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Dr. Jesus Barreal Pernas serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Quantitative Economics at the Faculty of Economic and Business Sciences, University of Santiago de Compostela. His research bridges environmental policy, tourism economics, and educational innovation with significant regional impact in Galicia and broader European relevance. His academic foundation includes a 2015 PhD from the University of Santiago de Compostela with thesis "Wildfires in Galicia: causality, forest policy and risk in forest management" supervised by Dra. Maria L. Loureiro. This environmental economics work established his expertise in spatial analysis of forest systems. Barreal Pernas' research program demonstrates three converging trajectories: First, environmental economics focusing on wildfire patterns and forest policy in Galicia using spatial econometrics. Second, tourism economics examining sustainable financing mechanisms (particularly green tax willingness), international tourist segmentation, and PDO region development. Third, educational innovation through gamification techniques for teaching statistics in economics and tourism degrees. His recent publications reveal increasing emphasis on gender perspectives in financial inclusion and pandemic-related economic impacts. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications shows methodological sophistication in spatial modeling and survey-based behavioral research, with strong policy relevance for Galician regional authorities and European tourism sectors. Key thematic clusters include sustainable tourism financing (12% of recent output), educational technology applications (18%), wildfire management (8%), and gender economics (7%). No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials, though his collaborative network spans multiple European institutions as evidenced by co-authorship patterns. His advisory role appears focused on thesis supervision within USC's economics programs, with research projects frequently addressing practical challenges in Galician tourism and environmental management. Current initiatives suggest expansion into post-pandemic tourism recovery and advanced gamification frameworks for quantitative education.

• Environmental Economics
• Tourism Economics
• Gender Economics
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María Ayete Gil is a researcher in the Department of Filology, Communication and Documentation at the University of Alcalá, specializing in contemporary Spanish literature, political narratives, and gender studies. She is an active academic with a PhD from the University of Salamanca and a member of the GILCO (Contemporary Literature Research Group). Her work explores the ideological dimensions of literature, particularly in relation to social movements like 15M, rural representations, and feminist discourse. Her research interests include: Political Literature Gender and Intersectionality Neorural Narratives Marxism and Critical Theory Contemporary Spanish Fiction Literary Ideology and Power Her scholarly output reveals a strong focus on authors such as Sara Mesa, Bibiana Collado Medrano, and Federico Falco, analyzing themes of precarity, moral authority, and the politicization of narrative form. Her recent publications (2023–2025) demonstrate sustained engagement with evolving literary trends, particularly the role of literature in social critique and resistance. She frequently publishes in specialized journals such as Kamchatka , Orillas , and Revista Chilena de Literatura . Her work reflects a deep theoretical engagement with thinkers like Rancière, Badiou, Bourdieu, and Foucault. She has co-edited volumes and organized academic events, including an international conference on rural representations in Hispanic literatures. While no formal list of advisees is provided, her supervisory role in thesis work and collaborative research suggests mentoring activity. Among her scientific contributions are critical editions and reviews on works addressing revolution, feminism, and literary resistance. She has also conducted interviews with prominent authors, further establishing her role in contemporary literary discourse. She is affiliated with the University of Alcalá, contributes to interdisciplinary research, and maintains an active presence in academic networks. Her publications consistently address the interplay between literature, ideology, and social transformation, positioning her as a significant voice in current Spanish literary criticism.

• Spanish Literature
• Political Literature
• Contemporary Literature
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Joaquin Farinos Dasi is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia, Spain. He is affiliated with the Inter-university Institute for Local Development (IIDL) and leads the research group GDLS Sustainable Local Development and Government. His academic focus lies in Regional Geographical Analysis, with extensive contributions to territorial planning, governance, and sustainable development. His research interests center on territorial planning , spatial governance , urban-rural relations , climate change adaptation , and public participation in planning . He explores how territorial policies can foster equity, resilience, and cohesion, particularly in the context of demographic challenges and energy transitions. His work critically examines institutional frameworks, legal procedures, and the role of intermediate cities in shaping sustainable territorial models. The analysis of his recent publications (2020–2025) reveals a strong thematic focus on spatial planning in transition , territorial governance , and EU policy integration . His research spans comparative European case studies, Spanish regional planning, and Valencian territorial dynamics. Key trends include participatory planning, disaster risk management, water governance, and the redefinition of territorial culture through education and public engagement. He has supervised doctoral research, including the thesis by Esther Rando Burgos on territorial management. His work is supported by institutional affiliations and collaborations, though specific grants are not detailed in the provided text. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. He is actively involved in research dissemination through international congresses and policy-oriented guides, such as the Decálogo para una adecuada práctica de la Ordenación del Territorio , emphasizing practical governance frameworks for effective spatial planning in Spain.

• Regional Geographical Analysis
• Territorial Planning
• Spatial Governance
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Ruben Gimenez Garcia is a researcher at the University of Murcia specializing in territorial dynamics and urban geography, affiliated with the COLUMNARIA research group focused on History and Territorial Dynamics of the Iberian Worlds. He completed his PhD in 2022 with a thesis on spatial diffusion of urbanized areas in Murcia's urban agglomeration under supervisors Dr. Ramón García Marín and Dr. José María Serrano Martínez. His research portfolio centers on territorial transformations in southeastern Spain, with three core thematic pillars: (1) urban sprawl dynamics evidenced in longitudinal studies of Murcia's metropolitan expansion (1990-2018); (2) rural depopulation processes examining service accessibility thresholds in regions like Sierra del Segura; and (3) sustainable territorial development through pilgrimage tourism innovation and agropastoral systems. His methodological approach integrates spatial analysis with socio-demographic fieldwork, frequently employing GIS for land cover change detection. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a pronounced focus on spatial manifestations of demographic crises - particularly how basic service deficiencies accelerate rural exodus in Spain's southeast quadrant. His work demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary convergence, blending geographical analysis with tourism studies (evident in Caravaca de la Cruz pilgrimage route development) and agricultural economics (Los Pedroches livestock sustainability). Notably, he extends traditional geographical inquiry through cinematic landscape analysis of the Andes and pandemic-era demographic studies. Ruben maintains active collaboration within the University of Murcia's research ecosystem, having previously contributed to the Dinámicas Territoriales group before joining COLUMNARIA. His email contact ruben.gimenez@um.es confirms institutional affiliation, though specific departmental placement remains unreported in available materials.

• Territorial Dynamics
• Urban Geography
• Rural Depopulation
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Javier Esparcia Pérez is a Full Professor ( Catedrático de Universidad ) in the Department of Geography at the University of Valencia, within the Faculty of Geography and History. He is the director of the UDERVAL (Unit for Rural Development and Evaluation of Public Policies), a recognized research group integrated into the Inter-university Institute for Local Development (IIDL). His academic and research profile is deeply rooted in regional and rural geography, with a strong focus on territorial development, social capital, and public policy evaluation, particularly in the context of European rural development programs such as LEADER. His research interests are centered on the socio-economic transformation of rural areas, the role of social networks and leadership in territorial governance, and the evaluation of rural development policies. He has extensively explored the dynamics of local action groups, social innovation, and the application of Social Network Analysis (SNA) to understand capital formation and governance structures in rural settings. His recent work addresses pressing issues such as rural depopulation, rural-urban synergies, and the sustainability of local development models. His publication record over the past five years reveals a clear trend towards analyzing depopulation, civil society engagement, media narratives on rural decline, and the application of network analysis in both rural development and healthcare. His work spans interdisciplinary domains, including geography, sociology, political science, and public policy. He has made significant contributions to understanding innovation diffusion in organic farming and the structure of public-private partnerships in maternal healthcare, showcasing the versatility of his methodological approach. President of the University Teaching Accreditation Commission (E-19), ANECA (2016–present) Area Coordinator for Scientific Journal Evaluation, FECYT (2016) Member and former President of CNEAI (2013–2015) Spanish Representative in the European Science Foundation's Social Sciences Standing Committee (2007–2013) European Commission Research Evaluator (since 1998) He has supervised several doctoral students, including J. Serrano and J. Escribano, and has directed master's programs in local development. He has led and participated in numerous competitive research projects funded by the European Commission and the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation. His leadership extends to editorial roles, such as Sub-director of AGER-Revista de Estudios sobre Despoblación y Desarrollo Rural , and active participation in the peer review process for high-impact journals in rural studies and geography. He has also contributed to academic reform, particularly in the design and implementation of Geography degrees in Spanish universities in the context of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).

• Rural Development
• Regional Geography
• Social Capital
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Eduardo Rico Boquete is a researcher specializing in agrarian history and forest policy, associated with the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela. He earned his doctorate in History there in 1995 with a thesis on 20th-century Galician forestry. His research focuses on Francoist-era policies, autarky, timber industries, and rural development. Key projects include analysis of forest protection catalogues (2013), eucalyptus expansion in Andalusia (2009), and post-war afforestation programs in Soria and Badajoz (2008). He contributed to Á volta do tempo (2021) and collaborates on initiatives like the Barbanza Ecosocial Laboratory and the HISTAGRA research group. His work bridges environmental policy, socio-economic structures, and historical institutional frameworks. Current involvement includes projects on agrarian transformation (2020s), rural violence studies, and agroecology networks. His publications critically examine state interventions in land use, ecological consequences of policy decisions, and rural socio-economic dynamics under authoritarian regimes.

• Agrarian History
• Timber Industry
• Forest Policy
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Federico Martinez-Carrasco Pleite is Associate Professor of Applied Economics at Universidad de Murcia. He serves as Vice Dean for Academic Planning and co-directs the Sustainable Development/2030 Agenda Chair. Research focuses on agricultural economics, rural sustainability, and cooperative systems. Recent publications analyze rural depopulation policies, sustainable consumption patterns, and agri-food cooperatives' competitiveness. Leads projects on socio-ecosystem mapping and regional sustainability indicators.

• Agricultural Economics
• Rural Development
• Agri-food Cooperatives
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ÓSCAR FERNÁNDEZ ÁLVAREZ is a Professor at the University of León, affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters and the Department of History. His research focuses on Social Anthropology, Gender Studies, and Rural Development. He earned a doctorate from the University of Barcelona with a thesis on the anthropological study of León’s historic city. His research interests include Visual Anthropology, Anthropology of Kinship, Cultural Tourism, and Religious Heritage. Rural Studies : Neo-ruralism, biocultural memory, rural depopulation, and gender dynamics in rural areas. Gender and Migration : Social exclusion, female migration, and intercultural education. Cultural Heritage : Religious heritage, indigenous cultures, and sustainable tourism. His recent publications analyze the evolution of anthropology in Spain, gender violence, and rural development strategies, reflecting interdisciplinary methodologies.

• Social Anthropology
• Visual Anthropology
• Anthropology of Kinship
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Manuel Luis Gonzalez De Molina Navarro is a Full Professor at Pablo de Olavide University (UPO) in Seville, Spain, specializing in Contemporary History within the Department of Geography, History and Philosophy. He serves as Coordinator of the Agroecosystems History Lab (AGROECOLOGYLAB) and directs the International Master's Program on Agroecology jointly offered by UPO and the International University of Andalusia since 1996. His research spans Environmental History , Agroecology , and Socio-ecological Metabolism , with particular focus on the historical analysis of Spanish agricultural systems. His doctoral work at Universidad de Granada examined La desamortización del trienio liberal en Andalucia (1984) under Dr. José Cepeda Adán. Key methodological contributions include the development of Social Agrarian Metabolism for analyzing agroecosystems and innovative sustainability assessment tools based on land cost calculations. His publication trends reveal deep engagement with long-term socio-ecological transitions in Mediterranean agriculture, examining energy flows, water dynamics, and sustainability metrics across historical periods. Recent work emphasizes agroecological transitions , food system redesign , and policy frameworks for sustainable agriculture, with notable publications in journals like Ecological Economics and Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems . He holds leadership positions as President of the Spanish Society for Agrarian History (SEHA) and former Vice-president of the Spanish Society for Organic Agriculture (SEAE, 2006-2014). His policy experience includes serving as Andalusian Minister of Organic Agriculture (2004-2007). He contributes to editorial boards of Historia Agraria , Anthropoce , Sustainability , and Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems . The Agroecosystems History Lab under his coordination conducts interdisciplinary research integrating historical, ecological, and socio-economic perspectives. His international collaborations include research stays at UC-Berkeley, Terza Universitá di Roma, and UAM-Campus Morelia, reflecting a globally engaged scholarly approach to agrarian sustainability challenges.

• Environmental History
• Agroecology
• Socio-ecological Metabolism
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Jaime Escribano Pizarro is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia (Spain) . His academic work centers on rural geography, territorial development, and the socio-economic dynamics of rural areas. He is affiliated with the UDERVAL research group (Unit for Rural Development and Evaluation of Public Policies) and the Inter-university Institute for Local Development (IIDL) . His research investigates public services, social capital, depopulation, and governance in rural contexts, particularly through EU LEADER programs. PhD in Geography, University of Valencia (2010) Supervised by Dr. Javier Esparcia Pérez Thesis: The Role of Public Services in Rural Development: A Comparative Perspective His research interests include rural depopulation, territorial governance, social capital, rural education and healthcare, gender dynamics, and service-learning in geography . He frequently examines the interplay between public services and demographic sustainability in rural Spain, with a regional focus on the Valencian Community and comparative studies in Chile and Ecuador. His recent work emphasizes multidimensional analyses of rural decline and resilience. His publications reflect a consistent focus on rural development strategies, social exclusion, public policy evaluation, and participatory governance . He has contributed extensively to academic journals and edited volumes, often analyzing LEADER programs, territorial revitalization, and the role of local action groups. His recent articles explore place attachment, youth needs, and post-pandemic relocalization trends in rural Spain. Jaime Escribano has not been mentioned receiving any formal scientific awards in the provided texts. He advises and mentors students in local development research and has contributed to pedagogical innovation, particularly in service-learning (ApS) and project-based learning in geography. He has co-authored methodological guides for Master's thesis evaluation in local development. His work is supported by institutional affiliations and research groups rather than individual grants mentioned in the text. He is actively involved in the UDERVAL research group and collaborates with scholars such as Javier Esparcia, Joan Noguera, and others on rural development topics. His team focuses on territorial analysis, social inclusion, and policy evaluation in rural spaces.

• Rural Geography
• Rural Sociology
• Sustainable Rural Development
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Diego González Ortiz is a Titular Professor (Associate Professor) at the Faculty of Law, Universitat de València, where he is affiliated with the Department of Financial Law and the research group AEMES (Economic Agents and Market in the Juridical Frame of the Welfare State). He holds a Doctorate in Law from the same university, having also completed a Master in Taxation. His career is centered on financial and tax law, with a strong emphasis on constitutional aspects of taxation and comparative legal analysis, particularly involving German constitutional jurisprudence. His research interests include Tax Law , Financial Law , Constitutional Law , Legal Responsibility in Taxation , Fiscal Justice , and Comparative Constitutional Tax Law . He has authored numerous scholarly publications analyzing rulings from the Spanish Constitutional Court and the German Federal Constitutional Court, focusing on issues such as tax equity, retroactive tax changes, and the legal nature of public revenue. His recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a consistent focus on constitutional challenges to tax legislation, procedural aspects of tax litigation, and the interplay between tax and social law. Key themes include the admissibility of unconstitutionality claims, tax exemptions, retroactive amendments, and the coordination of tax and social policies. His work demonstrates deep engagement with doctrinal and jurisprudential developments in both Spanish and European tax systems. Diego González Ortiz has no listed scientific awards in the provided texts. He supervises academic theses and contributes actively to legal scholarship, though specific names of advisees are not mentioned. He is not described as part-time, retired, or deceased, and there is no indication that he is a former staff member. He is affiliated with the following: University: Universitat de València School: Faculty of Law Department: Department of Financial Law Research Group: AEMES – Economic Agents and Market in the Juridical Frame of the Welfare State

• Tax Law
• Financial Law
• Constitutional Law
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Enric Saguer Hom is an Associate Professor in the Department of History and Art History at the University of Girona, specializing in Economic History and Institutions. He is a member of the Institute of Historical Research and leads research within the Research Group on Rural Societies (2021SGR00569). Department: Department of History and Art History Area: Economic History and Institutions Institute: Institute of Historical Research Research Group: Research Group on Rural Societies Email: enric.saguer@udg.edu His research centers on rural economic history, with a focus on agrarian systems, land tenure, historical accounting in rural economies, and oral histories of rural property and labor in Catalonia. He explores long-term transformations in rural society, particularly from the 19th to the 21st century. The body of his scholarly work reveals a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary historical analysis, combining economic, social, and cultural perspectives. His publications span prestigious journals such as Journal of Social History , Economic History Review , and Rural History , as well as major edited volumes on agrarian change, sharecropping, and rural landscapes across Europe. His work often engages with primary sources like farm accounts and oral testimonies to reconstruct rural economic life. He serves on the editorial boards of several academic journals, including Recerques: història, economia i cultura , Estudis d'Història Agrària , and Plecs d'Història Local . He previously served as subdirector of Historia Agraria and coordinated the editorial committee of the Biblioteca d'Historia Rural . Enric Saguer has led multiple research projects funded by the Catalan government (Generalitat de Catalunya) and the University of Girona, and has participated in national projects funded by the Spanish government. His collaborative work with scholars like Ramon Garrabou, Jordi Planas, and Gabriel Jover highlights his integration within broader academic networks in agrarian and rural history. He is actively involved in research groups and editorial initiatives focused on rural history, contributing to the preservation and analysis of Catalonia’s agrarian past. His work supports the development of regional historical knowledge through publications, project leadership, and academic service.

• Economic History
• Rural History
• Agrarian Systems
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Luis Carlos García Palomo is a Lecturer at the College of Sciences and Arts of the Catholic University of Ávila. He is affiliated with the EPACT (Estudios del Patrimonio Cultural Teresiano) research group. His research focuses on the impact of rural depopulation on public infrastructure sustainability, particularly examining ecclesiastical cultural heritage in Ávila. His doctoral thesis developed a calculation methodology for assessing this impact through a case study of Ávila's cultural assets. Thesis Advisors : Dr. Vicente Enciso de Yzaguirre, Dr. Beatriz Sánchez Reyes Contact : lcarlos.garcia@ucavila.es

• Cultural Heritage Studies
• Rural Infrastructure
• Public Infrastructure Maintenance
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Jose Antonio Cerrillo Vidal is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at Pablo de Olavide University, specializing in qualitative research methods and interdisciplinary sociological approaches. His academic work bridges sociology of health, death studies, digital divides, and social inequality in the Andalusian context. His research interests include qualitative methodology, sociology of health, public policy evaluation, pop culture, and the relationship between territory, development and environment. He has developed significant expertise in the sociology of death, pain perception, and digital exclusion, with particular focus on the Andalusian region of Spain. Cerrillo Vidal's recent publications reveal a strong thematic focus on the social legitimacy of pain, modern and neo-modern death models, and digital divides in marginalized communities. His methodological approach consistently employs qualitative techniques including focus groups, in-depth interviews, and discourse analysis to explore how social perceptions shape individual experiences. PhD from the National University of Distance Education (UNED) with thesis on Andalusian discourses regarding quality of dying (2018) Supervised by Dr. José María Arribas Macho and Dr. Rafael Serrano del Rosal Research Group: Social Inequality and Domination in Andalusia PAIDI Areas: Social and Legal Sciences Doctoral Programs: Culture, Development, Gender and Social Intervention His academic leadership extends to service learning initiatives connecting university classrooms with social organizations in Córdoba, demonstrating his commitment to community engagement and civic responsibility. With over 800 followers on Academia.edu and more than 27,000 public views, his work has established significant scholarly impact in Spanish sociological circles.

• Qualitative methodology
• Sociology of health
• Public policy evaluation
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German Jaraiz Arroyo serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work and Social Services at Pablo de Olavide University, Seville, Spain, where he actively contributes to the GISAP (Social Research and Participatory Action) research group and the doctoral program in Culture, Development, Gender and Social Intervention. His academic profile is deeply rooted in Andalusian social policy contexts, focusing on community-level interventions and institutional dynamics within social services. Doctorate in Social Work from Pablo de Olavide University (2011), thesis: 'Intervention, neighborhood and community social services,' supervised by Dr. Esteban Ruiz Ballesteros and Dr. Guadalupe Cordero Martín Professor Jaraiz Arroyo's research centers on the intersection of social work practice, third-sector organizations, and community capital formation, with particular emphasis on rural depopulation challenges and urban vulnerability. His methodology frequently employs qualitative discourse analysis and lexicometric techniques to dissect policy implementation gaps, as seen in studies of Andalusia's institutional fragmentation in social service delivery. He critically examines whether community services prioritize rights-guaranteeing frameworks over mere service management, especially during socioeconomic crises. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals three dominant trends: 1) Rural demographic sustainability through eco-esteem frameworks and homecoming tourism initiatives, 2) Organizational innovation in community social services amid third-sector institutionalization pressures, and 3) Discursive constructions of rebellion in Spanish social movements. His work consistently bridges academic theory with practical policy diagnostics, notably through Andalusia's community service center evaluations. No scientific awards or major fellowships are documented in available sources As a doctoral supervisor in the Culture, Development, Gender and Social Intervention program, he guides research on participatory social action while collaborating on regional projects through GISAP. His work emphasizes relational management factors that foster inclusive work environments in social services, though specific grant funding details remain unreported. Current projects suggest deepening engagement with rural revitalization models combining tourism, social capital, and demographic resilience. He operates within the GISAP research group, which specializes in action-oriented methodologies connecting academic research with community mobilization. The group's work focuses on transforming social vulnerability through participatory diagnostics and co-created intervention strategies, particularly in marginalized urban neighborhoods and depopulating rural regions of southern Spain.

• Social Work
• Community Social Services
• Social Inclusion
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