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I hold two PhDs: one in Comparative Politics from the University of Salamanca (2025) and another in Peace, Conflict and Development Studies from Jaume I University (2024). Before joining ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ, I taught at the Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain) and conducted research stays at Princeton University (United States) and the University of Cartagena (Colombia).

I am particularly interested in how states are built, contested, and experienced in contexts of war and transition. Much of my work examines the role of infrastructures, services, armed actors, communities, and human rights practices in shaping authority, legitimacy, and social order. My research is grounded in qualitative fieldwork in Colombia, using semi-structured interviews, participatory methodologies — including social cartography and timeline mapping — archival research, and documentary analysis. I have worked with former combatants, victims, public officials, and civil society actors.

I am currently part of the COM2CIV project at ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ, led by Júlia Palik, where I contribute to research on civilian life after combatant experiences, with a particular interest in reintegration, trust-building, community relations, and participatory methods.

If these topics resonate with your work, feel free to get in touch.

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