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Caterina Foa is a Guest Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the School of Sociology and Public Policies, ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon. She is also an Integrated Researcher at CIES-Iscte – Center for Research and Studies in Sociology, where she contributes to multiple interdisciplinary research initiatives in communication, culture, and digital media.
- PhD in Communication Sciences, ISCTE (2018–2022)
- Post-Doctorate in Media and Journalism, USI-Universitá della Svizzera Italiana (2025)
- Master’s in Political and Social Communication, State University of Milan (2011)
- Bachelor’s in Human Sciences for Communication, State University of Milan (2007)
Her research interests include Communication Sciences, Media and Journalism, Digital Platforms, Online Social Networks, Arts, Culture and Creative Industries, Marketing, Crowdfunding, Entrepreneurship, and Social Science Methods. She investigates the impact of artificial intelligence on media and creativity, disinformation, European media platforms, and cultural entrepreneurship.
She teaches graduate courses such as Research Design, Entrepreneurship in Culture, Cultural Marketing, Media Management and Production, and Media Entrepreneurship across Master’s programs in Cultural Studies and Management, Communication, Culture and Information Technologies, and New Media Management. She actively supervises a large number of Master’s students and one ongoing PhD candidate.
Her research projects include:
- Cri-AI Med-AI: Examines AI’s role in creative and media processes
- IBERIFIER: A hub tackling disinformation in Spain and Portugal
- EUMEPLAT: Analyzes European media platforms and cultural identity
- OPAC: Portuguese Observatory of Cultural Activities
- AFROPRENEURS.PT: Supports African and Afro-descendant entrepreneurs in Portugal
- CreBiz: Business development in creative industries
Caterina Foa mentors students in diverse areas including digital communication, cultural policy, media innovation, and entrepreneurial strategies in the arts. She has coordinated over 50 Master’s theses and final projects, reflecting her strong commitment to academic guidance and applied research.
She is a key member of research teams at CIES-Iscte and contributes to national and international collaborations, particularly in Iberian and European media ecosystems. Her work bridges academic research with public policy and civil society engagement.