Teresa Sequeira

Teresa Sequeira is a Professor of Economics at the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) since 1992. She holds a PhD in Economics from UTAD (2006) and a degree in Economics from the University of Porto. Her professional career includes senior management roles at SONAE Real Estate and Tourism, and board membership at SPIDOURO, SA, focusing on regional development and tourism projects. Her research emphasizes Regional Development, Sustainable Development, European Union policies, and Social Cohesion.

• Education: PhD in Economics (UTAD, 2006); Degree in Economics (University of Porto)

Her research explores intersections between regional investment strategies, EU policy frameworks, and socio-economic indicators. Notable projects include the National Road 2 Observatory initiative, a collaboration between academia, municipalities, and private sectors. Recent publications analyze quality of life metrics in Portuguese municipalities, entrepreneurship in mountain regions, and solidarity economy strategies in Brazil.

No scientific awards mentioned. Current projects include international collaborative research through platforms like CETRAD.