Dr. Carlos Da Silva

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Carlos Natalino Da Silva is a researcher at Chalmers University, specializing in Communication, Antennas, and Optical Networks within the field of Electrical Engineering. His research primarily focuses on the design automation of resilient, energy-efficient, and cost-effective communication infrastructures for 5G and 6G networks, with a special interest in the trustworthy and responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to achieve the highest levels of network automation. Dr. Natalino has been actively involved in both national and international projects funded by research bodies in the EU and Brazil, contributing as a co-principal investigator, work package leader, task leader, and technical contributor. He is also a recurrent contributor to open research, publishing implementation papers and participating in open-source projects such as Optical Networking Gym and ETSI TeraFlowSDN. In addition to his research, he is devoted to education, teaching computer programming and networking courses in Brazil and Sweden, and leading events such as 'Demystifying: Machine Learning' at Optica's Advanced Photonics Congress in 2024 and 2025. He is a member of Optica and a Senior Member of IEEE.

Research Interests

Experience

Researcher

— Present

Chalmers University of Technology • Gothenburg, Sweden

Researcher in Optical Networks Unit focusing on design automation and energy-efficient communication infrastructures.

Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.