ANGEL MIRAMONTES CARBALLADA

ANGEL MIRAMONTES CARBALLADA is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), affiliated with the Department of Geography within the Faculty of Geography and History. He is part of the Institute of Studies and Development of Galicia (IDEGA) and the ANTE Territorial Analysis research group. His research focuses on human geography, territorial analysis, and spatial planning, with notable work on pandemic geography during the COVID-19 crisis, urban studies, and regional economic dynamics.

He holds a PhD from USC (2009) with a thesis on the wood industry in Galicia. His interdisciplinary contributions include GIS-driven spatial analysis of health crises, sustainable tourism models, and the circular economy. His recent publications address pandemic spatial impacts, mobility patterns, and regional development strategies in Galicia and beyond.

Key research areas include:

• Territorial resilience to pandemics
• Urban and rural spatial dynamics
• Forest and furniture industry economics
• Sustainable tourism and cultural landscapes
• Geographical aspects of public health crises

He has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on applying geographic methodologies to contemporary socio-economic challenges. His work bridges theoretical geography with practical policy recommendations, particularly in crisis management and regional development.