Denis Silva da Silveira - Sustainable Energy Consumption - Best Researcher Award

Federal University of Pernambuco - Brazil

AUTHOR PROFILE

SCOPUS

CURRENT ROLE AND EXPERIENCE

Denis Silva da Silveira is an associate professor in the Department of Management at the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) in northeastern Brazil. With over a decade of experience in the software industry as a developer and consultant, Denis transitioned into academia, where he now focuses on business process management and information systems.

EDUCATION AND POSTDOCTORATE

Denis earned his Ph.D. in Production Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) in 2009, with a dissertation titled "Animare: An Animation Method for Validating the Business Process." He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the New University of Lisbon in 2015/2016, where he developed a reusable business process modeling approach.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Denis’s research interests are diverse and encompass information systems architecture, conceptual modeling, semantic models, user models, and business process management. He is particularly interested in how these areas intersect and enhance organizational efficiency.

INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

Denis is actively involved in international research collaborations and has an extensive publication record. He has authored over 180 papers across journals, conferences, workshops, and book chapters, making significant contributions to the field of information systems and business process management.

EDITORIAL AND PROGRAM COMMITTEES

Denis serves on the editorial boards of several esteemed international journals, including the International Journal of Simulation and Process Modelling, the Journal of Advances in Management Sciences & Information Systems, and the Journal of Comprehensive Business Administration Research. He is also a member of program committees for prominent scientific conferences, such as the International Symposium on Business Modelling and Software Design (BMSD).

AWARDS AND HONORS

Throughout his career, Denis has received numerous accolades. Notably, he secured the Best Paper Award at the 14th International Conference on Computational Science and its Applications (ICCSA 2014) and an Honorable Mention at the 23rd Brazilian Congress of Informatics in Education in 2012. His achievements highlight his impact and recognition within the academic community.

SUPERVISION AND MENTORSHIP

Denis has supervised four doctoral theses and thirty master's dissertations, demonstrating his commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars. His students have also achieved recognition, with one winning second place in the Master's Dissertation Contest at the 3rd Brazilian Congress of Informatics in Education in 2014.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Analysing public policies for the creative economy: A systematic literature review

Authors: da Silva, A.M.V., Muzzio, H., da Silveira, D.S.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of International Development

Towards a Method for Aligning Organization Business Values with their BPMN Process Models

Authors: Andrade, T., da Silveira, D.S., Insfran, E., Abrahão, S.
Year: 2024
Conference: CEUR Workshop Proceedings, 3672

Layout Guidelines in BPMN Model’s comprehension: A Cognitive Analysis | Diretrizes de Layout na Compreensão de Modelos BPMN: Uma Análise Cognitiva

Authors: de Souza Albuquerque, L.M., da Silveira, D.S., Duarte, R.B., Bezerra, Â.T.
Year: 2024
Journal: RISTI - Revista Iberica de Sistemas e Tecnologias de Informacao, 2024(E65), pp. 529–542

A Semiotic Analysis of the Representativeness of BPMN Graphic Elements

Authors: Duarte, E.B., Duarte, R.B., da Silveira, D.S.
Year: 2023
Conference: Lecture Notes in Business Information Processing, 483 LNBIP, pp. 225–234

A Systematic Approach to Derive User Stories and Gherkin Scenarios from BPMN Models

Authors: Mateus, D., da Silveira, D.S., Araújo, J.
Year: 2023
Conference: Lecture Notes in Business Information Processing, 483 LNBIP, pp. 235–244

EDUCATION AND ACADEMIC JOURNEY 📚

Dr. Nathalia Hidalgo Leite is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Energy Systems Planning at the State University of Campinas (Unicamp), Brazil, focusing on the Economic and Financial Viability for Electric Mobility. She holds an MBA in Value Investing from the University Center UniBTA and completed her M.S. in Energy Systems Planning at Unicamp, where she explored the Economic and Financial Viability of Photovoltaic Solar Energy under various feed-in tariff rules. Nathalia's academic foundation includes a B.S. in Agronomic Engineering from the Federal University of Sao Carlos (UFSCar), Brazil.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND RESEARCH FOCUS 🔍

Dr. Hidalgo Leite's professional journey encompasses various roles, including Researcher at the Unicamp / Sao Paulo Center for Energy Transition Studies (CPTEn) and instructor positions at Unicamp focusing on Computer Algorithms and Programming. She has contributed significantly to the field of energy transition through her research on renewable energy systems, particularly in photovoltaic solar energy and electric mobility. Her expertise extends to financial planning and analysis in the energy sector, demonstrated during her tenure at Grupo JLJ and CPFL Energy.

CERTIFICATIONS AND CONTINUOUS LEARNING 🎓

Nathalia is dedicated to continuous professional development, as evidenced by certifications in Financial Market Preparatory Course, Value Income, and specialized training in Photovoltaic Solar Energy and Financial Analysis. Her training also includes courses in Matlab, Neural Networks, and Agricultural Systems Modeling, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to research and teaching.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS 🏆

Throughout her academic journey, Nathalia has been recognized for Excellence in Academic Performance and Outstanding Athlete awards during her earlier education in Brazil and the United States. Her commitment to academic excellence and her contributions to energy systems planning underscore her role as a leader in sustainable energy research and education.

Dr. Nathalia Hidalgo Leite continues to drive innovation in energy systems planning, integrating economic viability with renewable energy technologies to pave the way for a sustainable future. Her multifaceted expertise in research, education, and financial analysis positions her as a key influencer in shaping policies and practices in the energy sector.