Ana Maria David Mendes

Ana Maria David Mendes is a researcher affiliated with CICANT - Centre for Research in Applied Communication, Culture, and New Technologies. Her work is centered on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of art, communication, and decolonial practices, particularly in postcolonial African contexts.

Research Interests: Her research explores themes such as colonial heritage, artistic mediums, and decolonizing cultural narratives. She employs artistic research as a methodological framework to investigate historical representation and cultural memory, especially in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her work integrates immersive media and new technologies to reframe heritage discourse.

The recent publication trend indicates a strong focus on postcolonial cultural studies and the role of art in societal transformation. Her collaborative work appears in peer-reviewed journals focusing on stereo and immersive media, suggesting engagement with both technological and humanistic dimensions of communication.

Collaborations and Research Networks: She collaborates internationally, with research connections extending to institutions working on Congo-related artistic and cultural projects. Her network reflects interdisciplinary and cross-cultural academic engagement.

Advising and Grants: No information is available regarding student supervision or grant funding.

Labs and Research Groups: She is actively involved with CICANT, a research center dedicated to applied communication and new technologies, where she contributes to projects linking culture, media, and societal change.