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Jaime S. Cardoso is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP) and a Senior Researcher in the 'Information Processing and Pattern Recognition' Area at INESC TEC's Telecommunications and Multimedia Unit. He has been serving as Research Coordinator since September 15, 1998, and is a Senior Member of IEEE as well as co-founder of ClusterMedia Labs. His educational background includes a Licenciatura in Electrical and Computer Engineering (1999), an MSc in Mathematical Engineering (2005), and a Ph.D. in Computer Vision (2006), all from the University of Porto. Cardoso's research focuses on three major areas: computer vision, machine learning, and decision support systems. His work spans medical image analysis, explainable AI, semantic audio-visual analysis, and pattern recognition. He has co-authored over 150 papers, with more than 50 published in international journals, and has accumulated over 6,500 citations. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in cell nuclei segmentation, ordinal regression for CNNs, semantic segmentation with ordinal relationships, face recognition using synthetic data, and explainable vision language models for medical applications. Honorable Mention in the Exame Informática Award 2011 for 'Semantic PACS' First Place in the ICDAR 2013 Music Scores Competition Cardoso has supervised numerous graduate students at UP-FEUP, with recent theses focusing on multimodal explanations, autonomous driving, medical diagnosis, and explainable AI. His research group works at the intersection of computer vision, machine learning, and practical applications in healthcare and autonomous systems.

• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
• Decision Support Systems
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Rodrigo Ventura is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon. He is also a senior researcher at the Institute for Systems and Robotics (ISR-Lisbon), leading the Space and Aeronautics thematic line. His research focuses on the intersection of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, emphasizing human-robot interaction, space robotics, and cognitive architectures. He coordinates the Minor in Space Sciences and Technologies at IST and the MBE on Space Systems for Tecnico+. As Adjoint Faculty at the International Space University (ISU), he contributes to global academic initiatives. His work includes experiments on the International Space Station and participation in analog space missions. Research interests span biologically inspired systems, machine learning, and teleoperation interfaces. Recent publications address reinforcement learning for UAVs, microgravity experiments, and pseudo-haptic feedback for robotic control. He teaches subjects like Artificial Intelligence and Decision Systems, Satellite Engineering, and Autonomous Systems.

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Zita Vale is a Full Professor at the Institute of Engineering (ISEP) of the Polytechnic of Porto (IPP), where she holds the first Full Professor position since 2017. She is a co-founder of GECAD (1999) and coordinates GECAD's Power and Energy (PES) activities. GECAD is recognized by FCT since 2004 and classified as Excellent. She has served as GECAD director (2010-2017), vice-director (1999-2009, 2017-present), and is a member of the administration board. She is also co-founder and member of the coordination board of the National Associated Laboratory on Intelligent Systems. Her educational background includes a PhD (1993) and Agregação/Habilitation (2003) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Porto. She began her academic career at the University of Porto as a Teaching Monitor (1985), Assistant (1985-1993), and Professor (1993-1998) before moving to ISEP in 1998. Zita Vale's research focuses on the design and development of artificial intelligence-based models for Power and Energy Systems. Her work spans knowledge-based systems, multiagent systems, machine learning, metaheuristics, and semantics, with applications in smart grids, energy management, electricity markets, and renewable energy integration. She has an extensive international network and has participated in 80 R&D projects, raising over 22 million Euros for GECAD. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on optimization techniques, explainable AI, energy storage systems, and the integration of distributed energy resources in power systems. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of Applied Energy (Elsevier), a leading journal in the field with an Impact Factor of 11.2. Her citation metrics are impressive, with over 17,000 citations on Google Scholar and an H-index of 64. Editor-in-Chief of Applied Energy (Elsevier) Over 17,000 citations on Google Scholar H-index of 64 Zita Vale has supervised 29 PhD students (25 completed) and 72 MSc students (66 completed), demonstrating her strong commitment to academic mentorship. She has also been involved in numerous international and national evaluation processes, including project proposals, faculty positions, and PhD juries across 15+ countries. She has contributed to over 225 evaluation processes from 2018-2023, including 150+ project proposals/execution, 50+ Faculty/Researchers positions, 2 Habilitation juries, and 25+ PhD juries. She leads GECAD's involvement in several major research initiatives, including the National Associated Laboratory on Intelligent Systems and various European projects such as IoTalentum, TRADERES, DOMINOES, and EcoRural-IoT from Horizon 2020, as well as PRODUTECH EU DIH from Horizon Europe. Her leadership extends to international organizations where she serves as President of Intelligent Systems Applications in Power (ISAP) and Technical Committee Program Chair of IEEE PES Analytic Methods for Power Systems Committee.

• Artificial Intelligence for Power Systems
• Smart Grids
• Energy Management
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Luís Miguel Mendonça Rato is an Associate Professor at the Universidade de Évora and a Senior Researcher with a PhD at Centro ALGORITMI. He is affiliated with the CST R&D Group and VISTA Lab R&D Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Agricultural/Biomedical applications. Academic Degree: PhD Current Position: Associate Professor Labs: VISTA Lab Researcher IDs: ORCID 0000-0003-4492-7548, ResearcherID A-9152-2013, CiênciaID A914-6344-CD2D His research spans machine learning applications in Agricultural Engineering (Sentinel-2 satellite data for nutrient analysis), Biomedical Imaging (MRI-ADC texture analysis for tumor classification), and Control Systems (predictive control algorithms for water delivery canals and solar fields). With an h-index of 11 and 51 publications, his work emphasizes hybrid systems combining traditional engineering with computational innovation. Recent publications highlight trends in SLAM efficiency (2024), cloud service optimization (2022), and deep learning for medical imaging (2022-2023). He has contributed to Smart Cities initiatives through projects like M-Traffic (2006) and NanoSen-AQM (2020). As a senior researcher, he leads projects in the CST R&D Group and VISTA Lab , with notable work in the Universidade de Évora ecosystem.

• Machine Learning
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science
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Henrique O'Neill is an Associate Professor (with Habilitation) in the Department of Marketing, Operations and General Management at ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon, Portugal. He is an Integrated Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte - Research Center in Information Sciences, Technologies and Architecture. His research focuses on information systems adoption, organizational strategy, and process optimization in healthcare, finance, and public administration. Education: PhD in Business Organization and Management - University of Cranfield (1995) Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Higher Technical Institute (1987) Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering - Higher Technical Institute (1983) Research Interests: His work spans business/IT strategy, systems modeling, process analysis, and technology implementation. Key domains include healthcare informatics, banking systems, and Industry 4.0 applications. He emphasizes practical solutions for organizational performance through technology integration. Publication Trends: Recent articles explore intelligent business systems, telemedicine, design science methodologies, and supply chain innovation. His work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with sector-specific applications in healthcare, education, and logistics. Professional Engagement: Member: Portuguese Telemedicine Association, Order of Engineers Commissioner: INEM (National Institute of Medical Emergency) reform study Director: Center for IT Development (2010-2014) Advising & Projects: Supervises 7 graduate students (1 PhD, 6 Master's). Leads EU-funded projects including: Atlantic Crossing (2024-2025): US-Portugal academic collaboration in AI/cybersecurity AAL4ALL (2011-2015): Ambient Assisted Living ecosystem UNITE (2000-2002): Ubiquitous teamwork platforms

• Information Systems
• Operations Management
• Business Strategy
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Pedro Urbano Lima is a Full Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon). His research focuses on Systems, Decision, and Control, with expertise in autonomous systems and robotics. He teaches courses such as 'Autonomous Systems' and supervises integrative projects in electrical and electronic engineering. Affiliation: Institute of Systems and Robotics (ISR) Emails: pedro.lima@tecnico.ulisboa.pt , pal@isr.ist.utl.pt His academic work emphasizes control systems, decision-making algorithms, and the development of autonomous technologies. He contributes to both teaching and research in the field of electrical and computer engineering. Alternative page: http://omni.isr.ist.utl.pt/~pal

• Systems and Control
• Autonomous Systems
• Robotics
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João Paulo Costeira is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), Lisbon. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from IST (1995) and was a Visiting Scientist at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute (1991–1995). His research focuses on Computer Vision, 3D Reconstruction, and Structure from Motion, with contributions to object recognition, robotics, and multimedia analysis. Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, IST (1995); Visiting Scientist, CMU Robotics Institute (1991–1995). Roles: Coordinator of the Signal and Image Processing Group (SIPg), Co-director of the Carnegie Mellon|Portugal Dual PhD Program in ECE and Robotics (2007–2018), and Scientific Director of Carnegie Mellon|Portugal (2014–2018). Research Interests: João's work emphasizes 3D reconstruction from video, rigid and non-rigid motion analysis, and applications in robotics and urban surveillance. He has pioneered methods for motion segmentation and robust correspondence problems in computer vision. Publications: His recent work includes advancements in apple counting systems, rotation averaging for robotics, and domain adaptation for traffic density estimation. These contributions highlight his expertise in real-world computer vision challenges. Awards: None explicitly listed. However, his extensive publication record and academic leadership reflect significant scholarly impact. Advising & Grants: Supervised 13 PhD students, many co-advised with CMU faculty. Active in projects like CityCam (vehicle counting) and MultiDrone (robotics collaboration). Funded by FCT, EU, and industry partnerships. Labs/Teams: Leader of the Signal and Image Processing Group (SIPg) at ISR. Involved in NETSyS program for networked systems and robotics.

• Computer Vision
• 3D Reconstruction
• Structure from Motion
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Alberto Rodrigues da Silva is a Professor at the Institute Superior Técnico , part of the University of Lisbon . He teaches Fundamentals of Information Systems , primarily during the 1st Semester of the 2025/2026 academic year. His scientific interests revolve around Information Systems , Model-Driven Engineering (MDE), Requirements Engineering (RE), Social Computing , and Software Engineering . He has extensively contributed to the development of rigorous requirements specification languages like RSL (Requirements Specification Language) and its extensions (e.g., RSL-IL4Privacy for privacy policies). His collaborative work spans automated acceptance testing, GDPR compliance, and domain-specific languages (DSLs) for applications such as mobile development , digital twins , and legal contexts (e.g., LegalLanguage ). His research trends focus on integrating model-driven engineering with privacy policies , IoT applications , and low-code platforms . He has also explored tools like Maestro for data classification and usability testing, and RiverCure for flood simulation. Email: alberto.silva@tecnico.ulisboa.pt .

• Information Systems
• Model-Driven Engineering
• Requirements Engineering
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André Catarino is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Textile Engineering at the University of Minho, Portugal, and Deputy Director of the 2C2T – Center for Textile Science and Technology since 2022. He is an integrated researcher at the center, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of textiles, electronics, and materials science. Education: Postgraduate Specialization in Digital Business, University of Porto, Porto Business School (2020–2021) Ph.D. in Textile Engineering, University of Minho (2005) M.Sc. in Textile Engineering, University of Minho (1998) B.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Porto (1992) Research Interests: André Catarino's research spans a wide range of domains, including smart and electronic textiles , wearable sensor systems , materials engineering , and functional textiles for health and sports . His recent work also delves into digital marketing and the application of artificial intelligence in textile systems. His expertise encompasses electronics, instrumentation, programming, fabric manufacturing, and textile characterization. He has led or participated in over 25 national and international research projects , including EU-funded initiatives like BE@T, GreenAuto, and Fashion Alive. His work has resulted in 4 Portuguese patents and 1 European patent , alongside numerous prototypes and technology transfers. Publications and Impact: With over 115 scientific publications , including journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings, his research output is both broad and impactful. His recent publications focus on smart vests for posture monitoring, textile-based EMG electrodes, and consumer behavior in fashion marketing. Student Supervision: He has supervised or co-supervised more than 45 master’s and doctoral dissertations , covering topics from wearable health monitoring systems to sustainable fashion design and digital marketing strategies. Labs and Teams: As Deputy Director of the 2C2T – Center for Textile Science and Technology , he leads a multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers. The center is a hub for innovation in textile science, with a strong emphasis on integrating electronics, sustainability, and human-centered design into textile applications.

• Textile Engineering
• Smart Textiles
• Electronic Textiles
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Helder Carvalho is an Associate Professor at the University of Minho's School of Engineering, Campus de Azurém, where he also serves as Director of the Department of Textile Engineering and Director of the Master's program in Textile and Accessories Product Design and Innovation. His academic career spans over three decades, with a focus on textile engineering and its intersection with electronics and automation systems. His educational background includes: PhD in Textile Engineering (2004) from University of Minho, School of Engineering MSc in Textile Engineering (1998) from University of Minho, School of Engineering BSc in Electrotechnical and Computer Engineering (1992) from University of Porto, Faculty of Engineering Professor Carvalho's research primarily focuses on smart textiles, textile sensors, and instrumentation systems for industrial sewing machines. His work bridges the gap between traditional textile manufacturing and modern electronics, creating innovative solutions for interactive textiles and wearable technology. He has particular expertise in developing flexible sensors that can be integrated into fabrics for applications ranging from sports performance monitoring to healthcare. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward sports applications of smart textiles, with numerous papers on fencing apparel, karate body protectors, and general athletic performance monitoring. The research spans material science, sensor development, and user experience design, showing a comprehensive approach to creating functional and attractive smart textile products. Professor Carvalho has received recognition through research funding from major institutions: BE@T Bioeconomy Textile and Clothing (current) Greenauto - Green Innovation for the Automotive Industry (current) Factor ST+ (2021-2023) FAMEST (2017-2020) TSSIPRO (2016-2019) He has directed multiple academic programs including the Master's in Textile and Accessories Product Design and Innovation, and coordinated educational initiatives like the CET 'Fashion Commerce' program. His work at the Textile Science and Technology Centre demonstrates a commitment to translating research into practical applications across sports, healthcare, and industrial manufacturing sectors.

• Textile Engineering
• Smart Textiles
• Textile Sensors
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Ana Maria Gomes is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Biotechnology of Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP), affiliated with the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF). She holds a PhD in Biotechnology (1999) and specializes in probiotics, functional foods, and bioactive compounds. Her research focuses on enhancing food systems through innovative processing techniques and valorizing byproducts for health benefits. Education: PhD in Biotechnology (1999) Affiliations: CBQF, UCP Faculty of Biotechnology Key Projects: PeptiBiotics (2023-2024), AWARE (2022-2026), VIIAFOOD (2021-2025) Research Interests: Probiotics, functional food development, antioxidant mechanisms, and food biotechnology. She explores applications in antimicrobial peptides, alternative proteins, and sustainable food systems through interdisciplinary collaborations. Recent work includes studies on diatom bioactivity, avocado oil metabolism effects, and high-pressure cheese processing. Awards include the NEWFOOD 2020 prize for food innovation and recognition for obesity-prevention yogurt research. Supervised 46 academic works at UCP Active in grants: FIND4S (2024-2027), STARGATE (2021-2023) Labs/Teams: Leads CBQF’s food biotechnology initiatives and collaborates with the VIIAFOOD innovation platform.

• Probiotics
• Functional Food
• Antioxidants
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Nuno Miguel Fonseca Ferreira is a Full Professor at the Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Coimbra (ISEC), part of the Polytechnic of Coimbra, where he currently serves as President of the Scientific Council. His academic career spans over 25 years at ISEC, progressing from Assistant to Professor Coordenador Principal. He has held significant leadership positions including Vice-President of ISEC (2001-2005), Pro-President of the Polytechnic of Coimbra (2009-2010), President of ISEC (2010-2013), and Vice-President of the Polytechnic of Coimbra (2013-2017), where he was responsible for internationalization initiatives. His educational background includes a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Porto (1996), a Doctorate in Electrical Engineering from the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (2006), and a Habilitation Title (Aggregation) from the same institution (2020). His research focuses on Robotic Systems, with specialization in cooperative robotic systems as evidenced by his Habilitation work. Professor Ferreira's research spans multiple domains of robotics and intelligent systems, with particular emphasis on multi-robot coordination, environmental applications, and medical robotics. His work bridges theoretical control systems with practical applications across diverse fields including forestry, healthcare, manufacturing, and education. He has developed innovative approaches to robotic manipulation, sensor integration, and human-robot interaction, often incorporating advanced techniques from artificial intelligence and machine learning. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward practical applications of robotics in real-world environments, particularly in forestry maintenance, industrial automation, and medical applications. The research shows progression from theoretical control systems to applied robotics in challenging environments, with increasing integration of computer vision, deep learning, and collaborative systems. His work spans both fundamental robotics research and immediate industrial applications, reflecting a balance between academic inquiry and practical implementation. Professor Ferreira has supervised two doctoral theses and participated in numerous research projects with substantial funding. His leadership extends to coordinating 15 of the 33 national and international R&D projects he has participated in, demonstrating significant grant acquisition and management capabilities. His international collaborations through Erasmus+ and other European programs highlight his role in fostering global research partnerships. He is an integrated member of GECAD (Research Group in Engineering and Intelligent Computing for Innovation and Advanced Development), a Portuguese R&D unit classified as Excellent by the Portuguese Science and Technology Foundation. Additionally, he is a member of LASI (Associated Laboratory for Intelligent Systems), the Portuguese laboratory associated with Artificial Intelligence, connecting him to a broader national research ecosystem.

• Robotic Systems
• Intelligent Computing
• Artificial Intelligence
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Adriano Jorge Cardoso Moreira is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the Department of Information Systems, School of Engineering, Universidade do Minho, Portugal. He is also a Senior Researcher at the Algoritmi Research Centre and Scientific Coordinator of the Urban and Mobile Computing department at Centro de Computação Gráfica. His research focuses on indoor positioning , mobile and context-aware computing , urban computing , and simulation of wireless networks . Research Interests : Indoor Positioning, Mobile Computing, Urban Mobility, Sensor Networks, Wi-Fi and UWB Localization, Smart Cities. Leadership : Coordinated the Computer Communications and Pervasive Media Group (2008-2016), Scientific Committee member (Director of MAP-tele PhD program in multiple terms), and leads the Master in Telecommunications and Informatics since 2021. Publications : Over 100 papers, including IEEE Transactions and Sensors journal articles, with an h-index of 23 and 2136 citations. Awards : First and second prizes in EvAAL-ETRI Indoor Localization Competitions (2015, 2016, 2017).

• Indoor Positioning
• Mobile Computing
• Context-aware Computing
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Maria Leonilde Rocha Varela is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the School of Engineering, University of Minho, Portugal, where she also serves as a Senior Researcher at the Algoritmi Research Centre. She has been an integrated member of the Algoritmi Research Centre since 2012 and works in the Department of Production and Systems. Dr. Varela earned her degree in Production Engineering from the University of Minho in 1994, completed a Master's in Computer Integrated Production at DPS-UMinho in 1999, and received her Ph.D. in Production and Systems from the University of Minho in 2007. Her primary research focuses on Manufacturing Management, particularly Production Planning, Control and Optimization, and Collaborative Paradigms, Networks and Decision Making Models. She maintains extensive international collaborations with institutions worldwide including the National Institute of Industrial Engineering, VSB-Technick Univerzita Ostrava, University of Belgrade, and others. Her research spans Web Applications and Services for supporting Engineering and Production Management, with increasing emphasis on Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Process Automation, and Industry 4.0/5.0 applications. She has made significant contributions to scheduling algorithms, optimization techniques, and decision support systems for manufacturing environments. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating Artificial Intelligence with traditional manufacturing processes, particularly in Robotic Process Automation applications. Her research increasingly focuses on sustainable manufacturing practices, with numerous publications addressing energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and resource optimization. There is a clear emphasis on multi-objective optimization approaches to solve complex manufacturing problems, particularly in distributed job shop scheduling. Her work demonstrates an evolution from traditional production planning methods to more advanced AI-driven approaches for Industry 4.0 and 5.0 environments. Dr. Varela has held significant academic leadership roles, currently serving as the director of the master's course in Engineering and Quality Management at DPS-UMinho. She previously coordinated the industrial management and systems subgroup from 2012 to 2021 and was part of the steering committee for the master's course in systems engineering between 2016 and 2019. She has successfully supervised more than 70 MSc projects, with over 15 currently ongoing, focusing on Production and Systems Engineering. Her supervision encompasses collaborative management models, traditional decision approaches, and web-based platforms incorporating AI techniques. She coordinates research projects including 2 concluded Ph.D. projects and 6 ongoing ones. She collaborates as a research member in several R&D projects with national and international industrial enterprises and institutions, and in international Erasmus projects. Dr. Varela is an active participant in the academic community, serving on editorial boards of several international journals and as a member of organizing and scientific committees for numerous international conferences. She is a member of several prestigious research networks including the Euro Working Group of Decision Support Systems (EWG-DSS), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Industrial Engineering Network, and the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE).

• Manufacturing Management
• Production Planning
• Production Control
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Milton de Sousa is an Associate Professor at Nova School of Business & Economics in the Department of Management and Organizations, where he served as director of international development and academic director of CEMS MiM. He co-founded the Leadership for Impact Knowledge Center and brings nearly 30 years of professional experience spanning engineering, consulting, and entrepreneurship, including 14 years in the Netherlands. His educational background includes: PhD in Management from the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (2014) MBA with Distinction from the University of Bradford (2003) Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Porto (1998) De Sousa's research centers on servant leadership, meaning in organizations, and the impact of Artificial Intelligence on work and management. He investigates how leadership and technology intersect to shape the future of work, with emphasis on complex adaptive systems and innovation. His work bridges academic theory with practical executive applications through Nova SBE's Leadership for Impact Knowledge Center. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on servant leadership across diverse contexts including cross-cultural studies, organizational change, and AI integration. His research frequently addresses societal challenges, ethical dimensions of leadership, and practical frameworks for managing paradoxes in complex environments. He directs multiple AI-focused executive programs including Managing with AI and AI for HR and Talent Management. As co-host of a leadership podcast at Observador and frequent media contributor, he actively disseminates research insights to broader professional audiences.

• Servant leadership
• Artificial Intelligence in management
• Future of work
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