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Joana Rita Fonseca is a Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte, affiliated with the Digital Living Spaces group. She graduated in Architecture from the University of Coimbra in 2006 and has over a decade of professional experience in architectural projects spanning housing, schools, and commercial spaces.
- Current affiliation: ISTAR-Iscte - Research Center in Information Sciences, Technologies and Architecture
- Alumni: University of Coimbra
Her research focuses on ecological sustainability in architecture and urban planning, particularly in rehabilitation processes. She explores how human activities in urban development can be rebalanced to promote ecosystem self-regeneration, emphasizing regenerative systems and the environmental impact of buildings.
The thematic scope of her publications since 2006 includes urban sustainability, regenerative design, and paradigm shifts in development. Key subtopics revolve around place-based architectural theory, biocentric ethics, and ecosystem integration in urban environments.
As a former research fellow at the University of Coimbra, she contributed to projects analyzing historical urban contexts and sustainable intervention strategies. Her professional portfolio includes managing architectural projects and mentoring students through internships and tutoring.
