Aldave Monreal, Esther

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).