Sara DaSilva
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Sara DaSilva

Black Belt Project Manager, Univar, Inc.
Spring, TX
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  • Sara asked Sara DaSilva, Univar, Inc.

    Added Friday, December 4, 2020 at 10:27 AM

    I???ve looked everywhere online on how to get in a career making new cosmetic products. What should I study to do cosmetic science, chemical engineering or biochemistry? Unsure. Is a cosmetic engineering the same thing as a cosmetic chemist?

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  • Jen, Mansfield High School asked Sara DaSilva, Univar, Inc.

    Added Thursday, December 18, 2014 at 4:57 PM

    If you had it to do over,related to you your career or education,would you do anything differently? I'm planning on majoring in chemical engineering but I'm just not completely sure yet, and I have a lot of other things I want to do but I just can't choose.
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  • Nida, Mississauga asked Sara DaSilva, Univar, Inc.

    Added Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 10:37 PM

    Hi Ms. DaSilva. First I want to say that I find what you do so inspirational and meaningful and after reading your profile and thoughts, I am really motivated to pursue engineering with an ignited passion. My question is not very direct; I guess it is more of an opinion or a suggestion. I am currently in grade 12, and have applied to several Engineering Programs in Canada, most of which are Chemical Engineering. My question is what really inspired you to go into this field and also were there ...
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    Sara DaSilva, Univar, Inc.
    Answered Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 10:37 PM
    Hi Nida! Thanks for your kind words. Good for you for pursuing what you think you will really like to do in your future career. What inspired me before I went to college was my teachers who encouraged girls and boys to achieve the same accomplishments in ...
  • Angela, Spring, TX asked Jenni Glauser

    Added Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    Hello Mrs. Glauser, my name is Angela. I am a current student in high school and was wondering if you could answer a few interview questions to help with a project I am working on. The topic of my project is why there aren't many women interested in the engineering field, and your experience will help me to gain a strong source. I would really like more girls to see the benefits of this career choice. If you have a moment of your time to spare, I ask if you'd be so kind to answer my questions ...
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    Sara DaSilva, Univar, Inc.
    Answered Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 12:06 PM
    Hi Angela! I would like to meet you - I live in Spring, TX as well! I have worked as a chemical engineer for 10 years and I would be happy to answer these questions, as I'm very passionate about more women pursuing equal opportunity in engineering. ...
  • Rose Anne, Asia

    Added Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    I would like to know how to become a cosmetic engineer after doing a degree in chem. eng.? Im really interested in the making of cosmetics, daily personal care products...My favourite subjects are bio and chem.. is chem eng a good option to pursue my interest? i would love to some day work with loreal and simple..but the thing is im not as passionate in physics as much as i love bio and chem....thanks
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    Sara DaSilva, Univar, Inc.
    Answered Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 9:43 AM
    Hi Rose Anne! Chemical engineers absolutely work in the cosmetics industry. There are even colleges that have certificate programs in cosmetics engineering, as a part of the chemical engineering degree! Any engineering degree gives you the foundation ...