About
Marcelo Moriconi Bezerra is an Assistant Researcher in the Department of Political Science and Public Policy at Iscte – University Institute of Lisbon and an Integrated Researcher at the Center for International Studies (CEI-Iscte). He holds a PhD in Contemporary Political Processes from the University of Salamanca and has a multidisciplinary academic background in journalism, sociology, and political science. He is actively involved in research on corruption, illegal markets, violence, and sports integrity, with a regional focus on Latin America and Europe.
- Bachelor’s in Social Communication (Journalism), National University of La Plata, Argentina (2003)
- Diploma of Advanced Studies in Sociopolitical Analysis, University of Granada (2007)
- PhD in Political Science, University of Salamanca (2009)
- Post-Doctorate in Sociology and Political Science, Autonomous University of Mexico (2009–2010)
His research interests center on political sociology, corruption, citizen security, match-fixing, sports integrity, and Latin American politics. He critically examines how governance failures, ideological narratives, and social structures contribute to deviant behavior and institutional erosion. His work often bridges academic analysis with policy implications, particularly in sports regulation and electoral transparency.
His recent publications explore the gamblification of sports, sportswashing, esports education, and the normalization of corruption. He has led and participated in several EU-funded research projects, including BITEFIX and SBS4MED, focusing on match-fixing prevention and sport as a tool for employability. His articles reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining qualitative methods with critical discourse analysis.
- Member, Executive Committee, Latin American Political Science Association (ALACIP)
- Member, Scientific Committee, CEI-Iscte
- Coordinator of multiple international research projects on sports integrity and electoral monitoring
- Supervisor of numerous master’s and doctoral theses
Marcelo Moriconi has published over 78 scientific works, including two books and articles in top journals. He has no known scientific awards listed in the provided texts. His research is applied and policy-oriented, often in collaboration with European institutions and NGOs. He leads research on youth engagement with sports betting and the social impacts of esports, contributing to public health and integrity frameworks.
