Ana Silva Marques

Ana Silva Marques is a Professor at the School of Dance (ESD) of the Polytechnic University of Lisbon (IPL) since 2000, with a PhD in Educational Sciences from Universidade Nova de Lisboa. She serves as Deputy Director of ESD (2017-2020), chairs the Scientific Committee of the Masters in Dance Teaching, and supervises internships in dance pedagogy.

• Education: PhD (2016), Master's (2007), and Graduate Degree (1999) in Dance fields
• Accreditation: Certified trainer in dance education, project design, and didactics

Her research focuses on choreographic composition, interdisciplinary approaches in dance education, and creative pedagogy. Recent publications explore connections between dance and mathematics, architecture, and early childhood development, emphasizing formal/ informal learning contexts.

Key trends in her work include:

• Integration of STEM concepts with dance
• Therapeutic applications for pediatric oncology
• Interdisciplinary curriculum design
• Historical analysis of vocational dance schools

Scientific recognition includes:

• 2016: IPL Merit Diploma for outstanding research
• 2013: 2nd prize in Poliempreende Competition
• 2000: Merit scholarship from Ministry of Education

She founded the ESD Graduates Association (ADESD) and participates in national/international academic committees. Her work bridges artistic practice, educational theory, and pedagogical innovation.