Core Team
CEDRU stands for a team that is integral to the company culture. This team is not just a group of individuals working together, but a collaborative effort that thrives on mutual respect and understanding. Through our relationships, we generate energies that transcend the mundane routine of work and propel us towards personal growth and development.
We believe in the adage of “mens sana in corpore sano,” which translates to a healthy mind in a healthy body. We believe that a balanced lifestyle is essential to achieving success not only in our professional lives but also in our personal lives. Hence, we encourage our team to pursue a variety of interests and hobbies, which enrich their lives and contribute to their overall well-being.
Our team is not monolithic; instead, it comprises multiple teams with various vocations and different goals. We recognize that diversity is crucial to our success and that each person brings a unique perspective and skillset to the table. We encourage our team members to collaborate and learn from one another, fostering an environment of mutual respect and support.
CEDRU is more than just a team; it is a community of individuals dedicated to personal and professional growth. We are committed to creating an environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and collaboration, where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Permanent Scientific and Technical Consultancy
At CEDRU, we take pride in having a team of highly qualified and experienced consultants who have made significant contributions to the success of our projects. Our consultants come from diverse backgrounds and possess a range of expertise that allows us to tackle complex challenges in various regions and contexts.
As hubs of knowledge and expertise, our consultants not only provide valuable insights and solutions but also serve as resources for our team members. They help us broaden our horizons and expand our capabilities by introducing us to new perspectives and approaches.
Over the past 25 years, we have worked with interdisciplinary teams comprising members from different regions of the country and a large number of European countries. We are grateful to our external consultants for their specific contributions to our projects and for enriching our team with their diverse experiences and knowledge.
At CEDRU, we believe that collaboration and teamwork are essential to achieving success. Our consultants play a vital role in our mission to provide innovative solutions and excellent services to our clients.
Architect, ESBAL;
Professor at the UAL;
Academic Effective of the National Academy of Fine Arts;
Founder of AMMA;
Architecture and Urbanism
Master by the Technical University of Lisbon;
Professor at a Secondary School;
Transport
Doctor by the University of Lisbon;
Professor at the UL;
Member of the Portuguese Association of Data Classification and Analysis;
Mathematics Models
Doctor by the University of Massachusetts, EUA;
Professor at the UTL;
Founder Member of the TOPIARIS Atelier, Studies and Projects of Landscape Architecture;
Landscape Architecture
Doctor by the University of Lisbon;
Professor at the UL;
Urbanism and Planning
Doctor by the University of Oporto;
Professor at the UP;
Researcher of the Research Centre of Higher Education Policies (CIPES), Secretary General of the Agency for Evaluation and Accreditation of Higher Education (A3ES);
Geography and Planning
Doctor by the University of Aveiro;
Professor at the UA;
Planning of Maritime and Coastal Spaces
Doctor by the New University of Lisbon;
Professor of the UNL;
President of the Board of the Portuguese Association of Geographers (2010/12);
Geography and Land Use Management
Doctor by the University of Évora;
Emeritus Professor at the UE;
Anthropology
Doctor by the University of Lisbon;
Professor at the UL;
Modelling and Geographic Information Systems
Master by the University of Lisbon;
Professor at a Secondary School;
Local Development
Doctor by the University of Lisbon;
Assistant Professor at the UL;
Board Member of the Portuguese Association of Geographers (2010/12);
Geographic Information Systems
Doctor by the University of the Azores; Professor at the UAC;
Director of the Centre of Geographical Information and Land Use Management;
Geography and Land Use Management
Doctor by the Technical University of Lisbon;
Professor at the UTL;
Consultant of Planning Department of the Municipality of Albufeira;
Founder Member of the Brazilian Institute of Planning/S. Paulo;
Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute;
Architecture and Urbanism
Master by the New University of Lisbon;
Consultant in the Area of Environment and Land Use Management;
Environment and Land Use Management
Doctor by the University of Lisbon;
President of the Association of Friends of the Ecological Park of Funchal (NGO for Environment);
Ecology and Biogeography
Doctor by the University of the Azores;
Professor at the UAC;
Geography and Land Use Management
Doctor by the Technical University of Lisbon;
Professor at the IPCB;
Member of PLANRAIA – Studies and Consultancy of Raia, Ltd.;
Urban and Regional Planning
Doctor by the New University of Lisbon;
Professor at the UNL;
Geography and Tourism
Degree by the Technical University of Lisbon;
Founder of the TOPIARIS Atelier, Studies, and Projects of Landscape Architecture, Ltd.;
Landscape Architecture
Master by the University of Lisbon;
Professor at a Secondary School;
Planning and Local Development
Doctor by the Technical University of Lisbon;
Professor at the UTL;
Architecture and History of Urbanism
International Advisory Board
CEDRU, a research institution, was established during Portugal’s entry into the European Community. It was founded with the aim of promoting the internationalization of the country. As such, we recognized the importance of collaborating with experts from other countries and research university institutions. In our early studies, we sought the input of these experts to ensure that our research was of the highest quality.
Over time, we have developed strong relationships with experts from various fields and countries. We believe that their expertise and knowledge are valuable assets to our team. As a result, we have created the IAB – International Advisory Board – which serves as a support system for our research endeavors. The IAB provides guidance, monitors and evaluates our strategies and proposals, and assists us in finding consultants in specific areas.
By working closely with experts from around the world, we are able to produce research that is both relevant and impactful. We are committed to promoting collaboration and internationalization in all aspects of our work, and we believe that our partnerships with experts from different backgrounds are essential to achieving this goal.
Doctor by the London School of Economics;
Professor in Tourism and Mobility Studies, University of Surrey;
Tourism and Globalization
Doctor by the University Complutense of Madrid;
Professor of the University of Léon;
Regional e Local Development
Docteur d’État by the University of Paris-Sorbonne;
Emeritus Professor of the University of Geneva;
Founder of the Médicométrie;
Health and Territory
Doctor by the University of Oslo;
Senior researcher, Norwegian Institute for Urban and Regional Research (NIBR);
Innovation and Territorial Development, Common Fisheries Policy
Docteur d’État by the University of Paris-Sorbonne;
Emeritus Professor of the University of Paris X;
Urbanism, World Cities
Doctor by the University of Lund, Sweden;
Emeritus Professor of the University of Uppsala;
Population, Aging and Globalization