Interview with Juarez L. F. Da Silva

In a conversation that may inspire young researchers in their career choices, Juarez L. F. Da Silva (IQSC-USP) shares his journey from childhood in rural Goias to becoming a renowned computational scientist specializing in energy materials, and how international experiences were instrumental in this process. He also talk about the research division he leads at CINE, whose main scientific objective is “the construction of an integrated digital infrastructure, based on computational science, data science, and artificial intelligence, aimed at accelerating the discovery, development, and characterization of materials for sustainable technologies.” Learn more.

More stable perovskite solar cells

A CINE study involving researchers from Unicamp and CNPEM innovatively addressed the well-known problem of instability in metal halide perovskites. Using advanced materials characterization techniques, the scientists unraveled how the layer underlying the perovskite film in the solar cell influences the material’s stability in the face of heat. According to postdoctoral researcher Murillo Henrique de Matos Rodrigues, co-author of the study, the understanding achieved represents a milestone in the development of more efficient and durable devices. Learn more.

Booth at innovation event

Young researchers from CINE showcased prototypes of technologies developed at the center to a wide audience, ranging from children to entrepreneurs, at the Campinas Innovation Week. For the CINE members, this was a rich scientific outreach experience. “It’s not enough to know how to conduct research; we have to be able to express the idea clearly and objectively to gain more exposure and bring society and business together,” says postdoctoral fellow Willian Nunes. Learn more.

Participation in international summit on the future of energy

Professors Ana Flavia Nogueira and Hudson Zanin (Unicamp), members of the CINE executive committee, participated in the Energy Summit in Rio de Janeiro. “This type of event is very important for expanding dialogue and cooperation between academia, industry, and governments, accelerating the implementation of technological solutions that is essential for a successful energy transition,” said Hudson, who was one of the speakers on the panel on the future of energy storage. Learn more.

Workshop of the CINE´s Computational Materials Design division

Recent scientific advances in the Computational Materials Design (CMD) division were discussed through 48 presentations by program members in an online workshop held in English. “This event was crucial for the unification of the CMD, given the addition of many new members to the division last semester,” said Professor Marcos Quiles (Unifesp), Co-Principal Investigator of the division and event organizer. Learn more.

Second workshop of the Energy Transition Path

Four experts from academia, industry, and government shared their extensive knowledge on some of the main challenges and opportunities of the energy transition at the second workshop of 2025 organized by CINE and Cubo Itaú. Climate change, nuclear energy, and raw materials for the energy transition (strategic minerals and rare earths) were the main topics discussed. Learn more.

CINE’s study on the use of glycerin in green hydrogen production was covered by nine digital media. Check out this and other highlights in our media clipping.

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