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Dr. Federico M. Requena is a Professor of Contemporary Church History at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross (PUSC) in Rome since 2009, with additional roles as Assistant Director of the Josemaría Escrivá Study Center (CEJE) and collaborator at the Church History Institute (IHI) of the University of Navarra. His academic journey includes two doctorates: Theology (1996) and History (2007), both from the University of Navarra, following earlier degrees in Theology (1993) from PUSC and Geography/History (1987) from the University of Murcia. Doctorate in Theology (1996), University of Navarra Doctorate in History (2007), University of Navarra Bachelor in Theology (1993), Pontifical University of the Holy Cross Bachelor in Geography and History (1987), University of Murcia As a leading scholar in European and US religious history, Dr. Requena specializes in the History of Opus Dei, Catholicism during the Primo de Rivera dictatorship and Second Republic, religious associations, and transnational church networks. His research spans institutional expansion, clerical leadership, and the interplay between religious identity and modernity. His publications include 15 recent articles analyzing transnational religious movements, with particular focus on Opus Dei's expansion (1948-1961), US-Latin American Vatican collaborations, and Cold War-era Catholic dynamics. Key methodologies include historiographical analysis, archival research across European and American institutions, and comparative studies of religious organizations. Director of Studia et Documenta journal (2023-present) Vice-Director of journal's Editorial Board (2010-2023) Member of Notre Dame's Cushwa Center Advisory Committee (2024) Dr. Requena has directed and co-directed multiple theses on Spanish spiritual literature and religious historiography while maintaining active roles in international conferences and research stays at prestigious institutions including Harvard, Notre Dame, and Oxford. He has pioneered digital resources like the Josemaría Escrivá Virtual Library and maintains extensive collaborations across Catholic academic networks. Current affiliations include the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross (Rome), University of Navarra's Centro de Estudios Josemaría Escrivá (Pamplona), and the Institute for Religious Sciences (Bologna). His work bridges archival rigor with contemporary relevance, focusing on religious modernity and institutional adaptation in both European and American contexts.

• European Religious History
• US Religious History
• History of Opus Dei
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Dr. Inmaculada Alva Rodríguez serves as a Researcher at the University of Navarra's Centro de Estudios Josemaría Escrivá (CEJE), actively contributing to the Historia del Opus Dei and GIHRE Historia reciente research groups. Her multidisciplinary background bridges historical and theological scholarship with institutional analysis of Catholic movements. Doctor by Universidad de Córdoba (1993): Thesis on municipal administration in Spanish colonial Manila (16th-17th centuries) Doctor by University of Navarra (2002): Analysis of theologian Francisco Javier Alegre's work (1729-1788) Doctor by University of Navarra (2007): Study of Jean Danielou's perspectives on Christianity and world religions (1905-1974) Her research integrates ecclesiastical history with colonial studies, examining institutional development through primary source analysis of Catholic theological frameworks. Specialized expertise includes the socio-political dimensions of religious movements in Hispanic contexts and modern Catholic intellectual history. Current collaborative work focuses on documenting the historical trajectory of Opus Dei through archival research within the CEJE framework. Ongoing projects explore intersections between religious thought and cultural identity formation in Spanish-speaking societies across three centuries.

• History
• Theology
• Religious Studies
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Ana Escauriaza Escudero is a Researcher at the University of Navarra's Centro de Estudios Josemaría Escrivá (CEJE), actively contributing to the Historia del Opus Dei and NVM Narrativa, violencia y memoria research groups. Her academic credentials include: Doctorate from Universidad del País Vasco (2022) with thesis: La Universidad ante ETA. Violencia, silencio y resistencia (1959-2011) , supervised by Dr. Gaizka Fernández Soldevilla and Dr. Santiago De Pablo Contreras Her research critically examines 20th-century Spanish institutional responses to terrorism , particularly ETA's impact on universities, while exploring intersections of violence, historical memory , and narrative construction in contemporary Spain. This work bridges political history with trauma studies through the lens of Catholic intellectual movements like Opus Dei. Dr. Escudero's collaborative framework involves cross-disciplinary teams analyzing how educational institutions navigated political violence through resistance, silence, and archival preservation during Spain's transition to democracy.

• Contemporary Spanish History
• History of Terrorism
• Violence and Memory Studies
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Mercedes Montero Díaz is a Professor in the Department of Public Communication at the Faculty of Communication, University of Navarra. She has held significant academic and administrative roles, including Vice-Dean of the Faculty (1995–2001), Director of the Department of Public Communication (2005–2011), and Deputy Director of the Doctoral School in Humanities and Legal and Social Sciences (2011–2024). Her academic career spans over three decades, progressing from Assistant to Full Professor, and she is currently recognized as a Catedrática de Universidad. PhD in History, University of Navarra (2001) PhD in Information Sciences, University of Navarra (1991) BA in Information Sciences (Journalism), University of Navarra (1981) BA in Philosophy and Letters (History), 1994 Her research focuses on the History of Journalism and Advertising, the history of women in Spanish universities (particularly 1910–1936), and the role of women in religious institutions such as the Opus Dei and the Teresian Institution. She explores themes of gender, education, religious influence, and media from historical and sociological perspectives. Her publications span monographs and articles on the Catholic National Association of Propagandists (ACNdP), the history of Ediciones Rialp, and pioneering studies on sorority and female solidarity networks. Her recent works emphasize women's roles in religious and academic spheres, analyzing how women navigated public and intellectual life in early 20th century Spain. Mercedes Montero Díaz was a Visiting Scholar at the Department of History, University of California, Berkeley (2006), underscoring her international academic engagement. She has supervised doctoral theses and contributed to the development of academic programs, particularly in the humanities. She has led research groups such as 'Historia del Opus Dei' and was part of 'RELSOC Religión y sociedad civil', reflecting her interdisciplinary and collaborative approach.

• History of Journalism
• History of Advertising
• History of Women in Education
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Onésimo Díaz Hernández is a Researcher at the Center for Josemaría Escrivá Studies (CEJE) within the University of Navarra, actively contributing to the History of Opus Dei and GIHRE Recent History research groups. He earned his doctorate from the University of the Basque Country (Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea) in 1995 under the supervision of Dr. Juan Pablo Fusi Aizpurua. His dissertation analyzed provincial administration during Spain's Restoration period, specifically examining the Álava Provincial Council (1876-1923). His research centers on pivotal historical domains with specialized expertise in: Spanish political history of the Restoration era (1876-1923) Institutional evolution of provincial governance structures Historical development of religious movements, particularly Opus Dei Modern Spanish administrative systems Díaz Hernández's scholarly work is anchored in primary source analysis of 19th-20th century Spanish institutional frameworks through his dual research group affiliations at the University of Navarra.

• History
• Spanish History
• Modern History
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Santiago Martínez Sánchez is a Professional Researcher affiliated with the University of Navarra , associated with the Josemaría Escrivá Study Center (CEJE) and the History of Opus Dei research group. He earned his doctorate in 2003 with the thesis "El cardenal Pedro Segura y Sáenz (1880-1957)" , supervised by Dr. Gonzalo Redondo Gálvez. Research Interests: Religious Studies, Catholic Church history, Opus Dei studies, 20th-century historical analysis. Education: PhD in History from University of Navarra (2003).

• Religious Studies
• History
• Catholic Church
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Carlos Veci Lavín is a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the University of Navarra's Institute of Culture and Society, affiliated with the Centro de Estudios Josemaría Escrivá (CEJE) research center and the 'Historia del Opus Dei' research group. He obtained his doctorate from the University of Navarra in 2021 with a dissertation on José Ibáñez Martín's political trajectory in education policy (1914-1958), supervised by Dr. Alvaro Ferrary Ojeda. His research specializes in 20th-century Spanish educational history, focusing on: Education policy during the Franco regime and Second Republic Influence of fascist educational models Catholic Church's role in education Propaganda mechanisms in academic institutions Development of residential college systems Veci Lavín's publications consistently examine authoritarian educational reforms, church-state tensions in pedagogy, and comparative analyses of fascist-era education systems. His work demonstrates methodological emphasis on archival research and political-historical analysis of educational institutions.

• History of Education
• Spanish History
• Francoist Spain
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Juan Luis Lorda Iñarra is a distinguished Full Professor of Dogmatic Theology at the University of Navarra's Faculty of Theology and Core Curriculum Institute. With academic service spanning over forty years since 1983, he currently serves as Director of the Department of Dogmatic Theology, a position he has held since 2017. His academic career is deeply intertwined with his religious vocation as a Catholic priest ordained in 1983 and member of Opus Dei. Professor Lorda's research focuses primarily on Dogmatic Theology with special emphasis on Theological Anthropology, Christian Anthropology, and Biblical Anthropology. His scholarly work explores the Catholic theological understanding of human nature, the relationship between faith and reason, and the theological foundations of human dignity. He leads the ART T&H Architectural Research Team: Theory and History, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement beyond traditional theological boundaries. His publications reflect a substantial scholarly output including numerous monographs such as 'Theological Anthropology' (2020), 'Christian Anthropology: From the Second Vatican Council to John Paul II' (2004), and 'Biblical Anthropology: From Adam to Christ' (2005). His work spans both specialized theological treatises and broader humanistic reflections in works like 'Humanism. The Invisible Goods' and 'Humanism II. Tasks of the spirit.' Full Professor of Dogmatic Theology at University of Navarra Director of Department of Dogmatic Theology (since 2017) Member of Opus Dei Chaplain of Brotherhood of Passion of Lord (since 2022) Beyond his academic roles, Professor Lorda contributes significantly to Catholic intellectual life through regular contributions to publications including Alfa y Omega, Palabra, Nuestro Tiempo, and Aceprensa, as well as appearances in mainstream media such as Diario de Navarra, La Gaceta de los Negocios, El País, and Radio Nacional de España's Alborada program. His unique background combining industrial engineering (1977) with theological studies (doctorate 1982) informs his systematic approach to theological questions.

• Dogmatic Theology
• Theological Anthropology
• Christian Anthropology
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