Rafael Ferreira Da Silva
About Rafael Ferreira Da Silva
Rafael Ferreira Da Silva is a Senior Research Scientist with expertise in distributed computing and a leadership role in the Workflows Community Initiative. He currently serves as an Adjunct Research Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California and has been affiliated with Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2021.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Rafael Ferreira Da Silva serves as a Senior Research Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he focuses on advancing research in distributed computing and workflow technologies. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of addressing complex scientific challenges through innovative technology solutions.
Work at University of Southern California
Since 2021, Rafael Ferreira Da Silva has been an Adjunct Research Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California. In this role, he engages in academic research and teaching, contributing to the university's initiatives in computer science and engineering. His involvement enhances the educational experience for students in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.
Education and Expertise
Rafael Ferreira Da Silva holds a PhD from Institut national des Sciences appliquées de Lyon, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. He also earned a Master’s degree from Universidade Federal de Campina Grande between 2008 and 2010, and a Bachelor’s degree from Universidade Federal da Paraíba from 2003 to 2007. His academic background supports his expertise in distributed computing across cloud, grid, HPC, and edge environments.
Leadership in Workflows Community Initiative
Rafael Ferreira Da Silva is the Founder and Executive Director of the Workflows Community Initiative. This platform aims to foster collaboration and innovation in workflow technologies. His leadership role emphasizes the importance of advancing automated workflows, promoting research and development in this critical area.
Professional Associations and Engagement
Rafael Ferreira Da Silva is an active member of professional associations such as IEEE and ACM. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to the scientific and engineering communities, facilitating networking and collaboration among professionals in his field.