Marcio Luis Busi Da Silva
Director of Innovative Bio-Solutions, Cemvita Factory
Adjunct Professor at Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rice Business

Marcio has over 25+ years of experience as a scientist, PI, manager and advisor in the field of bioprocesses with an emphasis in applied microbiology; its applications and implications to industries and society. He has extensive biofuels research and development programs to deliver low carbon options and biofuels into the market. From microcosms to field, he was responsible for delivering robust yet cost effective technologies and has the capabilities to support new fuels and new energies businesses to deliver value and new low carbon options to customers. Marcio has proven experience in design and implementation of experimental programs aimed at producing commercially viable biofuels, considering a wide range of contributory factors, opportunities, and development of commercial plans. By nature, he is a sympathetic and enthusiastic team player, always ready to learn more and apply cross-discipline approaches to solve challenges. He has 40+ peer-reviewed publications, 11 book chapters, and patents.