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Pedro Sangro Colón serves as both Vice-Rector of Research and Degrees and Titular Professor of Language and Audiovisual Narrative at the Pontifical University of Salamanca's Faculty of Communication since 2008. His academic home is firmly rooted in the Audiovisual Communication and Advertising department where he has established himself as a leading scholar in film theory and audiovisual narrative. Dr. Sangro Colón earned his doctorate from Universidad Complutense de Madrid with his thesis "El concepto de 'montaje cinematográfico': una revisión de su formulación teórica" (2000), supervised by Dr. Manuel Alonso Erausquin. His research interests span cinematic montage theory, Spanish cinema history (particularly during the Francoist period and democratic transition), audiovisual narrative structures, documentary film analysis, and the intersection of cinema with psychoanalysis. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on how film constructs meaning through editing techniques and narrative frameworks. An analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a scholarly trajectory deeply engaged with Spanish cinematic history and theoretical film studies. His work frequently examines how film represents historical memory, particularly regarding Spain's transition from dictatorship to democracy, with special attention to montage techniques as tools for constructing historical narratives. More recently, he has expanded his scope to include contemporary media phenomena like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, analyzing how superhero films represent national security apparatuses and historical trauma. His extensive publication record includes numerous books, articles, and book chapters, with notable works such as "Escenas de cine, Guión y análisis" (2017), "La estética televisiva en las series contemporáneas" (2018), and "El clasicismo en el cine Una mirada Intergeneracional" (2015). His research demonstrates both theoretical sophistication and practical application to screenwriting and television production. As Vice-Rector of Research and Degrees, Dr. Sangro Colón oversees academic programs and research initiatives at the university. His leadership role complements his scholarly work by providing institutional perspective on academic innovation and research management. His recent publication "Introducción: la innovación en la Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca" (2021) reflects his engagement with contemporary challenges in higher education. His academic collaborations are extensive, with frequent co-authorship with colleagues like Juan Medina-Contreras and Miguel Ángel Huerta. His work appears in both Spanish and international journals, demonstrating his ability to engage with global film scholarship while maintaining a strong focus on Spanish and Latin American cinematic traditions.

• Film Theory
• Cinematic Montage
• Spanish Cinema History
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Dr. Katarzyna Paszkiewicz is Associate Professor in English and Film Studies at the University of the Balearic Islands and a researcher with ADHUC – Research Center for Theory, Gender, and Sexuality at the University of Barcelona. Her work bridges film theory, cultural studies, and the environmental humanities, with a focus on ecologically oriented film analysis, videographic ecocriticism, and affect theory. She has held visiting positions at the University of Pennsylvania, University of Melbourne, University College Dublin, and Harvard University. Her research explores intersections of gender, genre, and ecology in cinema. Key projects include Cinema and Environment: Affective Ecologies in the Anthropocene and Female Filmmakers and Feminism in the Media (FEMME) , an international initiative funded by the French National Research Agency. She has contributed extensively to debates on the Final Girl trope, eco-road movies, and gender dynamics in crime fiction and horror cinema. Dr. Paszkiewicz’s recent publications interrogate petrocultural aesthetics, queer temporalities, and the ethics of care in films like Titane , The Florida Project , and American Honey . As a member of teaching innovation groups such as Lletra de Dona , she develops interdisciplinary tools for literary criticism in virtual environments. Her work emphasizes dialogue between academia and industry to advance gender equality in media.

• Film Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Environmental Humanities
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Juan Medina Contreras is a faculty member at the Faculty of Communication, University of Salamanca . He holds a Doctorate in Communication , a Degree in Journalism , an Expert in Gender and Communication , and a Master in Screenwriting and Political Image Consulting . His career spans academic research, teaching, and professional training in communication. His research focuses on film studies , political communication , gender representation , and visual rhetoric . Notable contributions include analyzing female archetypes in the [REC] saga, the portrayal of defense organizations in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the role of cinematic editing in shaping political and cultural narratives. His 15 most recent publications span 2014–2021 , with recurring themes in Spanish cinema , gender dynamics , political advertising , and historical memory . He has also explored digital photography ethics and citizen journalism challenges. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his work includes a research study on quality of life for disabled women in Palencia (2014). He has supervised theses and contributed to books like Género negro sin límites (2019) and La estética televisiva en las series contemporáneas (2018).

• Film Studies
• Communication
• Political Communication
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Esther Aldave Monreal is an Assistant Professor at the Public University of Navarre , affiliated with the Department of Humanities and Education . Her work centers on Contemporary History , focusing on Historical Memory , Political Violence , Gender Studies , and Social Conflict . Research Interests include analyzing violence during Spain’s political transitions (19th-21st centuries), particularly in Navarre, with projects like the Documentary Fund on Historical Memory . Her publications explore themes such as Francoist repression , gender roles during the Second Republic , and urban violence , often using interdisciplinary approaches combining historical analysis and social theory . Scientific Awards include a predoctoral grant from UPNA (2015–2019). She has participated in 21 Congresses , organized events like the UPNA Seminar on Violence in an era of social changes (2017), and contributed to editorial committees. Her Grants include a project on Social Control and Security Institutions in Spain (2022–2025, PID2021-123504NB-I00) and a research agreement with the Parliament of Navarre (2023–2027, €75,000).

• Contemporary History
• Historical Memory
• Political Violence
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Dr. Francisco Pérez Fernández is a Professor at Camilo José Cela University (UCJC) in both Psychology and Criminology & Security departments, and holds a PhD in Philosophy & Education Sciences from Complutense University of Madrid (1997). He serves as coordinator of Criminology Degrees (2018-present), former Criminology Department Coordinator (2008-2013), and has been Academic Mentor Accreditation holder since 2008. His international collaborations include Evidentia University (Florida, USA) since 2022. PhD in Philosophy & Education Sciences (UCM, 1997) Postgraduate in Cognitive Sciences, Emotion & Stress (UCM) Accredited Academic Mentor (Spanish Mentoring Network) Civil & Commercial Mediator (UCJC) His research focuses on intersections between History of Psychology , Criminal Psychology , and Cultural Criminology , particularly examining: Crime-cultural system interactions Penitentiary system evolution Popular culture's role in criminal narratives Forensic science historical development Collective psychological phenomena Scientific contributions include establishing the Psychological Autopsy as investigative technology and developing the Method VERA behavioral analysis framework. His publications span: 15+ peer-reviewed articles (2019-2024) 6 book chapters on cultural anthropology 2 edited volumes on violence phenomena 1 book on vampire psychology 1 book on Batman's cultural origins Scientific recognition includes: 2015 In Memoriam Prof. Orozco Acquaviva Award 2016 Real Colegio de Médicos de Sevilla Award 2023 SECCIF Gold Insignia As academic leader, he has: Directed 60+ academic committees Mentored numerous doctoral candidates Coordinated postgraduate programs (2015-2016) Co-edited EduPsykhé journal Reviewed for 10+ international publications Current affiliations: Secretary of Spanish Society for the History of Psychology (SEHP, 2016-present) Member of American Psychological Association (APA) Full member of Spanish Society of Criminology and Forensic Sciences (SECCIF) Editor-in-Chief of EduPsykhé. Journal of Psychology and Education

• History of Psychology
• Criminal Psychology
• Cultural Anthropology
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Maria Dolors Molas Font is an Associate Professor of Ancient History at the University of Barcelona and a researcher at the ADHUC-Research Center of Theory, Gender and Sexuality . She co-founded and coordinates the Tàcita Muta research group on women and gender in antiquity since 1998. Her work bridges Mediterranean protohistory and gender studies in antiquity. University of Barcelona (since 1998) ADHUC Research Center (since 2016) Her research spans various subfields, including: Archaeology of Childhood Feminist Archaeology Gender Dynamics in Antiquity Iberian World Studies Classical Reception of Women Violence in Ancient Societies Article themes reveal expertise in: Homeric and Euripidean textual analysis Roman Republican settlement archaeology Slavery and power structures in antiquity Transgressive practices in classical myth Perinatal archaeology in Iberian contexts Gendered interpretations of oratory

• Ancient History
• Gender Studies
• Mediterranean Protohistory
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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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Isaac Marrero Guillamon is a Lecturer at the University of Barcelona, affiliated with the Serra Húnter program. His academic focus spans Urban Anthropology, Sociology, and Visual Anthropology. He investigates themes such as urban conflicts, infrastructure politics, abandoned futures, and indigenous heritage. His research groups include TURICOM (tourism and culture) and GECID (cultures and domination). Key funded projects include the Rec Comtal heritage study (2023–24), discourse analysis on gender violence (2022–23), and the Tindaya controversy project (2015–17 as PI). His work bridges theoretical innovation with empirical research, particularly in post-Olympic urban spaces and public art controversies. Research interests emphasize socio-material approaches to activism, visual ethnography, and decolonial methodologies. Notable publications explore topics like Chillida's monuments, Tindaya's indigenous heritage, and pedagogical strategies in visual anthropology. His work often critiques modernist spatial practices and advocates for participatory urban planning. Labs/Teams: Active in TURICOM and GECID research groups, collaborating with institutions like the Catalan Institute of Anthropology. His interdisciplinary approach integrates anthropology with sociology, art, and urban studies.

• Urban Anthropology
• Sociology
• Visual Anthropology
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Caterina Duraccio is a Professor at Universidad Pablo de Olavide's Department of Philology and Translation, specializing in Italian Philology. She holds a PhD from the University of Seville (2019) with the thesis Femminile plurale: la letteratura italiana tra identitá e confini geografici . Her research focuses on Translation Studies , Gender Studies , and Italian Literature , particularly women's roles in Renaissance and postcolonial contexts. Key Research Areas: Gender representation in Italian Renaissance texts Postcolonial Italian literature and diaspora narratives Translation pedagogy with gender perspective Notable Publications: 2023 article on Ludovico Domenichi's dedications 2022 analysis of Alessandro Piccolomini's Raffaella 2021 study of Christiana de Caldas Brito's works Journal Evaluations: Her works appear in journals indexed by Dialnet , Carhus Plus+ , Latindex , and MIAR .

• Translation Studies
• Gender Studies
• Italian Literature
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Jose Ramon Veiga Alonso is a Professor in the Department of History at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Teacher Training Faculty. He holds a PhD from the same institution for his thesis on "The Count of Pallares and his time 1828-1908: politics, railways and agrarianism in Galicia" (1998), supervised by Dr. Xosé Ramón Barreiro Fernández. His research focuses on political and agrarian history of Galicia, particularly clientelism, political elites, and rural governance in the 19th and 20th centuries. He leads the HISTAGRA research group, dedicated to agrarian and political history of the rural world. His work explores themes like political mobilization, the role of elites, and the interplay between state structures and local networks. Major publications include studies on Galician political culture, figures like Roque Barcia Martí and Juana de Vega, and analyses of historical processes such as the Liberal Restoration era. His scholarship bridges local and national narratives, emphasizing the socio-political dynamics of Galicia within broader Iberian and European contexts. Veiga Alonso’s contributions span historiography, archival studies, and interdisciplinary approaches to political history. His work has informed debates on clientelism, modernization, and the evolution of political identities in peripheral regions.

• Political History
• Agrarian History
• Galician History
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Martin Fernandez Fernandez is an Assistant Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Department of English and German Philology within the Faculty of Philology. He is a member of the Humanities Research Institute (iHUS) and leads the DI-1924 research group focused on Discourse and Identity in English language, literature, and culture. Education: PhD in English Philology from the University of Santiago de Compostela (2021), thesis on the Emmett Till case in US fiction Research Focus: His work explores racial trauma, waste theory, identity construction, and the Black Atlantic. Key themes include the intersection of critical race theory with literary analysis, examining how historical trauma manifests in narrative forms across genres like psychological realism and magic realism. His recent publications analyze James Baldwin, Richard Wright, and John A. Williams through frameworks of necropolitics and environmental racism. Collaborative Networks: Engages with interdisciplinary research on cultural identity, particularly in American literature and postcolonial contexts. His work connects civil rights movement legacies to contemporary movements like Black Lives Matter.

• English Philology
• Cultural Studies
• Discourse Analysis
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Guadalupe Jiménez-Esquinas is a Full-Time Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Anthropology at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), Spain. She holds a PhD in Social Anthropology from the University of the Basque Country (2018) with a Cum Laude thesis on feminist critique of patrimonialization processes in Costa da Morte. Her work spans critical heritage studies, gender analysis, and community archaeology, with a focus on Galician women's roles in cultural preservation. PhD in Social Anthropology (University of Basque Country, 2018) Master's in Gender Studies (CSIC-UIMP, 2010) Degree in Social/Cultural Anthropology (UCM, 2009) Diploma in Nursing (UCO, 2005) Her research interrogates how patriarchal systems influence heritage regimes, emphasizing care work, social reproduction, and community-driven cultural management. She has conducted fieldwork on shellfish gatherers, traditional healers, and craftswomen, linking their practices to environmental and cultural sustainability. Her 2025 International Journal of Heritage Studies article redefines heritage through feminist economics and informal labor analysis. Key awards include: VII Micaela Portilla Award (2018) for feminist thesis OIX-USC Gender Perspective Prize (2017, 2023) She leads the Costa dos Castros project, integrates feminist epistemologies into heritage education, and serves as Department Secretary. Her methodology combines ethnography with interdisciplinary collaboration, including roles at CSIC's Institute of Heritage Sciences and visiting appointments at NYU and UBA.

• Feminist Anthropology
• Critical Heritage Studies
• Gender Studies
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Laura Filardo-Llamas is a Senior Lecturer in Linguistics and English Language at the Department of English Philology, Faculty of Philosophy and Letters, University of Valladolid. She has held visiting researcher positions at the University of Ulster, Lancaster University, and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Her academic responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses (Descriptive Grammar of English, History of English, Discourse Analysis) and postgraduate modules (Internships in English Language and Culture). Her research explores the intersection of discourse, cognition, and sociopolitical conflict through frameworks like Critical Discourse Analysis, cognitive grammar, and conceptual metaphor. Key thematic focuses include gender identity construction, socio-political polarization, multimodal communication, and conflict narratives. She directs the international Critical Approaches to Discourse Analysis Across Disciplines (CADAAD) network, fostering cross-disciplinary dialogue. Filardo-Llamas' publications analyze discursive strategies in contexts ranging from EU crises to feminist movements, employing corpus-based, multimodal, and comparative methodologies. Her work consistently addresses power asymmetries and ideological framing in public discourse. Research Projects: Co-investigator in Positioning and Subjectivity in Discourse (PGC2018-095798-B-I00, 2019–2020), funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science. Researcher in Discursive Construction of Conflict (FFI2017-85227-R, 2018–2021) and Constructivist Rhetoric and Identity Discourses (FFI2013-40934-R, 2014–2016), both funded by the Ministry of Economy. Principal Investigator for Transmission of Gender Stereotypes through Music and Relationship to Gender Violence (039/12, 2013–2016), funded by the Women's Institute. She coordinates Erasmus partnerships for the English Studies program with University College Dublin, University of Lodz, and University of Warwick.

• Critical Discourse Analysis
• Discourse and Conflict
• Cognitive Grammar
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Carmen Medina Puerta is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Valencia, affiliated with the Department of Spanish Philology within the Faculty of Philology, Translation and Communication. She earned her PhD from the Universitat de Lleida with a thesis on eroticism in Ana Rossetti’s early literary production. Her academic profile reflects a strong commitment to contemporary Spanish literary studies, particularly through feminist, gender, and queer lenses. PhD in Hispanic Philology, Universitat de Lleida BA in Hispanic Philology, University of Granada Her research interests center on Spanish literature from the 20th and 21st centuries, with a focus on feminist literary criticism, queer theory, motherhood, transgender poetics, and the representation of social and political transitions. She investigates how female authors navigate identity, memory, and marginalization in their works. Her scholarship often addresses the literary responses to historical events such as the Franco dictatorship, democratic transition, and the HIV/AIDS crisis. Her recent publications reveal a consistent thematic trajectory: analyzing contemporary poets like Ángelo Néstore through a transgender framework, exploring the poetic articulation of HIV/AIDS, and reinterpreting religious and mythical female figures such as Santa Bárbara. She also contributes to transatlantic dialogues on women’s poetry and participates in editorial and collaborative projects that promote inclusive literary discourse. Analysis of gender and sexuality in Spanish poetry Recovery of marginalized female literary voices Intersection of literature, politics, and identity Transnational feminist literary networks Literary representations of illness and stigma Avant-garde and vanguardist movements in Spain Carmen Medina Puerta has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. However, her extensive publication record in reputable journals and edited volumes indicates significant scholarly recognition. She has not published any information regarding student supervision or grant funding in the available materials. Her work appears to be primarily individual and collaborative research, often in partnership with other scholars on thematic issues such as feminist poetry and literary transition. There is no mention of lab affiliations or team-based research initiatives. Her academic presence is largely defined by her publications, conference involvement (e.g., Transficción project), and editorial contributions to collective volumes.

• Spanish Literature
• Feminist Literary Theory
• Queer Theory
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Enrique-Javier Díez-Gutiérrez is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Education, University of León (Spain) . He holds a PhD in Educational Sciences from the Complutense University of Madrid (1996) and a BA in Philosophy. His research focuses on Intercultural Education , Gender Studies , and Education Policy . He directs the consolidated research group Educational Research and Social Justice and the European project Building an inclusive and democratic Europe . His work critiques neoliberalism in education, exposing how capitalist logic infiltrates teaching practices and school organization. He has published extensively on topics like pedagogy of degrowth , anti-fascist education , and critical cybercitizenship . 2025 : Entrepreneurship or educational entrepreneurship (neoliberal cognitive war) 2024 : Pedagogy of Degrowth 2023 : The Democratic Historical Memory of Women His scientific awards include the CODAPA 2023 Award for defending public education. He is actively involved in social movements like Uni-Digna (80 professors collective) and Network of Universities for Critical Pedagogical Renewal , advocating secular, democratic, and inclusive education.

• Intercultural Education
• Gender Studies
• Education Policy
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