Rui Miguel Marques Bras

Rui Miguel Marques Bras serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Sports Sciences at University of Beira Interior. As a researcher at CIDESD (Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development), he investigates physical activity determinants and exercise interventions.

His work focuses on:

• Cross-cultural physical activity patterns
• Biomechanical assessment techniques
• Exercise programs for special populations
• Health behavior motivation

He coordinates the Nutrition and Metabolism in Exercise and Health program and teaches courses in Exercise Biochemistry, Sports Nutrition, and Aging.