Paulo Jorge Lourenço Nunes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Science and Technology at ISCTE – Instituto Universitário de Lisboa, where he also serves as Coordinator of the Multimedia Signal Processing Group at the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL. He is an Integrated Researcher at the same institute, contributing to advanced research in multimedia and signal processing. PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Higher Technical Institute - UTL (2007) Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Higher Technical Institute - UTL (1995) Bachelor's in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Higher Technical Institute - UTL (1992) His research focuses on multimedia signal processing , particularly in light field coding , 3D holoscopic video , and scalable video representation . He applies deep learning and advanced signal processing techniques to problems in immersive systems and image compression. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical implementation in next-generation visual media. The recent articles highlight a strong trend in light field processing , including segmentation, coding, disparity estimation, and view synthesis using neural networks. Keywords across publications include computer vision, image compression, deep learning, and immersive media, reflecting a cohesive and impactful research trajectory in next-generation visual technologies. Notable scientific contributions include highly cited works in IEEE Transactions and Signal Processing journals, with over 1300 citations on Google Scholar. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive publication record and leadership in funded research projects underscore significant recognition in the field. He actively supervises postdoctoral researchers, PhD, and Master’s students. His advising portfolio includes ongoing and completed theses on light field coding, deep learning for immersive systems, and multimedia communication. He has also secured and led multiple research projects in multimedia and telecommunications. His teaching includes courses such as Multimedia Communication Systems and Fundamentals of Computer Networks. He leads the Multimedia Signal Processing Group at the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL, a research team focused on advanced multimedia analysis, compression, and delivery. The group works on cutting-edge topics including light field technologies, error-resilient video coding, and machine learning for multimedia.










