Marcelo Lages Murta

Marcelo Lages Murta is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Museology at Universidade Lusófona (Lisbon, Portugal). He holds a Ph.D. in Museology (2021, Universidade Lusófona), a Master’s in International Cooperation and Development (2014, Universidad de Cantábria), and a Bachelor’s in History (2007, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais). His work bridges research, consultancy, and education across Museology, Cultural Heritage, International Cooperation, and Social Development.

• Doctorate: Museology (2021, Universidade Lusófona)
• Master’s: International Cooperation and Development (2014, Universidad de Cantábria)
• Postgraduate: Cultural Management (2011, Centro Universitário Una)
• Bachelor’s: History (2007, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais)

His research focuses on socially engaged museology, cultural policy frameworks, and heritage management in Brazil, Latin America, and the South Pacific. Projects include UNESCO-funded initiatives on living heritage, Ibermuseos collaborations, and ecomuseum models for community-driven conservation.

Recent publications highlight comparative policy analysis (Buenos Aires Plan), ecomuseum development (EcoHeritage project), and social justice in Brazilian favela museums. He contributes to debates on cultural policy transfer, multilateral cooperation, and sustainable heritage practices.

Scientific Awards:

• Prêmio Ibero-Americano de Educação e Museus (2015)