Ana Paula Nunes Amaro

Ana Paula Nunes Amaro is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics of the New University of Lisbon (NOVASBE) since 2013 and ISG – Business & Economics School since 1997. She holds a PhD in Systems Engineering (1997) from IST, Technical University of Lisbon, a Master’s in Operations Research and Systems Engineering (1987) from IST, and a Bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering (1983) from FCT, New University of Lisbon.

• Education:
  • PhD in Systems Engineering (1997), IST, Technical University of Lisbon
  • Master’s in Operations Research and Systems Engineering (1987), IST, Technical University of Lisbon
  • Bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering (1983), FCT, New University of Lisbon

Her research focuses on the intersection of Statistics, Operations Research, Systems Engineering, and Data Analysis. She has contributed to advancing methodologies for data-driven decision-making and pedagogical approaches in Statistics, with publications in international journals and two authored books. She has been instrumental in establishing research centers like CEPGA (Center for Studies in Planning and Management of the Environment) and CIGEST (ISG Center for Research in Management).

• Professional Contributions:
  • Teaching Assistant in Applied Mathematics, FCT (1987)
  • Statistics and Operations Research lead at Soporcel Research Forest Center (1989–1993)
  • Founding member of CEPGA and CIGEST
  • Active in Public Environmental Administration (1983–present)