Ana María Aba Catoira

Dr. Ana María Aba Catoira is a Professor in the Department of Public Law at the Universidade da Coruña's Faculty of Law. Her research focuses on constitutional law, digital rights, privacy, and gender studies, with a particular emphasis on digital security and data protection.

• Master's Degree in Digital Law and Artificial Intelligence
• Degree in Law
• Concurrent Degree in Business Administration and Law

Her research lines include:

• Exercise and limitation of fundamental rights
• Public digitization policies and digital security
• Privacy and personal data protection
• Freedom of expression and information disorders
• Gender rights and age/disability discrimination

She has directed multiple theses, including Emma Roxana Silva Chicaiza (2024) on legal frameworks for digital rights. Her work explores the intersection of technology and law, addressing challenges in cybersecurity, data governance, and vulnerable collective rights.

Grants and projects:

• Ministry of Science (2022-2025)
• Autonomous Programs (2022-2023)
• International collaborations (2010-2018)

She has participated in conferences across Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Latin America, focusing on constitutional law, digital governance, and gender equality.