Alex Barco Martelo

Álex Barco Martelo is a Lecturer at the University of Deusto. His research focuses on social and assistive robotics, and promoting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) vocations among youth. He holds a Telecommunication Engineering degree (2010) and a PhD (2017) from La Salle-Universitat Ramon Llull, with postdoctoral research (2017–2020) at the Amsterdam School of Communication Research (University of Amsterdam), funded by the European Research Council (ERC).

Education:

• Bachelor's in Telecommunication Engineering: La Salle-Universitat Ramon Llull (2010)
• PhD in Telecommunication Engineering: La Salle-Universitat Ramon Llull (2017)

Research Interests: Combines robotics innovation with educational outreach, emphasizing ethical and socially impactful applications. Collaborative projects in the U.S. (Tufts University) and Panama (Ann Sullivan Center) have shaped his work in accessible technology and youth engagement.

Office Hours: Tuesdays 10:30–12:00 in Room A029, Antxieta Building.