Maria Carboneros Castro

Maria Carboneros Castro is a Researcher affiliated with the University of Murcia, part of the UMUSPORT research group. She holds a Doctorate from the University of Murcia, awarded in 2024 for her thesis on 'Analysis of the conditions for effective gender equality in sport: a gender perspective.' Her work focuses on gender equity in sports, sports management, and event tourism.

Her research explores barriers to inclusion in the sports workforce, volunteer motivation in sports events like Sport4Cancer, and the impact of physical activity during health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. She has also investigated tourist perceptions in cycling and nautical events, emphasizing sustainability and socio-cultural dimensions.

Key themes in her publications include gender equality policies, volunteer workload analysis, and the interplay between physical activity and health outcomes. Her studies on sports tourism highlight demographic trends and destination marketing strategies. Though no awards are explicitly mentioned, her contributions span both academic research and applied policy analysis within the sports sector.

Maria’s work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, blending sociology, psychology, and public health perspectives to address contemporary challenges in sports governance and community engagement.