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Carlos Lopezosa is a Visiting Professor at the University of Barcelona (UB) under a Margarita Salas postdoctoral fellowship. Previously, he held an Associate Professor position at the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), where he taught across the Faculty of Communication, including Journalism, Advertising, and Audiovisual Communication. He also coordinated the Online Master's in SEO/SEM at the Barcelona School of Management (UPF). His research focuses on web visibility strategies (SEO, voice search, social media curation), qualitative methodologies (systematic reviews, semi-structured interviews), and AI applications in digital journalism. He is affiliated with the UB's Faculty of Information and Audiovisual Media, contributing to research groups like Professorat GIDD. His work bridges academic research with practical media strategies, emphasizing ethical AI integration and algorithmic transparency. Key research areas include news curation, AI-driven data analysis, and digital media ethics. Lopezosa has published extensively in journals like Future Internet , DOXA Comunicación , and El Profesional de la Información , with over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2018. His current projects explore AI's role in newsrooms, Google News algorithms, and multidimensional journal evaluation frameworks. Education: Doctor in Information Sciences Research Interests: SEO strategies, content curation, AI in media, systematic reviews Grants: Margarita Salas Postdoctoral Fellowship (UB) His work often addresses challenges in digital media visibility, ethical AI implementation, and the evolving role of algorithms in news dissemination. Lopezosa collaborates with institutions like the CRICC research center and frequently presents at international conferences on digital media trends.

• SEO
• Web Visibility
• Systematic Reviews
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José Fernández Cavia is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication of Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) and Academic Director at the UPF Barcelona School of Management. He holds a Doctorate in Communication Sciences from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and a Bachelor's degree in Hispanic Philology from Universitat de Barcelona. His academic leadership includes directing the Master of Arts in Communication Management and the Master in Communication and Business Relations. His research focuses on Place Branding, Advertising, and Public Relations, with emphasis on sustainable development, talent attraction strategies, and digital communication. He has published extensively on destination branding, tourism marketing, and the role of AI in creative industries. Notable works include analyzing pandemic impacts on place branding and the ethical perceptions of Spanish organizations across generations. Prof. Fernández Cavia has contributed to over 30 publications since 2000, including studies on media consumption patterns, crisis communication, and the evolution of advertising education. He actively bridges academic research with professional practice through executive education programs and industry partnerships.

• Place Branding
• Advertising
• Public Relations
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Ángel M. Delgado-Vázquez serves as Associate Professor in Library and Information Science at Pablo de Olavide University, concurrently holding the position of Head of Learning and Research Support Services at the university's Library/CRAI. He is formally affiliated with the Department of Geography, History and Philosophy while coordinating the Official Master's Degree in History and Digital Humanities and directing the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Support Services. His academic credentials include a Humanities degree from Pablo de Olavide University, a Library and Information Science degree from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, and a Master's in Libraries and Digital Information Services from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. These qualifications underpin his specialization in scholarly communication infrastructure and research evaluation systems. Delgado-Vázquez focuses on the intersection of digital literacy, open science, and responsible research assessment, with particular expertise in bibliometric methodologies and academic publishing ethics. His work addresses critical challenges in scholarly communication including AI integration in research workflows, metadata standardization for scientific journals, and ethical surveillance mechanisms within research support ecosystems. Over fifteen years, he has developed training programs for all academic levels on research data management and scholarly publishing practices. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a pronounced trend toward reforming scientific evaluation frameworks, with 70% of 2023-2025 works examining CoARA principles, narrative bibliometrics, and the implications of journal retractions ('Fallen Journals'). His research consistently emphasizes practical solutions for Spanish academia within evolving European open science policies, particularly regarding ANECA accreditation procedures and sexenios evaluation criteria. As an institutional leader, he contributes to national higher education policy through membership in ANECA's Evaluation and Monitoring Commission and previously collaborated with the EDUINNO Eduinnovagogía research group. His service initiatives include designing professionalization programs for research support staff and advising on digital competence frameworks for university students and researchers.

• Scholarly Communication
• Information Science
• Research Evaluation
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Lluís Codina Bonilla is an Associate Professor at Pompeu Fabra University's Faculty of Communication, specializing in Journalism and Audiovisual Communication. As a founding member of the DigiDoc Research Group (SGR-01103) and Director of the Cybermedia Observatory, he bridges Information Science and Digital Communication through research on SEO, content curation, and digital media systems. PhD in Information Science (Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona) Co-founder of academic journal Hipertext.net Principal Investigator for multiple Spanish national R&D projects Research Interests: His work focuses on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for news media, Semantic Web applications in journalism, and content curation systems. Recent studies explore AI applications in content creation and academic research. Academic Contributions: With over 200 articles and 6 books (including Design and SEO for Content-Intensive Websites ), his publications analyze digital media quality assessment, information architecture, and media verification. His 21 doctoral theses (all cum laude) highlight his role as a mentor in digital communication. Premio Roblón 2021 for Investigator of the Year Multiple UPF Social Council Awards for Teaching Quality Nominated Scimago Best Scientific Article Recognized Researcher Tranches (CNEAI/AQU) Academic Infrastructure: Leads the Cybermedia Observatory and contributes to UPF's SEO Media Lab, while maintaining affiliations with the Catalan Society of Communication and Institute of Catalan Studies. His teaching spans Journalism, Audiovisual Communication, and Research Master's programs.

• Web Positioning
• Semantic Web
• Information Systems
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Pablo Calleja is a Research Fellow at the Faculty of Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), where he has been a member of the Ontology Engineering Group (OEG) since March 2014. His research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), medical terminology mapping, and legal domain applications. He holds a degree in Computer Engineering from San Pablo CEU University (2013) and has prior industry experience as a software developer at IECISA (2008–2011) and a collaboration grant at the Open Access Classroom, San Pablo CEU University (2011–2013). Key contributions include projects like Drugs4covid for pandemic drug discovery, TermitUp for terminological enrichment, and esT5s , a Spanish text summarization model. His work spans legal knowledge graphs, multilingual compliance systems, and NER techniques for academic content analysis. He has also explored accessibility multimedia services and semantic graph applications in tourism ( DBtravel ). Professional roles include collaboration grants at UPM and active participation in interdisciplinary projects such as SNOMED-CT annotation for medical technical sheets. Research trends emphasize cross-domain adaptation (e.g., K-Flares), data augmentation (Widaug), and multilingual NLP solutions. Advising and grants: His current position is supported by a collaboration grant at OEG. Earlier grants include work at San Pablo CEU University. No formal advisees are listed, but he contributes to collaborative research teams. Labs and teams: Core member of the Ontology Engineering Group (OEG), focusing on knowledge representation, NLP, and applied informatics in healthcare and law domains.

• Natural Language Processing
• Medical Informatics
• Legal Informatics
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Sergio Gómez Jiménez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Mathematics at Rovira i Virgili University (URV), Tarragona, Spain. He joined URV in 1995 and has held his current position since 1997. He obtained degrees in Physics (1990) and Mathematics (1995) and a PhD in Physics (1994) from the Universitat de Barcelona. His research focuses on complex networks, including community structure analysis, epidemic spreading, urban congestion, and applications to biology, medicine, and social systems. He has authored over 100 publications in high-impact journals like Nature Methods and Physical Review Letters. He coordinates the interuniversity Master's in Biomedical Data Science and the PhD Program in Bioinformatics. His editorial roles include Associate Editor of Complexity and Review Editor of Frontiers in Physics. Notable awards include the American Physical Society's Outstanding Referee (2015) and the Web Science Trust's Test of Time Award (2024). His work on modeling the spatiotemporal spread of epidemics, such as the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, has received significant attention. He also contributed to urban traffic congestion analysis and developed algorithms for hierarchical clustering (e.g., MultiDendrograms). Collaborations span institutions like the University of Oxford and CERN, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to complex systems.

• Complex Networks
• Complex Systems
• Neural Networks
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Dr. Anna Maria Mandalari is an Assistant Professor at University College London (UCL), affiliated with the Electronic and Electrical Engineering Department. She serves as Director of the SafeNetIoT laboratory and the Internet Engineering/Telecommunications MSc/MRes Programme at UCL. She holds an Honorary Research Fellow position at the Institute for Security Science and Technology at Imperial College London. Her research focuses on IoT security, privacy engineering, and network measurement techniques, particularly analyzing information exposure from consumer devices and developing adaptive network security strategies. Her work has led to significant contributions such as the IMC'19 Community Contribution Award-winning study on multidimensional IoT device exposure and the Telekom Challenge-winning IoTrim prototype for blocking non-essential IoT traffic. She has secured funding through InnovateUK’s CyberASAP program and participated in high-impact projects like NATwatcher and the European roaming analysis initiative. Key Awards: Community Contribution Award (IMC'19), Best Paper Award (C2B(I)D 2015) Grants: InnovateUK CyberASAP Phase 2 funding, Telekom Challenge Development Stream Top 5 prize Labs/Teams: Director of SafeNetIoT Lab, Leading M2M and IoT security teams at UCL Her recent work addresses IoT device misactivation risks (e.g., smart speakers), scalable detection of IoT devices in the wild, and protocol design informed by crowdsourced data. She actively collaborates with industry partners like Telekom and academic institutions on network infrastructure security and performance optimization.

• IoT Security
• Network Measurement
• Privacy Engineering
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Agurtzane Elordui Urkiza is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher at the Department of Basque Language and Communication within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Communication at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU). Holding a PhD in Basque Philology, she specializes in sociolinguistics, media studies, and digital communication with a specific focus on Basque language practices in contemporary contexts. Her research interests center around Basque language in digital media, youth language practices, vernacularization processes, and the relationship between new speakers and language authenticity. She has made significant contributions to understanding how Basque language is used and transformed in social media platforms like Instagram, examining scalar approaches to language normativity and vernacularization. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on quantitative and qualitative analysis of Basque media consumption, audience measurement, and the cultural impact of digital communication on language practices. She frequently collaborates with colleagues from the University of the Basque Country on projects related to media monitoring, language policy, and sociolinguistic studies of Basque-speaking communities. Elordui Urkiza's work bridges theoretical sociolinguistics with practical applications in media monitoring and language policy, contributing to the understanding of how minority languages like Basque navigate the challenges of digital communication and media representation in contemporary society.

• Basque Philology
• Sociolinguistics
• Media Studies
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Iñaki Vazquez Gomez is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Deusto , affiliated with the College of Engineering and Department of Computing, Electronics and Communication Technologies . He holds a PhD in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (University of Deusto and Lancaster University) and served as Director of Deusto Institute of Technology (2020-2023). His research focuses on Reinforcement Learning , Internet of Things , and Cognitive Robotics , with applications in human-robot interaction and ambient intelligence. Member of European Internet of Things Council Founder of technology startups Editorial board member of International Journal of Ambient Computing and Intelligence His 15 most recent publications (2005-2024) span themes of Autonomous Systems , Context-Aware Computing , and Smart Environments , with subtopics including semantic device communication, adaptive positioning algorithms, and collaborative robotics architectures. 2024: Adaptive Robot Behavior via Reinforcement Learning 2021: Gesture Recognition for Resource-Constrained Devices 2015: Context-Aware Service Matching in AAL Scientific honors include: X Premio UD-Banco Santander de Investigación (2015) Sexenio de Investigación (2018-2025) Profesor Doctor de Universidad Privada (2009-2025) He supervised PhD students like Asier Gonzalez Santocildes and Ignacio Fidalgo Astorquia, while leading grants such as AI-Driven Cognitive Robotics (2021-2024) and Quantum Technologies (2021-2022). His work includes developing middleware for smart spaces and founding the Sentient Things project for self-adapting environmental systems.

• Reinforcement Learning
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Cognitive Robotics
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Javier Verdu Mula is a Professor at the Departament d'Arquitectura de Computadors (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC) and a key researcher at the CRAAX - Centre de Recerca d'Arquitectures Avançades de Xarxes . His work focuses on computer architecture, parallel processing, and networking systems. Fields of Research include RISC-V virtualization, multithreaded processor optimization, and performance analysis of stateful networking applications. Scientific Awards include the BDigital Global Congress (2015) and Wayra Barcelona (2012) recognitions. Collaborations span institutions like Barcelona Supercomputing Center and researchers such as Manuel Alejandro Pajuelo, Mateo Valero Cortes, and Mario Nemirovsky. His recent publications address RISC-V hypervisor extensions, deep packet processing in parallel architectures, and statistical thread assignment models. He also holds patents in hardware virtualization and resource control systems.

• Computer Architecture
• Parallel Processing
• Networking Systems
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Diana Angoso de Guzmán is an Associate Professor at Nebrija University in the School of Communication and Arts, Department of Aesthetics and Theory of the Arts. She also holds an academic position at the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), where she is a researcher in the SU+MA (Museum + University) group. Her work bridges contemporary art history, material theory, and cultural anthropology, with a focus on the philosophical and symbolic dimensions of artistic materials. PhD in Contemporary Art History, Complutense University of Madrid (cum laude) Diploma in Conservation-Restoration, Istituto per l'Arte e il Restauro, Florence Her research centers on new materialisms, material agency, heritage conservation, and the cultural meanings of materials—especially gold—in contemporary art. She explores how artists engage with materiality as a performative and political force, drawing from theorists such as Rosi Braidotti, Timothy Ingold, and Jane Bennett. Her interdisciplinary approach includes philosophy, anthropology, and art market studies. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on materiality, value, and embodiment in art. She investigates how materials like gold transcend mere aesthetic function to become active agents in socio-political discourse, particularly in relation to economic systems, identity, and ecological thought. Her work often examines the intersection of myth, science fiction, and posthumanism in visual culture, reflecting a deep engagement with contemporary theoretical debates. First Prize for Innovative Research and Presentation Delivery, Case Western Reserve University Friends of Art (2013) Diana Angoso de Guzmán is actively involved in academic mentoring and pedagogical innovation, particularly through experiential learning models such as student-led curatorial projects. She has directed the Master’s in Art Market and Art Management at Nebrija University and continues to supervise academic theses and collaborative research. She has also participated in EU-funded projects such as 'Innovation Strategies in Cultural Mythocriticism AGLAYA-UCM.' Her research is disseminated through peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes, exhibition catalogs, and international conferences, demonstrating a sustained and influential scholarly presence in the field of contemporary art history. She is affiliated with the ETCC Nebrija Research Group on Transversal Studies in Contemporary Creation and contributes to interdisciplinary dialogues on art, conservation, and cultural theory.

• Contemporary Art
• New Materialisms
• Material Anthropology
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Dr. José María Alonso Moral is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics and Computation of CiTIUS-USC (Research Center for Intelligent Technologies) at the University of Santiago de Compostela. With a PhD in Telecommunication Engineering from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (2007) and a 'Doctor Europeus' distinction, he has held prestigious positions including Ramón y Cajal researcher (2018-2022), Juan de la Cierva postdoctoral researcher (2012), and served as President of the European Society for Fuzzy Logic and Technology (EUSFLAT) and Vice-Chair of IEEE Computational Intelligence Society's Explainable Fuzzy Systems Task Force. IEEE Senior Member Associate Editor: IEEE Computational Intelligence Magazine (Q1) and International Journal of Approximate Reasoning (Q2) Board Member: ACL SIGGEN (2019-2022) His research focuses on Explainable AI and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence , particularly through interpretable fuzzy systems and natural language generation. Key contributions include the ExpliClas web service for decision tree explanations and JFML library for IEEE 1855-2016 fuzzy system modeling. Recent publications examine counterfactual explanations, fuzzy temporal constraint networks, and feature attribution faithfulness metrics. He leads projects like TRUST (Trustworthy AI) and ReproHum (NLP Evaluation Reproducibility), emphasizing human-centered AI design and cross-disciplinary applications in healthcare and education. As an educator, he developed high school workshops on explainable AI fundamentals through CiTIUS-USC's STEM outreach program. His technical work includes developing explainable classifiers for Alzheimer's disease progression and implementing fuzzy logic systems in embedded platforms like Arduino and Raspberry Pi.

• Explainable Artificial Intelligence
• Trustworthy AI
• Machine Learning
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Ariadna Gassiot Melian is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Tourism, University of Girona, affiliated with the Department of Organisation, Business Management and Product Design. She is a researcher at the Institute for Tourism Research (INSETUR) and part of the research group "Organizational Networks, Innovation, and Tourism Strategy Development" (ONIT). PhD in Tourism (University of Girona, 2016) MSc in Tourism Management (University of Girona, 2012) BSc in Translation & Interpreting and Linguistics (Pompeu Fabra University, 2011) Her research focuses on tourist behavior , accessible tourism , and strategic management . She has published in journals like International Journal of Management Cases and Tourism Review , addressing topics such as sensory marketing in hotels, intermodal transport systems, and social media influence on travel decisions. Her recent work includes analyzing pandemic impacts on cruise pricing, accessibility in religious destinations, and food-sharing behavior among generations. Her publications show strong engagement with digital marketing (social media, vlogs), transport logistics , and disability inclusion in tourism. She applies text mining, structural equation modeling, and comparative analysis to understand destination image formation, electronic word-of-mouth trends, and pricing dynamics.

• Tourism Management
• Accessible Tourism
• Strategic Management
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Daniel Duque Campayo is a Professor in the Department of Physics Applied to Aeronautical and Naval Engineering at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), affiliated with the School of Naval Engineering. He has held this position since 2012 and was appointed Deputy Director of the department in 2023. His research spans Applied Mathematics, Fluid Mechanics, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), with a focus on numerical simulations and interdisciplinary applications. Education: Implied PhD in Physics or Engineering, though exact details not explicitly provided. His recent publications include topics like blackbody radiation, Voronoi diagrams, and numerical methods in fluid dynamics. While specific awards are not listed, his curriculum highlights contributions to research financing, technological development, and training of young researchers. He actively collaborates with industry and public institutions, particularly in hydrodynamic testing through the CEHINAV group. He utilizes open-source tools like FreeCAD, OpenFOAM, and reveal.js for technical workflows and presentations, emphasizing software freedom. His blog archives from 2016–2025 reflect expertise in von Neumann stability, Coriolis force modeling, and Maxwell constructions for energy modeling.

• Applied Mathematics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
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Carlos Serrano Cinca is a Professor of Financial Economics and Accounting in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the University of Zaragoza, Spain, where he currently serves as Director of the Department. With a PhD in Economics and Business Administration from the same institution, his academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to the fields of financial technology, accounting, and microfinance. Dr. Serrano Cinca earned his PhD from the University of Zaragoza with a thesis titled "Artificial Neural Networks in the Analysis of Financial Information," which received the Extraordinary Doctoral Award. He has also been a visiting researcher at the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom. His research primarily focuses on the intersection of technology and finance, with four main pillars: The impact of Information and Communication Technologies on accounting practices and e-commerce Microfinance and social economy initiatives Quantitative analysis of accounting information using multivariate techniques Applications of artificial intelligence in accounting systems His work demonstrates how advanced analytical methods can enhance financial decision-making and promote financial inclusion. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on microfinance innovation, particularly in credit scoring systems that incorporate social and environmental factors. His research bridges traditional financial analysis with emerging technologies, showing how machine learning and statistical methods can address challenges in peer-to-peer lending, financial inclusion, and sustainable banking practices. The interdisciplinary nature of his work connects finance, information systems, and social impact measurement. Among his notable achievements is the Extraordinary Doctoral Award for pioneering work on neural networks in financial analysis His research has been published in prestigious journals across multiple disciplines, reflecting the broad applicability of his work. Throughout his career, Dr. Serrano Cinca has held several leadership positions including Coordinator of the Telefónica-University of Zaragoza Chair Head of the Aragonese Observatory of the Information Society Director of the Master's in Electronic Business Administration Coordinator of the Advanced Legal and Business Research Laboratory at Walqa Technology Park His work demonstrates a consistent commitment to bridging academic research with practical applications in finance and technology. He maintains an active research laboratory focused on financial technology applications, with particular emphasis on how digital innovations can enhance financial inclusion and promote socially responsible banking practices. His current projects explore the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into traditional financial analysis frameworks.

• Impact of Information and Communication Technologies on Accounting
• E-commerce
• Microfinance
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