Dr. Salomao Moraes da Silva Junior | Lab-on chip | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Salomao Moraes da Silva Junior, BioSense Institute, Serbia

Salomão Moraes da Silva Junior is a Brazilian microfluidics researcher with a focus on cutting-edge bioengineering applications. Born in Manaus, Brazil, he holds a Joint Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Campinas. Currently working at BioSense Institute in Serbia, Salomão has developed innovative microfluidics platforms, ranging from single-cell encapsulation to advanced microfabrication. His work spans biosensors, agriculture, and environmental sectors, making significant strides in microfluidic device design. With expertise in microfabrication, precision control, and integration, his research has been published in top-tier journals. Salomão has contributed to the fields of biosensors, cleanroom microfabrication, and fluid dynamics, advancing the capabilities of Lab-on-a-Chip systems.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Salomão Moraes da Silva Junior is highly qualified for the Best Researcher Award due to his strong academic background, extensive research experience, and innovative contributions in the field of microfluidics and biosensors. His achievements reflect both technical expertise and impactful research output, making him a strong candidate for this award.

Education

Salomão Moraes da Silva Junior has a robust educational background that highlights his expertise in Electrical Engineering and Microfluidics. He holds a prestigious Joint Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences with “Greatest Distinction” from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, earned in 2019, and another Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Campinas (UNICAMP) the same year. He also completed a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from UNICAMP in 2014 and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the State University of Amazonas (UEA) in 2012. His foundational technical education includes a Post-Technician diploma in Electronics from CETAM (2008) and a Technician in Electronics certification from the Mathias Machline Foundation (FMM) in 2004. Salomão’s educational journey laid the groundwork for his contributions to microfluidic research and bioengineering innovations.

Experience

Salomão Moraes da Silva Junior is an experienced microfluidics researcher, currently a post-doctoral researcher at the BioSense Institute, University of Novi Sad (2021–Present). His work includes developing microfluidics platforms for biosensors, agriculture, and environmental applications. He also manages cleanroom labs, excelling in microfabrication protocols from design to application. Prior to this, he worked as an Engineer of New Technology at AbCheck s.r.o (2019–2021), where he developed microfluidics platforms for pharmaceutical applications. Salomão also served as a Doctoral Research Assistant (2014–2019) at Vrije Universiteit Brussel and UNICAMP, focusing on droplet generators and micromixers. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Master Research Assistant at UNICAMP (2012–2014) and as an Electronic Technician at Videolar S/A, handling maintenance in automated manufacturing systems. His extensive experience spans cleanroom fabrication, microfluidics device development, and bioengineering innovations.

Awards and Honors

Salomão Moraes da Silva Junior has been recognized for his academic and research excellence throughout his career. He graduated with “Greatest Distinction” from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, earning a prestigious Joint Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences. He has also been recognized for his innovative contributions to microfluidics, particularly in the development of Lab-on-a-Chip systems and biosensors. His research publications have been featured on journal covers, such as his work in Química Nova. Salomão’s cutting-edge research has been presented at numerous international conferences, where he has earned accolades for his pioneering work in microfluidics and biosensor integration. His awards and honors underscore his contributions to the fields of electrical engineering, biosensing, and environmental monitoring, positioning him as a leader in microfabrication and fluid dynamics.

Research Focus

Salomão Moraes da Silva Junior’s research focuses on the development of innovative microfluidics platforms for biosensors, agriculture, and environmental applications. His expertise lies in microfabrication processes, where he designs and validates advanced microfluidic devices tailored for specific uses, including single-cell encapsulation and picoinjection. Salomão specializes in creating microfluidic systems integrated with sensors, enabling high-precision manipulation of fluids for applications in biosensing and Lab-on-a-Chip technologies. His work also involves the fabrication of passive and active micromixers, droplet generators, and fluid control systems, using cutting-edge materials and cleanroom techniques. Salomão’s research is particularly focused on developing microfluidic solutions that address challenges in environmental monitoring and bioengineering, ensuring seamless integration with other microsystems. His contributions to this interdisciplinary field have paved the way for more efficient and versatile applications of microfluidic technologies.