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Tiago Lapa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the School of Sociology and Public Policy, ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon, and an Integrated Researcher at CIES-Iscte - Center for Research and Studies in Sociology. His work focuses on communication and culture, particularly in digital sociology, internet studies, new media literacy, and online research methods.
- PhD in Sociology, ISCTE-University Institute of Lisbon (2015)
- MPhil in Modern Society and Global Transformations, University of Cambridge (2008)
- Bachelor’s in Sociology, ISCTE-IUL (2004)
- Erasmus exchange in Sociology, University of Warwick (2000–2001)
His research interests include digital sociology, new media literacy, online research methodologies, digital divides, and social media’s role in aging populations and political communication. He has taught courses such as Sociology of Communication, Communication Theories, and Communication Skills at ISCTE-IUL and other institutions.
Tiago Lapa’s recent publications (2021–2025) explore trends in digital inclusion among seniors, misinformation in EU contexts, hate speech in security forces, and metaverse adoption. His work often bridges sociological theory with empirical digital analysis, emphasizing cultural capital, social networks, and digital well-being.
Notable scientific contributions include participation in international networks such as the World Internet Project and the European MediaCoach Initiative. He also serves on the advisory board of the Safe Internet Center of the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT).
- Supervised master's and doctoral students
- Reviewer for academic publications
- Participant in COST and Erasmus+ programs
- Active in international conferences (e.g., European Communication Conference, Congress of Portuguese Sociology)
Tiago Lapa leads research on digital transformation and its societal impacts, particularly in the context of aging, inequality, and media trust. He is involved in interdisciplinary projects analyzing big data, 5G, IoT, and ethical dimensions of digital research.
