Elba Maneiro Crespo

Elba Maneiro Crespo is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Political Science and Sociology within the Faculty of Political and Social Sciences at the University of Santiago de Compostela. Her research focuses on political communication, public opinion, and the emotional dimensions of political behavior.

• Education: PhD in Political Science from the University of Santiago de Compostela (2022), thesis on emotional construction of citizens toward political leaders in Spain's 2019 elections.

Her recent work explores framing strategies, digital media's role in political engagement, and neuropolitical approaches to voter behavior. Articles highlight cross-national comparisons (e.g., Scotland and Catalonia), welfare state perceptions, and media consumption patterns.

Elba collaborates with Dr. Ramón Máiz Suárez and Dr. Nieves Lagares Díez, with publications spanning 2017–2025. Key trends include emotional framing, political trust, and resilience in governance.