Bruno Daniel de Brito Serra

Bruno Daniel de Brito Serra is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Beira Interior (UBI) and a researcher at Praxis – Center for Philosophy, Politics and Culture. He holds a degree in Philosophy and a master's in Teaching Philosophy in Secondary Education from UBI, completing his doctorate at Durham University in 2016 with a thesis on The Politics of Rationality. His academic work spans Political Philosophy, Ethics, and Philosophy of Education.

His research focuses on the role of emotions in political processes, democratic propaganda, Carl Schmitt's political theory, and the intersection of deontological/utilitarian ethics with contemporary bioethics and professional standards. He also emphasizes citizenship education, pedagogical methodologies, and the societal implications of media and technology.

Serra's publications from 2013-2020 reveal a critical engagement with democratic pathologies, corporate ethics, and cultural narratives in fictional and real-world contexts. His work often bridges philosophical theory with practical societal challenges.

Scientific Awards:

• FCT Individual Doctoral Grant