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Ana Catarina dos Santos Pereira is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, University of Beira Interior (UBI), and a researcher at LabCom - Communication and Arts. She holds a PhD in Communication Sciences (Cinema and Multimedia) and serves as Master's Director in Cinema at UBI. Her academic career spans from 2010-2023, including roles as course director and Sopcom seminar coordinator. PhD: Communication Sciences (Cinema and Multimedia), UBI MA: Human Rights, University of Salamanca BA: Communication Sciences, NOVA University Lisbon Her research focuses on feminist film studies , pedagogy in arts , and Portuguese-language cinema , particularly examining self-representation, queer creative acts, and gender dynamics. Articles like 'Reconfiguring cinema' and 'Seeing Ghosts' demonstrate her engagement with transnational queer narratives and memory construction . She received the prestigious UBI-CGD Young Researcher Award in Arts (2025) for her leadership in the ongoing 'Speculum' project (FCT EXPL/ART-CRT/0231/2021). Her academic contributions include organizing committees for the Porto Femme International Film Festival and editing volumes like 'Cinema and Other Arts'. Advisor: Directed 2025 Dissertação ou Trabalho de Projeto Organizer: Multiple academic conferences and publications Grants: FCT sabbatical leave (SFRH/BSAB/143117/2018), doctoral grant (SFRH/BD/69950/2010) Labs/Teams: LabCom-Communication and Arts research center, Speculum project team, and Porto Femme International Film Festival jury panel. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in film education and feminist cultural production.

• Feminist Film Studies
• Pedagogy in Arts
• Portuguese Cinema
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Pedro Crispim Santos Alvaro is an Invited Assistant Professor of Film Aesthetics at Escola Superior Artística do Porto (ESAP) , part of Instituto Politécnico do Porto. He holds a PhD in Communication Sciences (specializing in Cinema and Television) from NOVA University of Lisbon and has conducted postgraduate studies in Screenwriting and Audiovisual Communication. Currently, he serves as Director of the Department of Theatre and Cinema at ESAP and coordinates the Postgraduate Program in Art Direction. Additionally, he is a researcher at CEAA (Centro de Estudos Arnaldo Araújo) and a film programmer at Casa do Cinema Manoel de Oliveira - Fundação de Serralves. Education: PhD in Communication Sciences (2022), NOVA University of Lisbon: Thesis - Camera Rescues: Intimacy and Unity of Space in Narrative Fiction Cinema Master's in Audiovisual Communication (2016), ESMAE: Dissertation - Cinema in Closed Spaces Postgraduate Diploma in Screenwriting (2019), ESMA Bachelor's in Cinema and Audiovisual (2013), ESAP Research Interests: Focus on spatial poetics in cinema, particularly intimacy and unity of space in narrative films. Explores cross-media adaptations from theatre to film, and national cinemas (e.g., Portuguese, Japanese, German). Active in film programming and curatorial projects, organizing retrospectives on directors like Jean-Marie Straub and Luis García Berlanga. His work bridges film aesthetics, cultural studies, and historical analysis. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator: Topografias Artísticas (2023–present) Researcher: Media Literacy (2023–present) Awards: Sophia Student Award (2016) for short film Clowns Best Director (2016) for Clowns at Shortcutz Guimarães Best National Fiction (2016) at Porto7 Festival Labs/Teams: Leads CEAA research initiatives and collaborates with Fundação de Serralves on cinema exhibitions and educational programs.

• Film Studies
• Cinema Aesthetics
• Narrative Cinema
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Manuel Damásio is a Tenured Professor at the University of Minho and Director of the Department of Cinema and Media Arts at Lusófona University in Lisbon, Portugal. He serves as Coordinator of the European University for Film and Media Arts (FILMEU), Chair of the European Association of Film and Audiovisual Schools (GEECT), and Member of the Executive Committee of CILECT. His academic work spans film studies, media arts, and communication, with a particular focus on European film markets and audience research. Dr. Damásio earned his PhD in Communication from Universidade Nova de Lisboa. His academic journey has led him to prominent leadership roles in European film education initiatives, including coordinating the FilmEU project under the European Universities Initiative (EPP-EUR-UNIV-2020). His research interests center on film and media studies with emphasis on European film markets, audience engagement, cultural diversity in audiovisual content, and digital media. Dr. Damásio has extensively studied Portuguese television, particularly soap operas, examining their cultural significance and production practices. His work also intersects with health communication, exploring how media technologies can promote health behavior change, and digital literacy, especially among older populations. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on European film markets, particularly examining how small European countries' films are represented on streaming platforms. His research increasingly incorporates AI-powered methods for audience research and explores the future of film education in Europe within the context of the European Universities Initiative. Dr. Damásio leads multiple significant research projects including WIRE FilmEU (2023-2028), FilmMemory (2023-2029), FilmEU Plus (2023-2027), REPLAY (2023-2029), and CresCine (2023-2026), all focused on advancing film and media arts education and research across European institutions. He is actively involved in numerous research collaborations through CICANT (Research Center for Applied Communication, Culture and New Technologies), ECATI (School of Communication, Architecture, Arts and Technologies), and COPELABS (Research Center for Human-Centered Computing and Cognition), where he contributes to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of media, technology, and society.

• Film Studies
• Media Arts
• European Film Markets
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Eduardo Cintra Torres is an Invited Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Human Sciences, Catholic University of Portugal. He is affiliated with the Research Centre for Communication and Culture (CECC) and CEIS20. Holding a PhD in Sociology from the University of Lisbon (2010), he also earned a Master’s in Communication (ISCTE-IUL, 2003) and a BA in History (University of Lisbon, 1980). His research focuses on crowds in literature, social sciences, advertising history, and media representation. He has authored 19 books, including upcoming works on Portuguese advertising history (Princípia) and crowd representation in literature (Imprensa Nacional). He teaches courses such as Advertising Analysis, Investigative Journalism, and Television Studies. As a media critic, he contributes to Correio da Manhã and CMTV, previously serving as an advertising critic at Jornal de Negócios (2003–2018). He has supervised 21 Master’s theses at FCH UCP and ISCTE-UL.

• Sociology
• Social Sciences
• History of Advertising
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Adriana Martins is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the Faculty of Human Sciences (Universidade Católica Portuguesa), where she coordinates international affairs for outgoing exchanges and serves on the steering committee of The Lisbon Consortium. She is a senior researcher at the Research Centre for Communication and Culture, focusing on Culture Studies, Film Studies, and Globalization. Her work explores Portuguese cinema, postcolonial memory, and the intersection of literature and history. Education: PhD in Modern Languages and Literatures. She co-edited books such as *In Dialogue with Saramago* and *Mediations of Disruption in Post-Conflict Cinema*, and has published widely on José Saramago, Manoel de Oliveira, and colonial memory in film. Her recent research includes analyses of Pope Francis' environmental ethics and the role of archives in reinterpreting Salazarism. Research Interests: Cinema of the Lusophone World, Cultural Globalization, Comparative Literature, and the Politics of Memory. She teaches modules like *Cinema of the Lusophone World* and *Cultures of Hospitality/Hostility*. Her articles blend interdisciplinary approaches, examining how film and literature mediate conflict, colonialism, and national identity. Professional Roles: Coordinator of international exchange programs, member of academic committees, and active in both national and international research networks. Her work spans Portuguese cultural critique, European cinema, and the ethical dimensions of globalization.

• Culture Studies
• Film Studies
• Comparative Literature
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Júlio Manuel Lopes Alves (Lisbon, 1971) is a Portuguese director and lecturer at Universidade Lusófona. With a PhD in Communication Sciences and an MA in Film Studies, he contributes to the BA programs in Film and Media Arts, Photography, and Communication Sciences, as well as the MA in Film Studies. His filmography includes 15 works across fiction, documentary, and experimental genres, such as Diálogo de Sombras (2021), Arte de Morrer Longe (2020), and Sacavém (2019), all achieving national and international recognition. Education PhD in Communication Sciences MA in Film Studies His research explores intersections of cinema, media arts, and communication sciences, emphasizing geocinematic methodologies, found footage, and pedagogical creativity. Notable projects include the transdisciplinary FRAME[scapes] (2022), focusing on cinematic territorial analysis. Publications span topics like domestic bricolage in film, football television archives, and montage strategies for creativity. Projects & Affiliations Member of CICANT (Centre of Research in Applied Communication, Culture and New Technologies) FRAME[scapes] - Geocinematic Project

• Film Studies
• Documentary Filmmaking
• Experimental Cinema
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Sahra Kunz is an Assistant Professor at the School of Arts, Portuguese Catholic University, and a Researcher at the Research Center for Science and Technology of the Arts (CITAR). She has taught the Sound and Image course since 1998 and leads key projects including CITAR (2020-2025) and CCD: Centro de Criatividade Digital (2017-2021), focusing on digital arts innovation and cultural heritage preservation. Her academic background includes a PhD in Drawing from the University of the Basque Country (2011), a Master's Degree in Sound and Image from the Portuguese Catholic University (2001), and a degree in Fine Arts - Painting from the School of Fine Arts, University of Porto (1997). These qualifications underpin her interdisciplinary approach to artistic research. Kunz's research explores animation, motion capture, and character design through lenses of gender representation, cultural studies, and mental health. She investigates how animation techniques empower female characters, analyzes the uncanny valley phenomenon, and examines anime's global cultural impact. Her work bridges technical animation practices with theoretical frameworks in digital arts, emphasizing practical applications in education and healthcare contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2018-2023) reveals three dominant trends: (1) motion capture technology for character animation and gender empowerment, (2) the revival of 2D animation through streaming platforms, and (3) interdisciplinary health applications during the pandemic. Her publications consistently integrate computer graphics with cultural analysis, particularly in Japanese animation studies and mental health interventions. Kunz has supervised 48 students at UCP and serves as main examiner for numerous theses. Her grant activities include CITAR's €1.2M project on science and technology of the arts (2020-2025) and CCD's digital creativity initiative (2017-2021), both involving industry partnerships with cultural institutions and technology firms. As a core member of CITAR, she collaborates with over 20 researchers across animation production, motion capture visualization, and digital drawing. She co-organizes major events including the Olho Animation Film Festival (2022) and CINANIMA (2024), fostering connections between academic research and professional animation communities.

• Animation
• Motion Capture
• Character Design
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Eduardo Prado Cardoso is a researcher at the Center for Communication and Culture Studies (CECC) of the Catholic University of Portugal. He holds a PhD in Cultural Studies (summa cum laude, 2024), a triple master's degree in Film Directing (Edinburgh Napier University, Lusófona University, Tallinn University, 2017), and a Bachelor's in Audiovisual Studies (University of São Paulo, 2012). Research Focus: Violence in media/art, digital cultures, Lusophone identity, and social intervention through art. SDG Contributions: Education, reduced inequalities, and sustainable cities via media analysis. His scholarly work includes 13 peer-reviewed publications since 2019, with recent articles examining: Ecological ethics in coastal narratives (2025) Entangled violence in Brazilian digital murders (2024) Phenomenological approaches to audiovisual memory (2023) Digital spectacles of violence across film/TV/social media (2022) He actively participates in academic events such as the Lisbon Summer School for the Study of Culture and serves as chair/organizer in graduate conferences. His media contributions explore aging, digital vulnerability, and cultural fissures.

• Violence in Media and Arts
• Digital Cultures
• Lusophone Cultures
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Armando Ramos is a Researcher at the Research Center for Science and Technology of the Arts (CITAR) and holds an Invited Assistant role at the School of Arts. He holds a Master’s degree in an unspecified field. His research focuses on film studies, cinema production, and educational strategies within the arts sector. Key projects include leading a 2022-2023 research project titled 'Educational strategy for an inclusive and flexible film literacy,' which explored innovative methodologies in film education and genre film analysis. His creative outputs include several cinematic works between 2005-2008, with themes ranging from existential narratives to science fiction storytelling. These films demonstrate expertise in visual storytelling and thematic depth. His collaborations include work on art direction (100% focus in his project) and screenwriting (15% contribution), reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to filmmaking. No academic awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, though his project indicates external funding allocations. His research outputs highlight a focus on cinematic techniques and narrative innovation within the arts.

• Film Studies
• Cinema
• Arts Education
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Sofia Figueiredo is an Adjunct Professor at the Polytechnic Institute of Viseu - School of Education of Viseu , where she teaches courses in Art Education and Multimedia. She holds a PhD in Contemporary Art (2015, University of Coimbra) and a Master's in Multimedia Technology (2007, University of Porto), with research focusing on Humanities - Arts and Engineering Sciences and Technologies . Her academic career spans roles such as Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Illustration (2017-2024) and Scientific Committee member for various educational departments. PhD : Contemporary Art (2015) - University of Coimbra Master's : Multimedia Technology (2007) - University of Porto Bachelor's : Fine Arts - Painting (2004) - University of Porto Postgraduate : Distance Learning and E-learning (2020-2022) - Catholic University of Portugal PhD in Progress : Distance Education and E-Learning (2022-2024) - Open University of Portugal Her research explores interactive narratives , metaverse applications in art education , and digital tools for teaching , with recent publications analyzing comics-based learning and inclusive virtual environments. She has co-authored Handbook of Research on Advancing Teaching (2023) and edited IPVerso, Educação e Cocriação (2023). As a juror and committee member for graduate projects, she supports innovation in Visual Education and Educational Technology .

• Humanities - Arts
• Engineering Sciences and Technologies
• Digital Art
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Alexandra Cruchinho is a Full Professor and Researcher at the School of Communication, Architecture, Art and Information Technologies of Lusófona University (since 2021) and an integrated researcher at the Centre for Research in Applied Communication, Culture and New Technologies (CICANT). She directs the BA and MA in Fashion Design and Production at both the Lisbon and Porto campuses, coordinating academic programs since 2000. Her work includes organizing professional fashion shows and developing photography projects. Education: PhD in Textile Engineering - Design Management, University of Minho (2009) Master's in Art Theory, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Lisbon Degree in Visual and Technological Education, Castelo Branco Polytechnic Institute (1999) Art Direction for Fashion training, Central Saint Martin's, University of the Arts London Research Focus: Her work explores fashion design, production, photography, cultural heritage, and sustainability. She investigates the intersection of traditional techniques with contemporary practices, technological innovation in fashion media, and inclusive design methodologies. Recent projects emphasize social responsibility, cultural preservation, and interdisciplinary approaches to fashion education and industry practices. Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent works (2022-2025) concentrate on sustainability, cultural identity, technological integration, and pedagogical innovation in fashion. Key themes include androgyny in Portuguese design, inclusive fashion systems, craft preservation (e.g., Lérias lace, Castelo Branco embroidery), and multimedia applications in fashion shows. Methodologies frequently employ case studies and emphasize education's role in industry transformation. Leadership & Collaboration: She coordinates fashion design programs across two campuses and leads initiatives bridging academia and industry, including national fashion weeks. At CICANT, she contributes to interdisciplinary research on culture, communication, and technology applications in creative industries.

• Fashion Design
• Fashion Production
• Fashion Photography
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Jaime Neves is an Assistant Professor at the School of Arts, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, and a researcher at the Research Center for Science and Technology of the Arts (CITAR). He holds a PhD in Film Studies with a focus on monochromatic aesthetics in cinema after Technicolor, awarded in 2015. His academic and creative work bridges film theory, audiovisual narrative, and cinematic perception. PhD in Film Aesthetics, School of Arts (2015) Researcher at CITAR – Research Center for Science and Technology of the Arts Active contributor to film literacy and educational strategies Neves' research centers on the role of color in black-and-white cinema, exploring chromatic stimuli, narrative functions, and perceptual awareness. He investigates hybridism, democratization of media, and the evolution of cinematic forms from large to small screens. His work integrates artistic practice with theoretical inquiry, emphasizing the emotional and cognitive impact of visual and auditory elements in film. His recent publications (2022–2024) reflect a strong thematic continuity on monochromatic cinema, color positioning, and changing viewing habits. These works span conference proceedings, journals, and book chapters, often published in Portuguese and Spanish academic venues. The articles demonstrate a deep engagement with audiovisual perception, narrative structure, and the cultural significance of cinematic form. He was awarded a film festival prize in 2018 for the short film "By the Sea" , highlighting his creative contributions alongside scholarly output. Prize at Film Festivals for 'By the Sea' (2018) Neves actively supervises students, including a curricular internship on film direction and production. He is involved in significant research projects such as CITAR (2020–2025) and INSERT (2022–2023), where he served as Co-Principal Investigator for an inclusive film literacy initiative. He regularly participates in academic events, delivers invited talks, and serves on examination juries. His public engagement includes media contributions on audiovisual heritage and the future of cinema. He is a member of a vibrant research network at CITAR, collaborating with scholars in digital arts, sound, and performance. His ongoing work suggests a trajectory focused on the integration of artistic practice, pedagogical innovation, and critical film studies.

• Film Studies
• Cinema and Color Theory
• Audiovisual Narratives
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Idalina Sidoncha is an Assistant Professor in Philosophy at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Nova University of Lisbon, with a focus on cultural philosophy, aesthetics, and the philosophy of art. She holds a PhD in Philosophy from the same institution and previously earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Philosophy from the Faculty of Arts, University of Lisbon. Current affiliation: Nova University of Lisbon Research areas: Philosophy of Culture, Aesthetics, Philosophy of Art Her research explores intersections between phenomenology, cultural sensitivity, and artistic expression, emphasizing figures like Francisco Sanches and Francisco de Holanda. She has edited volumes such as Fenomenologia e Cultura and Cultura e Sensível , contributing chapters on rhetoric, political thought, and cinematic aesthetics. Recent publications analyze themes spanning social entrepreneurship, hybrid organizations, and the role of sensibility in Portuguese cultural constants. Sidoncha also contributes to journals like Revista de Administração de Roraima and Nova Águia , addressing topics from epistemology to cinematic vision. She collaborates with LabCom.IFP and Ta Pragmata collections, advancing interdisciplinary studies in philosophy and cultural media. No explicit awards, grants, or student supervision details are provided in the available text.

• Philosophy
• Philosophy of Culture
• Aesthetics
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Sílvia Rosado Correia Patrício serves as Associate Professor at Universidade Europeia's IADE School of Arts and Design, teaching Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art since 2001. She is an active member of Unidcom research unit's 'Mapear Design: história, produtos, cultura e identidade' group, leading interdisciplinary projects connecting Plastic Arts, Cinema, and Photography. Her academic foundation includes a Painting degree from Lisbon's Faculty of Fine Arts (1993), followed by Master's (1995) and PhD (2000) in Aesthetics from Université Paris 8 under Christine Buci-Glucksmann. As a Gulbenkian and FCT research fellow from 1994-2000, she established her scholarly trajectory before joining IADE. Patrício's research centers on heteronimization beyond poetry, exploring 'othering' mechanisms in image-making across photography, cinema, and painting. Her work interrogates identity construction, bodily representation, and narrative structures in visual culture, with particular focus on Portuguese-speaking artistic contexts and ethical dimensions of contemporary image production. Analysis of her 2013-2017 publications reveals consistent interdisciplinary engagement with Deleuzian concepts, embodiment theory, and cross-medium aesthetic analysis. Key thematic threads include desterritorialization in film (notably Richard Linklater's Boyhood), photographic narrative structures, and ethical frameworks for contemporary visual practice. Her scientific recognition includes: 1994 Honorable Mention from Cité Universitaire de Paris for 'Variações sobre o branco' 1990 Acquisition Prize from Amadora City Council for 'Percursos Urbanos' Patrício founded IADE's Photography and Visual Culture undergraduate program and Photography Studies master's track, securing research funding for interdisciplinary projects since 2001. Her leadership bridges academic scholarship with artistic practice through sustained collaboration with institutions like Université Paris 8 and Université Mohammed V. Within Unidcom's 'Mapear Design' group, she contributes to research examining design history, cultural identity, and product semantics through collaborative projects involving art historians, designers, and cultural theorists across Portuguese-speaking academic networks.

• Aesthetics
• Philosophy of Art
• Plastic Arts
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José António Duarte Domingues is an Assistant Professor at the University of Beira Interior (UBI), affiliated with the Communication Sciences Department. He holds a Doctorate and Master's in Communication Sciences from UBI, and a Bachelor's in Philosophy from the Portuguese Catholic University in Lisbon. His research focuses on Philosophy Education, Religious Studies (particularly religious violence), Aesthetics (with emphases on cinema and architecture), and critical analysis of 20th-century philosophers like Lyotard, Henry, and Weil. He serves as Vice-Coordinator of LabCom.IFP and directs the Ta Pragmata book collection under LabCom.IFP's publishing arm. Additionally, he co-edits the LusoSofia online philosophy and culture library. His work bridges philosophical inquiry with cultural analysis, producing interdisciplinary scholarship across communication sciences, religious studies, and artistic aesthetics. Recent publications include contributions to volumes on Augustine's Civitas Dei , postsecular theory, cinematic aesthetics, and dialogic ethics. Though no explicit awards are listed, his active editorial roles and prolific publishing underscore his scholarly impact. His research demonstrates a commitment to exploring the intersections between philosophical thought and contemporary cultural practices.

• Philosophy Education
• Religious Studies
• Aesthetics
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