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Sergio Moreno Gil is a Professor in the Department of Economics and Business Management at Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC), Spain. He is affiliated with the GIR TIDES research group (Economy, Environment, Sustainability and Tourism) and the Institute of Tourism and Sustainable Economic Development. His academic work focuses on tourism economics, marketing, and sustainability within the Social and Legal Sciences branch. Dr. Moreno Gil's research interests span across multiple dimensions of contemporary tourism. His primary focus areas include sustainable tourism development, destination marketing, sharing economy platforms in tourism, and consumer behavior analysis. He has made significant contributions to understanding tourism in the Canary Islands, particularly through his work with the Canary Islands Tourism Observatory. His research integrates traditional tourism studies with emerging fields like neurotourism and biometric analysis of tourist experiences. His publication record shows a clear trend toward addressing contemporary challenges in tourism. Recent works focus on sustainability in mass tourism destinations, the impact of sharing economy platforms, gastronomic tourism marketing, and collaborative tourism networks. His research demonstrates a strong methodological diversity, employing bibliometric analysis, social network analysis, and empirical studies of tourist behavior. Dr. Moreno Gil has been actively involved in the Canary Islands Tourism Observatory, contributing to annual reports on tourism sustainability in the region. His collaborative work spans across the Ibero-American region, with numerous co-authorships reflecting international research networks in tourism studies.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Tourism Marketing
• Sharing Economy in Tourism
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Alicia Orea Giner is a Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business Sciences of Rey Juan Carlos University, specializing in sustainable tourism and social justice. Her research focuses on Generation Z's sustainable consumption practices in food tourism, AI integration in hospitality, and ethical dimensions of tourism. She co-authored the award-winning article The way we live, the way we travel: generation Z and sustainable consumption in food tourism experiences , recognized with the 2024 Emerald Literati Outstanding Paper Award. Her work bridges sustainability, technology, and cultural studies. Key themes include feminist methodologies in tourism research, transformative travel through ecofeminism, and post-pandemic food tourism trends. She explores AI applications in service robots, wellness tourism's mental health connections, and marginalized communities' roles in culinary tourism. Recent studies address LGBTQ+ tourism challenges, stakeholder participation in World Heritage sites, and ghost tours' cultural narratives. Awards highlight her contributions to sustainability and social justice in tourism. Awards: 2024 Emerald Literati Outstanding Paper Award Research Foci: Food Tourism, AI Ethics, Feminist Tourism Studies, Cultural Heritage Management Labs/Teams: No specific lab mentioned; collaborates across interdisciplinary tourism research networks.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Food Tourism
• Tourism and Social Justice
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Javier Franco Aixelá **Roles and Affiliations**: Full Professor of Translation and Interpreting at the University of Alicante, Director of the Department of Translation and Interpretation (2017–2021). Coordinates the Master's in Institutional Translation (Legal and Economic). Active in teaching Translation Theory, Professional Ethics, and Advanced Literary Translation. **Education**: PhD in English Philology (University of Alicante, 1996), Licenciatura in English Philology (Complutense University of Madrid, 1986), Expert in Translation (Complutense University of Madrid, 1991). **Research**: Specializes in translation theory, cultural aspects of translation, and bibliometrics. Founded the BITRA database (70,000 entries by 2017), a comprehensive online bibliography on translation and interpreting. Recent focus on bibliometric analysis of translation studies, including advertising translation, open access in academia, and cognitive approaches. **Teaching**: Taught courses like Professional Ethics, Advanced Literary Translation, and Translation of Research Genres. Supervised over 125 theses in the last five years, including high-impact works on medical neologisms (Habiba Chbab El Fakhi) and gender-neutral translation (María López Medel). **Awards**: Coordinator of the University of Alicante's Translation Doctoral Program, which received a quality distinction from the Ministry of Education. His theses have been awarded "Excellent Cum Laude" by the university. **Projects**: Led competitive research projects such as the 2021–2025 bibliometric study on economic translation and the BITRA database expansion (2007–2010). Collaborated on international initiatives like the 5th ICEBFIT Conference (2023). **Publications**: Authored 40+ books (e.g., *La traducción condicionada de los nombres propios*), co-edited *ENTI: Encyclopedia of Translation and Interpreting*, and published widely in journals like *META* and *Translation & Interpreting*.

• Translation Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Bibliometrics
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Raquel Moreno Sánchez is a Professor in the Department of Health at UCJC since 2011, specializing in emergency nursing and disaster response. She holds a Bachelor's in Nursing (1997), a PhD from the University of Alcalá de Henares, and advanced degrees including a Master's in Child Psychology and a Master's in Emergencies, Disasters, and International Cooperation (UCJC, 2013). Previously, she served as an Honorary Professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) from 1998–2011. Her research focuses on emergency care protocols, pharmacology of antipsychotic drugs, and disaster management strategies. Notable contributions include bibliometric analyses of global antipsychotic drug studies and co-authorship of clinical guidelines for the SUMMA-112 emergency service. She coordinates training programs for healthcare professionals in out-of-hospital emergencies and advanced life support. Her work spans helicopter medical transport, palliative care, and interdisciplinary crisis management. Teaching roles include leading courses in emergency nursing, pediatric psychology, and mountain emergencies at UCJC. Professional experience includes 27 years in emergency and outpatient nursing, with prior roles in hospital critical care units and primary care. She is an Advanced Life Support instructor certified by SEMICYUC and actively participates in academic committees for healthcare education and policy.

• Emergency Nursing
• Disaster Management
• Critical Care
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Irene Abad Perez is an Associate Professor at the University of Valencia, affiliated with the Department of History of Science, specializing in Library and Documentation Science. Her academic career is rooted in the analysis of scientific communication and the historical development of medical knowledge. Her research interests lie at the intersection of information science and the history of medicine, with a particular focus on bibliometric methods to study regional scientific contributions. Key areas include: Library and Information Science History of Medical Science Bibliometric Analysis Scientific Documentation Knowledge Organization Academic Publishing Trends While no publications or research projects are listed in the provided text, her doctoral work suggests a strong methodological foundation in quantitative analysis of scientific output. There is no mention of scientific awards, grants, or student supervision in the available information.

• Library Science
• Documentation Science
• History of Science
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María Dolores Escarabajal Arrieta serves as a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Jaén, Spain, with research spanning psychobiology, gerontology, and educational innovation. Her work integrates neurobiological mechanisms with practical applications in aging populations and higher education reform. Education PhD in Psychobiology from Universitat Jaume I (2003). Thesis: Mechanisms involved in alcohol-induced behaviors: the role of brain enzymes responsible for acetaldehyde metabolism , supervised by Dr. Carlos Manuel González Aragón. Research Focus Her scholarship demonstrates three interconnected pillars: (1) Psychobiology of Addiction —examining catalase/aldehyde dehydrogenase roles in alcohol motivation and gender-specific effects; (2) Gerontological Interventions —designing dual-task exercise protocols for cognitive enhancement and analyzing loneliness impacts in elderly populations; (3) Educational Psychology —pioneering TFG evaluation frameworks and emotional education curricula aligned with European Higher Education Area reforms. This trajectory reflects deliberate translation of basic research into societal solutions across healthcare and education sectors. Publication Trends Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals strategic evolution from neurobiological foundations (2013) toward contemporary societal applications (2024). Early work centered on alcohol pharmacology and neuroplasticity in dementia, while current output emphasizes evidence-based tools: validated TFG assessment instruments, Mediterranean diet adherence protocols for students, and randomized trials of cognitive-fitness interventions for elderly. Cross-cutting themes include gender perspectives in academic production and biopsychosocial models of healthy aging. Academic Leadership As thesis supervisor and core member of the PSYCHOBIOLOGY research group, she drives institutional initiatives in educational quality assurance. Her bibliometric analyses of doctoral theses in Eastern Andalusia demonstrate leadership in evaluating research trends and gender equity within Spanish psychology programs, while ongoing TFG implementation studies address critical challenges in competency-based assessment under the Bologna Process framework.

• Psychobiology
• Alcohol Addiction
• Aging and Elderly Health
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Lluís Codina Bonilla is an Associate Professor at Pompeu Fabra University's Faculty of Communication, specializing in Journalism and Audiovisual Communication. As a founding member of the DigiDoc Research Group (SGR-01103) and Director of the Cybermedia Observatory, he bridges Information Science and Digital Communication through research on SEO, content curation, and digital media systems. PhD in Information Science (Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona) Co-founder of academic journal Hipertext.net Principal Investigator for multiple Spanish national R&D projects Research Interests: His work focuses on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for news media, Semantic Web applications in journalism, and content curation systems. Recent studies explore AI applications in content creation and academic research. Academic Contributions: With over 200 articles and 6 books (including Design and SEO for Content-Intensive Websites ), his publications analyze digital media quality assessment, information architecture, and media verification. His 21 doctoral theses (all cum laude) highlight his role as a mentor in digital communication. Premio Roblón 2021 for Investigator of the Year Multiple UPF Social Council Awards for Teaching Quality Nominated Scimago Best Scientific Article Recognized Researcher Tranches (CNEAI/AQU) Academic Infrastructure: Leads the Cybermedia Observatory and contributes to UPF's SEO Media Lab, while maintaining affiliations with the Catalan Society of Communication and Institute of Catalan Studies. His teaching spans Journalism, Audiovisual Communication, and Research Master's programs.

• Web Positioning
• Semantic Web
• Information Systems
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Annachiara Longoni serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Operations, Innovation and Data Sciences at Esade Business School, Ramon Llull University. She directs the Master of Research in Management Sciences program and leads BUNED (Business Networks Dynamics), focusing on sustainability-driven innovation in operations and supply chains. Education: PhD in Management, Economics and Industrial Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Master of Science in Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Bachelor degree in Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Her research centers on sustainable operations management, examining how sustainability practices transform product/process innovation within global supply chains. She investigates organizational mechanisms for optimizing triple bottom line performance through sustainable operations strategies, with particular emphasis on social sustainability dimensions including labor conditions and migrant integration in supply networks. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in manufacturing and logistics contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in sustainable supply chain management, social enterprise integration, and systemic change toward post-growth paradigms. Key trends include empirical investigations of working conditions in platform economies, the role of national culture in sustainability performance, and technological impacts on sustainable manufacturing. Her research consistently employs large-scale empirical methods and international collaboration networks. Scientific Awards: None documented in source materials. Dr. Longoni actively mentors through her directorship of the Master of Research program and BUNED research group. She collaborates extensively with the International Manufacturing Strategies Survey (IMSS) across 20+ countries and the USC-led sustainability network involving European and American institutions. Her research is supported through multinational university-industry partnerships focused on sustainable operations. As Director of BUNED, she leads research on business network dynamics and sustainable supply chain transformation. Her involvement in the EurOMA Forum organizing committee and international research networks demonstrates leadership in advancing sustainable operations scholarship through collaborative platforms spanning academic and industry stakeholders.

• Sustainable Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainability Innovation
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Jan Hohberger is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Strategy and General Management within Esade Business School (Ramon Llull University). He is affiliated with the Grup de recerca en iniciativa emprenedora (GRIE) research group. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on strategic alliances, innovation, and organizational learning. Research Interests: Strategic Management, Open Innovation, Knowledge Acquisition, Entrepreneurship, and Resource-Based View. His studies explore R&D alliances dynamics, geographic knowledge alignment, and organizational innovation strategies. Projects: Active in GRIE (2022-2025), examining entrepreneurial initiatives. Previously led projects on innovation ecosystems and strategic alliances. Awards: No specific awards listed. Grants: Participated in multiple Research Groups and Network Grants focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation. Labs/Teams: Core member of the GRIE research group, collaborating on entrepreneurial and innovation studies.

• Strategic Management
• Open Innovation
• Strategic Alliances
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Viviana Fernández Marcial is a Professor in the Department of Librarianship and Documentation at the Faculty of Humanities, University of A Coruña (UDC). She is an active member of the History, Archaeology, Documentation and Culture research group, with extensive experience in teaching and research within library and information science. Her research focuses on information services marketing, cultural marketing, library promotion, information literacy, and scientific communication . She has developed numerous studies on user behavior, digital resource management, and quality management in documentary organizations. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding how libraries and cultural institutions can effectively engage with users in the digital age. Her publication record shows consistent output in leading library and information science journals, with a particular emphasis on practical applications of marketing principles in library settings, user experience research, and the promotion of cultural heritage. Her recent work increasingly addresses digital transformation challenges facing libraries and archives. Viviana Fernández Marcial has directed numerous bachelor's and master's theses since 2013, mentoring students like Gabriela Ojeda Romano, Liliana Isabel Esteves Gomes, and Llarina González Solar. Her supervision work reflects her expertise in areas such as gamification for reading promotion, library marketing strategies, and cultural heritage valorization. She has participated in multiple research projects funded by organizations including the Ministry of Science and Innovation, the Galician Culture Council (Consello da Cultura Galega), and the Xunta de Galicia. Her most recent project runs from 2023 to 2027 under the Ministry of Science and Innovation.

• Information services marketing
• Cultural marketing
• Library promotion
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Artemio Cerda Bolinches is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia, Spain. His academic work centers on Physical Geography, with a strong emphasis on soil erosion, hydrological processes, land degradation, and wildfire impacts. He leads the SEDER (Soil Erosion Rates and Runoff Generation) research group, reflecting his leadership in environmental process studies. His educational background includes a PhD from the Universitat de València in 1993, with a thesis on soil infiltration in the Valencian region, supervised by Dr. Adolfo Calvo Cases. This foundational research has evolved into a prolific career in geomorphology and environmental change. Cerda Bolinches’ research interests span soil erosion dynamics , wildfire-soil interactions , sustainable land management , and Mediterranean environmental systems . His work integrates field experiments, modeling, and global meta-analyses, often using GIS and machine learning to analyze spatial patterns of erosion and degradation. He explores biological influences on hydrology, post-fire recovery, and nature-based solutions for flood and erosion control. His recent publications (2022–2025) reveal a strong trend in interdisciplinary environmental science, with frequent studies on machine learning applications in soil mapping, fire impacts on hydrology, and sustainability in agricultural systems. His work spans regions including Spain, Iran, China, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh, indicating broad international collaboration and relevance. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his leadership in special issues and editorial contributions (e.g., introducing FIRElinks and fire-hydrology special issues) highlights recognition in the academic community. He is actively involved in advising and research supervision, implied by his PhD and research group leadership. His projects often address applied environmental problems, including soil conservation in vineyards, wildfire management, and climate change adaptation. He has contributed to policy-relevant studies, such as the EU Soil Observatory’s role in erosion monitoring. Cerda Bolinches is affiliated with the SEDER research group, which conducts long-term experimental studies on soil erosion, such as at the El Teularet-Sierra de Enguera experimental station in Valencia. This lab supports field-based research on erosion processes, land management, and sustainable viticulture.

• Physical Geography
• Soil Erosion
• Hydrology
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María Teresa Ramiro Sánchez is a Full Professor at the University of Granada, affiliated with the Department of Developmental and Educational Psychology and the Mind, Brain and Behavior Research Center. Her work focuses on adolescent behavior, HIV/AIDS prevention, and bibliometric analyses. She has authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, contributing to fields such as developmental psychology, public health, and education research. Her research interests include adolescent sexual risk behaviors, the impact of sexism on health outcomes, and the efficacy of exercise programs in improving quality of life. She has coordinated several academic conferences and edited volumes, including the Proceedings of the X Foro Internacional sobre Evaluación de la Calidad de la Investigación y la Educación Superior . Key contributions include systematic reviews on pornography use and HIV risk factors, as well as studies on the role of social support and self-esteem in health behaviors. Her work often emphasizes cross-cultural comparisons and evidence-based interventions.

• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Psychology
• Adolescent Behavior
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Maria Angeles de las Heras Perez serves as a University Professor in the Department of Integrated Didactics at the Faculty of Education, Psychology and Sports Sciences, University of Huelva. She maintains dual affiliations with the Research Center on Contemporary Thought and Innovation for Social Development and the RNM358 MARSHES AND BEACHES research group, focusing on environmental education contexts. Her academic foundation stems from a 2007 PhD at the University of Huelva, where her dissertation Study of flora and vegetation of the western Doñana area was supervised by Dr. Jesús Muñoz Álvarez and Dr. Pablo José Hidalgo Fernández. This ecological background informs her current interdisciplinary approach to science education. Her research program centers on the cognitive-emotional dynamics of science teaching, investigating how stress, cognitive load, and emotional recognition impact teachers' professional knowledge. She pioneers applications of educational neuroscience in teacher training, developing interventions that integrate EEG monitoring with didactic strategies. Her work extends to sustainable chemistry education, AI literacy in science curricula, and computational thinking through inquiry-based learning frameworks. Recent publications demonstrate consistent methodological innovation through bibliometric analyses, emotional climate observation tools, and technology-enhanced pedagogical models. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) measurement of emotional-cognitive interactions in science teachers using neuroscientific methods, (2) development of context-based didactic tools for environmental and chemistry education, and (3) integration of computational thinking through Micro:bit and game-based learning. Her research consistently bridges theoretical neuroscience with practical classroom applications, particularly in experimental sciences education. She actively contributes to educational innovation through the RNM358 research group, which leverages the Doñana natural ecosystem as a living laboratory for developing place-based science curricula. Her work on emotional climate observation tools (OCE) provides educators with practical frameworks for improving classroom dynamics in both university and secondary settings.

• Science Education
• Didactics of Experimental Sciences
• Educational Neuroscience
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Dr. Carlos Mulet Forteza is a Full Professor in the Department of Business Economics within the Financial Economics and Accounting area at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB). He joined UIB in 2001 and holds significant administrative positions including Pro Vice-Chancellor of Economics and Infrastructures since 2021, President of the Quality Assurance Commission for the Master's Degree in Accounting and Auditing since 2022, and Secretary of the Academic Committee for PhD studies in Tourism since 2017. His educational background includes a Degree in Business Administration from the University of the Balearic Islands (2001) and a PhD in Economics from the University Jaume I of Castelló (2010). Dr. Mulet Forteza's research spans multiple domains within business economics and accounting: Analysis of tourism companies and destinations Banking efficiency studies Analysis of non-profit entities Bibliometric research Financial statement analysis using compositional data (CoDA) Application of fuzzy techniques for uncertainty analysis He serves as Principal Investigator of the research group 'Business management and tourist destinations' (DIREGEST) and collaborates with other UIB research groups including 'Models for Fuzzy Information Processing (MOTIBO)' and 'Economic and accounting aspects of social economy entities'. His academic leadership extends to professional organizations where he serves as National Secretary of AECIT (Spanish Association of Scientific Experts in Tourism) since 2020 and regularly participates in activities organized by the Ilustre Colegio de Economistas de las Islas Baleares and ASEPUC (Spanish Association of University Accounting Professors). Dr. Mulet Forteza has supervised more than 100 final degree projects, over 50 master's theses, and 6 doctoral theses across various programs including Business Administration, Tourism, Economics, and the Master's Degree in Accounting and Auditing. His teaching portfolio includes courses in Account Analysis and Auditing, Financial Accounting, and specialized auditing courses across multiple degree programs including the Double Degree in Business Administration and Law, Double Degree in Business Administration and Tourism, and the Master's Degree in Accounting and Auditing where he teaches Financial Auditing I-III and International Legislation and Consolidation.

• Tourism Management
• Financial Accounting
• Auditing
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Elena Atienza is a Ramón y Cajal Research Fellow at the University of Deusto's Faculty of Law in Spain, funded by the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities. She is affiliated with the research team European Integration and Property Law in a Global Context . Her academic career includes postdoctoral fellowships from the Basque Government and Juan de la Cierva Program, and international research stays at institutions like University of Coimbra (Portugal), Université de Pau (France), and University of Pisa (Italy). Current Positions: Director of the Expert Diploma in Health Law at Deusto Law School Former Roles: Coordinator of the Revista de Derecho y Genoma Humano Her research focuses on Biolaw , Bioethics , and Health Law , addressing topics such as genetic rights, sports doping regulation, and biotechnological legal frameworks. Her doctoral thesis examined legal responses to modern doping techniques in sports. Publications highlight interdisciplinary analysis of doping legislation, genomic ethics, and healthcare law. Awards include prestigious postdoctoral fellowships recognizing her scholarly contributions. She actively bridges academic research with practical legal education through her program directorship.

• Biolaw
• Bioethics
• Health Law
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