Rui Neto Marinheiro is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Science and Technology, School of Technology and Architecture, Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon. He is also an Integrated Researcher at the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL, where he contributes to the Radio Systems Group. His academic leadership includes directing the Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications and Computer Engineering and coordinating various institutional initiatives such as e-learning, audiovisual services, and international mobility programs. PhD in Electronics and Computer Science, University of Southampton (2001) Bachelor’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto (1995) His research focuses on advanced computer networking topics, including IoT communication architectures, software-defined networks, network security, mobility, and medium access control. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical implementation in smart cities and distributed systems. He has led and participated in multiple national and international research projects funded by European and national agencies. The recent publications and projects reflect a strong trend in IoT-enabled smart environments, network resilience, and intelligent surveillance systems. His work integrates wireless technologies, data analytics, and autonomous systems, contributing to both academic knowledge and real-world applications in public safety, tourism, and telecommunications infrastructure. MoniCrowd – Adaptive system for crowding monitoring RESETTING – Digitalization of sustainable tourism ImpAr – Optical network impairment modeling SAAS – UAV surveillance via terrestrial networks LTE-Advanced Enhancements using Femtocells 3DVQM – 3D video quality monitoring E-NEXT – Networking technologies integration AGENTCITIES.RTD – Agent-based service networks Marinheiro actively supervises graduate students, with three doctoral theses and four master’s dissertations currently in progress, and has guided over twenty master’s students to completion. He has not received explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. His teaching responsibilities span network architecture, security, IoT, and digital communications across multiple undergraduate and institutional programs. He is affiliated with the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL (IT-Iscte), particularly within the Radio Systems Group, where he conducts research on wireless and optical networks. His academic management roles include laboratory coordination and promoting international student recruitment through Erasmus+.