Ariane Cristine Roder Figueira

Dr. Ariane Cristine Roder Figueira is a full professor at Coppead Graduate School of Business Administration, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). She coordinates the Center for International Business Studies and the Smart Cities Lab, with academic credentials including a Doctorate and Master's in Political Science from the University of São Paulo (USP), specializing in International Relations.

• Teaching areas: International Politics and Business, Brazilian Political and Cultural Scenario, Internationalization of Companies
• Research focus: International Business and Politics, Sustainability, Governance and Public Policy

Her academic career spans 21 years since 2003, covering undergraduate to doctoral programs. Recent research trends show emphasis on G20 diplomacy, geopolitical impacts of populism, and urban development frameworks.

• Key scientific contributions: CNPq research group leadership, 2030 Agenda analysis
• Media engagement: Political commentator for Wall Street Journal, Nikkei, GloboNews, and other international outlets

She coordinates UFRJ's Innovation Management outreach projects while maintaining editorial roles in academic publications.