Agustín Jesús Blanco Martin

Agustín Jesús Blanco Martin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Humanities at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Universidad Pontificia Comillas. He is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic leadership, serving as the coordinator of the joint Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) degree with the University of Deusto and Universitat Ramon Llull, and as the director of the José María Martín Patino Chair of the Culture of Encounter.

• PhD in Sociology, University of Zaragoza (2013)
• Licentiate in Philosophy and Letters (Philosophy), Universidad Pontificia Comillas (1991)
• Senior Executive Program, ESADE
• Innovative Management & Corporate Entrepreneurship, Babson College

His research focuses on sociology, political foundations, ethics, and social development, particularly in the context of digital transformation, citizenship, and social cohesion. His work explores the moral dimensions of democracy, the impact of hyperconnectivity, and the challenges of social inclusion in contemporary Spain.

His recent publications, primarily in the Informe España series and pastoral theology journals, reflect a strong interdisciplinary focus on digital society, political participation, urban and rural development, and social ethics. Themes include reconciliation, mobility, vocational training, and the evolution of civic identity. These works demonstrate a consistent commitment to understanding and improving the social fabric of Spain through rigorous sociological analysis.

He has contributed extensively to social reporting and public discourse through his long-standing role at the Fundación Encuentro (1993–2016), where he directed and co-authored influential annual reports on Spanish society. His leadership in the José María Martín Patino Chair continues this mission of fostering dialogue and cultural understanding.

Notable research groups and initiatives include:

• Cátedra José María Martín Patino de la Cultura del Encuentro
• Seguridad y Política Criminal