Laura Del Vecchio Lança

Laura Del Vecchio Lança is a multidisciplinary researcher and educator at the Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB), specializing in Spanish Philology, Modern and Classical studies. She teaches Studying English Film for the English Studies degree program in Mallorca and serves as a member of the BRICCS research group (Estudios Culturales Británicos y Comparativos: Identidades y Representación). Her work spans cultural studies, migration, and more-than-human worlds, with extensive collaborations including UNESCO, GIZ, and the World Government Summit.

Education:

• MA in Construction and Representation of Cultural Identities (2024) from Universitat de Barcelona, specializing in globalization, migration and alterity (Grade: 9.45)
• BA in Translation, Interpretation and Applied Languages (2023) from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya and Universitat de Vic, specializing in English, Spanish and French (Grade: 7.89)

Del Vecchio Lança's research centers on narrative practices that challenge collapse discourses and recognize non-human subjectivity. Her work integrates decolonial and feminist perspectives with futures literacy, examining how language constructs possible futures. She develops methodologies at the intersection of cultural heritage, degrowth thinking, and technological innovation, particularly through projects like Buzzing Against Collapse and Escletxes.

Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on sustainability, emerging technologies, and social justice. The articles demonstrate consistent exploration of carbon neutrality, food systems, gender-technology intersections, and linguistic violence, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary approaches that bridge academic research with practical applications for social transformation.

Professional Activities:

• Teaching: Studying English Film (English Studies degree)
• Research: Member of BRICCS research group
• Workshops: Futures literacy facilitation with institutions like Centre d'Arts Santa Mònica and GIZ
• Artistic Projects: Founder of Dê o Fora! Label and Publisher, performer in Guerra Fría musical project

Her methodological contributions include the techDetector platform (2020), Envisioning Cities project, and LOW-TECH training model. She has presented at international conferences including UNESCO's Futures Literacy Congress and TaPRA, demonstrating her transdisciplinary approach that combines academic rigor with creative expression.