Program: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Home Country: Brazil
Universities: Undergraduated in Computer Science from the University of Passo Fundo.  Master in Computer Engineering from the University of Pernambuco  PhD in Automation and Systems Engineering from the Federal University of Santa Catarina
Languages: Portuguese and English
Pronouns: He/him

Marcelo holds a degree in Computer Science, a master's degree in Computer Engineering, and a PhD in Automation and Systems Engineering. He is currently a faculty member of the Federal University of Technology Parana, in Brazil, where he has been teaching and researching since 2013 for graduate and undergraduate students in Computer Engineering and Computer Science. His research interests focus on developing formal methods to help reasoning about systems before implementing them, thus creating more reliable software solutions that are hopefully free from errors.

What I like about Rice/Houston:

I am in love with Rice, and with Houston. It was a great surprise to find such helpful, kind, and respectful people. Even though they form a very busy team, they always find space and are willing to lend a helping hand. I feel privileged to be able to walk through Rice's tree-lined hallways, come to my office, and be part of this excellent team throughout the workday. Outside the beautiful buildings, Rice is filled with diversity of people and cultures, creating a plural environment that is highly conducive to technical and intellectual development.

What I like about Fulbright:

I consider Fulbright's role to be noble, agile and well-structured. It goes beyond the exchange programs and reaches the exchange of ideas, knowledge and cultures.

Fun Fact about me:

In addition to being a father, husband, teacher and researcher, I like peace and silence, playing the guitar, making craft beer and playing tennis.