Rui Gaspar

Rui Gaspar is an Associate Professor at the School of Psychology and Life Sciences, Lusófona University. He leads the HEI-Lab (Digital Laboratories of Environments and Human Interactions) and contributes to global Sustainable Development Goals through interdisciplinary research.

• Key research areas: Risk Perception, Eco-Anxiety, Pro-Environmental Behavior, Climate Change Adaptation, Health Literacy

His recent work focuses on climate risk psychology, using mixed-methods research to connect eco-anxiety with risk perception mechanisms. Projects include EcoC2S (coastal resilience) and CATAPULT (nuclear emergency preparedness). Notable publications examine heat wave risk perception, vaccination behavior, and pandemic impacts on mental health.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Society for Risk Analysis (2023)
• IV Rocio Martin Award (2017)
• International Travel Award (2016)

He serves as a member of the WHO European Region's Technical Advisory Group on Risk Communication, co-organizing high-level meetings like April 2024's Lisbon gathering. His 187/2023 Louvor award highlights significant contributions to environmental psychology.