials science and engineering. She achieved her PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina from 1994 to 2001. Additionally, she completed a Post Doc at the University of California, Berkeley from 2003 to 2004, further solidifying her expertise in the field.