I am a social anthropologist (Ph.D. in 2011 from Martin Luther University, Germany) with a keen interest in ethnographic research. My expertise lies in the interdisciplinary realms of tourism, knowledge systems, development studies, political ecology, nonrepresentationalism, and marine studies.

From 2007 to 2016, I held positions at universities in Germany, engaging in research activities and instructing courses and seminars. Furthermore, I conducted extensive research in Mozambique, exploring the intricate interplay between community tourism, international development, and ethical considerations. Subsequently, my research focus shifted to Southeast Angola, where I investigated the emergence of “ecoauthorities” driven by moral and truth claims concerning ecology.

In mid-2016, I relocated to Portugal, becoming a member of the Instituto de Ciências Sociais (ICS). Initially, I participated in a research initiative led by the University of Sheffield, exploring the various dimensions of “freshness” within the context of food. Starting in 2017, I initiated a new research project titled “Portugal is Sea.” This project critically examined Portugal’s scientific pursuits and its commitment to enhancing territorial sovereignty through the exploration of the Atlantic seabed. Since 2023, I have been actively involved in the “Captive Ocean” project, investigating how captivity is reshaping ocean biodiversity and influencing the practices, goals, and outcomes of marine biology.