Dr. Lucas Caire Da Silva

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Lucas Caire da Silva is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at McGill University. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Campinas in 2010, followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Florida in 2015. Afterward, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research from 2016 to 2020 and served as a Research Group Leader at the same institute until 2023. His research focuses on innovative materials chemistry and chemical biology, particularly in developing sustainable and efficient chemical processes. Dr. Caire da Silva’s work emphasizes the design and construction of synthetic nano and microreactors that mimic biological systems, enhancing catalysis and advancing the field of green chemistry. He actively teaches courses on physical chemistry and polymer chemistry, integrating biological examples to illustrate key principles. His research group is keen on exploring new methodologies inspired by nature to tackle challenges related to waste generation and inefficiencies in traditional chemistry practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

McGill University • Montréal, QC

Teaching and conducting research in Chemistry, focusing on materials and chemical biology.

Research Group Leader

— Present

Max Planck Institute Polymer Research • N/A

Led research projects on creating efficient sustainable chemistry methods.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Max Planck Institute Polymer Research • N/A

Engaged in advanced research in polymer and materials science.

Courses

CHEM 204. Physical Chemistry/Biological Sciences 1 CHEM 574. Introductory Polymer Chemistry CHEM 650. Seminars Chemistry 1 CHEM 651. Seminars Chemistry 2

Requirements for McGill University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
B.Sc. degree or equivalent M.D. degree
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • 2 Letters of Reference
  • CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Confirmation of Supervision
  • Research Project Proposal
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Medicine. Program: Experimental Medicine.