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Silmara Furtado

@silmarafurtado.bsky.social
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✨ Chemical Engineer | Ph.D. researcher | Sustainable Processes in Chemical Engineering | Chemistry Education 📚 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro 📍Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Hi everyone! 😊 Excited to share my new article, where we developed an integrated Python-based framework aimed at the efficient conversion of bioethanol into 1,3-butadiene - a key building block for synthetic rubbers and plastics: www.linkedin.com/posts/silmar...
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Python-Powered Optimization of Sustainable 1,3-Butadiene Production | Silmara Furtado posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Hi everyone! ☺️ I'm thrilled to announce that our paper, "Python-Powered Optimization of Sustainable 1,3-Butadiene Production from Ethanol: Bridging Thermodynamics, Kinetics, and Machine Learning,"...
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Honored to celebrate 150 years of the @acs.org. ACS opened meaningful doors in my academic journey, shaping my scientific path, sense of purpose, and impact in chemistry. Beyond science, it gave me lasting friendships and a global community that inspires new generations. Proud to be an ACS member.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 10/08/2025
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LatinX in ChE @latinxinche.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
🚨 Abstract deadline extended! Submit by July 29th to present at the LatinX in ChE Virtual Symposium 2025 🧪🌎 🏆 Prizes for top presentations! 👩🏽‍💻 Submit here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #LatinXinChE #CallForAbstracts #LatinxInSTEM
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Hola! Te invitamos a presentar tu trabajo en el 3er Simposio Virtual de LatinX in ChE! Es una excelente oportunidad para mostrar tu investigación, conectar con colegas y hasta ganar premios en efectivo! Estamos ansiosos por ver en qué has estado trabajando!
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
✨Calling all Latin Chemical engineers (and related areas) worldwide! 📃Submit your abstract in #English, #Spanish or #Portuguese. This is your chance to showcase groundbreaking work, connect with peers, and celebrate the incredible contributions of Latin professionals in ChE.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
✨Calling all Latin chemical engineers (and related fields)✨ [EN, PT, and SP speakers] [Call for mentors and mentees] We're launching a #mentorshipprogram designed to unite, grow, and drive change in our community. This is your chance to make a lasting impact! encurtador.com.br/qDs4l
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#latinxinstem #academicmentorship #chemicalengineering | LatinXinChE
LatinX in ChE is calling on the global Latinx chemical engineering community (and related areas) to unite, grow, and drive change! Whether you’re passionate about guiding the next generation or seekin...
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
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☺️ It truly means a lot to know that sharing my journey can inspire… | Silmara Furtado
☺️ It truly means a lot to know that sharing my journey can inspire others. STEM is all about curiosity, discovery, and breaking barriers, and I'm honored to…
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Hi everyone! 😊 📢 Check out my full poster on LinkedIn: 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/posts/silmarafurtado_rscposter-conference-2025-silmara-furtado-activity-7302784947319144448-BqZ6?utm_source=social_share_send&utm_medium=member_desktop_web&rcm=ACoAABWIluUBclRxGHlLR4vhqNHKTXYqrf8y0eQ
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Join us to get expert advice from academia, industry, and research professionals to strengthen your resume for graduate school, faculty positions, or industry roles! 📌Scan the QR code or click on the following link to register!: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
✨It's an honor to be featured among so many inspiring #Latinas making a difference in #STEM. ✨Representation matters, and I hope my journey encourages others to pursue their passions in science and engineering. Check out the feature here on @latinasinstem.bsky.social website: lnkd.in/dGKbTaCN
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#mygreenchemistrytbt I delivered my 2nd (virtual) lecture in #Spanish to the AIChE Student Chapter at Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco (Perú). It was an amazing experience to talk about the #GreenChemistry history, principles, and applications and my PhD research project.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#myacademictbt #CircularEconomy book - My second book co-authorship! 🎉☺️ I joined the co-authors' list of the book "Circular Economy: A New Mindset on Sustainable Development," organized by #ProfessorSuzanaBorschiver and #AlineTavares and launched in March 2024 by Editora Brasport.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#mygreenchemistrytbt On April 2024, for the 1st time, I was invited to be a speaker during an academic (virtual) event. I presented a lecture related to my PhD research project (production of 1,3-butadiene from ethanol).
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#myacademictbt For the 3rd year in a row, I was one of the #InstitutoReditus academic mentors, a project to exchange experiences between #UniversidadeFederaldoRiodeJaneiro alumni and current students, aiming for greater academic and professional direction.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#mygreenchemistrytbt I have had the opportunity to present in Spanish a project centered around implementing the Green Star methodology to introduce sustainable techniques into the industrial production of nylon 6,6 and PVC during the 𝐕 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐝á𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐝𝐞 𝐥𝐚 𝐐𝐮í𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#myacademictbt I was one of the judges for the #LatinXChemEdu category at the #LatinXChem24 Poster Conference on X and LinkedIn. I had the opportunity to evaluate contributions to chemical education in formal labs and non-formal settings.
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#myacademictbt For the 1st time, I wrote an article in Portuguese about the Brazilian scenario of #sustainableaviationfuels #SAFs. 💡Link: ensaioenergetico.com.br/caminhos-par...
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Caminhos para o Desenvolvimento do Mercado de SAFs no Brasil – Ensaio Energético
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#myacademictbt In 2024 I integrated the Technical Committee of LatinX in Chem, a virtual forum through which the community of Latin American chemists located anywhere in the world can share and discuss their research results and advances. 😊Link: www.linkedin.com/posts/latinx...
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LatinXChem on LinkedIn: #latinxchemenv #latinxchem24
Meet Silmara Furtado from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro, monitor of the #LatinXChemEnv category. There is still time to register your…
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#mygreenchemistrytbt I received my 7th award as chair of the ACS UFRJ Student Chapter, an ACS International student chapter dedicated to promoting green chemistry in Brazil. ✨ Link: www.linkedin.com/posts/silmar...
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#mygreenchemistrytbt On April 2024 I was reconignized as one of the #ACSSustainabilityStars by the @amerchemsociety.bsky.social. I could write a book describing how the ACS changed my academic and professional backgrounds and gave me precious friendships! ✨ Link: www.linkedin.com/posts/americ...
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Silmara Furtado @silmarafurtado.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
#mygreenchemistrytbt ✨ I won 2nd place in the Engineering category of 2024 Latin X in Chem Conference, where I shared the work "Development and economic viability analysis of a sustainable 1,3-butadiene production plant using bioethanol: Modeling and simulation studies". ✨ Link: lnkd.in/dVZSEpX6
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