María Rosa Jurado Barba

María Rosa Jurado Barba is a Professor at Camilo José Cela University (UCJC), where she serves as Director of the Master's Degree in Neuropsychological Assessment and Rehabilitation. She holds a PhD in Psychology from Complutense University of Madrid, with postgraduate training in Cognitive Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology. Her teaching spans graduate and postgraduate programs including Psychology, Education, and Speech Therapy.

• PhD in Psychology (Complutense University of Madrid)
• Magister in Cognitive Neuropsychology
• Accredited by ANECA as a Contratado Doctor professor

Dr. Jurado Barba's research focuses on neuropsychological and psychophysiological markers in addictive disorders and mental health conditions. Key areas include:

• Cognitive impairment in alcohol dependence
• Neurophysiological correlates of addiction
• Brain connectivity in alcohol-dependent patients
• Recovery capital assessment tools
• Neurostimulation in perinatal psychiatry
• Comorbidity in addiction and mental disorders

Her recent publications (2020-2023) demonstrate expertise in neurophysiological assessment of addiction, clinical neuropsychology, and translational neuroscience. She leads the research project ROLE OF COGNITIVE PROCESSES... funded by the Ministry of Science and Innovation (€108,900). Current grants include projects on cannabinoid biomarkers in alcohol dependence (Carlos III Institute) and gambling disorders in youth (€65,913 from National Drug Plan).

As Academic Committee member of UCJC's Doctorate in Health Sciences, she contributes to graduate education while maintaining clinical research at Hospital 12 de Octubre since 2001. Her work bridges clinical practice, academic research, and mental health policy through roles in research networks like RIAPAd (Alcohol Addiction Care Network).