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Ana Silva is a Guest Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Economy at ISCTE – Instituto Universitário de Lisboa, and an Associate Researcher at CEI-Iscte - Center for International Studies. Her work is centered on international development cooperation, innovation in civil society, and sustainable development, with regional focus on Madagascar, Mozambique, and Portugal.
- PhD in Development Studies, University of Lisbon (2017–2023)
- MSc in Development Studies, London School of Economics and Political Science (2009)
- Bachelor’s in Political Science and International Relations, Nova University of Lisbon (2007)
Her research interests include innovation in NGOs, gender and development, road safety in low-income countries, and the political economy of aid. She has published in high-impact journals such as Injury Prevention and Transportation Research Part F, with a strong emphasis on empirical fieldwork and policy relevance.
The trends in her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on innovation within development organizations, behavioral aspects of road safety, and the social impacts of global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work bridges academic inquiry with practical policy development, particularly through reports and collaborations with NGOs.
Ana Silva has not received any formally listed scientific awards based on the available data.
She has been involved in multiple research projects and policy reports, often in collaboration with international institutions and researchers. While there is no explicit mention of student advising, her role as a guest assistant professor suggests involvement in teaching and mentorship. Her work is associated with the research group Sustainable Societies at CEI-Iscte.
She is affiliated with the Center for International Studies (CEI-Iscte), where she contributes to interdisciplinary research on global development challenges, innovation, and social sustainability.

