Fabio Capra-Ribeiro

Fabio Capra-Ribeiro is an Assistant Professor at the LSU School of Architecture within the College of Art & Design. He holds a PhD in Urbanism from Università IUAV di Venezia (2019), preceded by a BS and MSc in Architecture from Universidad Central de Venezuela. His research focuses on social, spatial, and environmental justice in urban regions of the Global South, particularly in Venezuela. He has held roles including Director of the School of Architecture Carlos Raúl Villanueva and academic coordinator of master’s programs in Spain. His work spans urban design studios, e-learning advocacy, and interdisciplinary public space interventions like the Espacios Sucre program.

Education:

• BS in Architecture, Universidad Central de Venezuela
• MSc in Architectural Design, Universidad Central de Venezuela
• PhD in Urbanism, Università IUAV di Venezia, Italy
• Postgraduate Diplomas in Project Management and Teaching in Higher Education
• Double Master in Instructional Design & Technology (SUMMA University & Instituto Europeo de Postgrado)

Research Interests:
Fabio’s work critically examines boundary conditions in urban spaces, residual spaces, and the intersection of governance and environmental challenges. He explores urban regions in the Global South through lenses of spatial justice, green infrastructure, and zoonotic disease modeling. His kinetic art—digital drawings and fused glass—reflects his academic themes. Key outputs include the book Uncertain Regional Urbanism in Venezuela (Routledge, 2020) and studies on Latin American urban structures.

Teaching & Leadership:
He has taught architectural studios, design methodologies, and e-learning courses across Venezuela, Spain, and the U.S. His administrative roles include coordinating master’s programs in ecological buildings and biocities, and directing academic departments. He is an expert in e-learning adaptation for architecture education, particularly during the pandemic.

Awards:
No scientific awards explicitly listed in the text.

Advising & Grants:
Supervised numerous thesis projects and internships across graduate and PhD levels. His work in Spain involved collaborations with three universities on e-learning and circular economy initiatives, though specific grant details are not provided.

Labs/Teams:
Associated with interdisciplinary programs like Espacios Sucre (public space interventions) and the Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio at LSU. Collaborates with institutions on projects blending urban design and environmental sustainability.