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Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being, Faculty of Economics, University of Algarve, Portugal
Edson Redy Moreira dos Santos is a Ph.D. candidate in Tourism at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Algarve. He is also a Research Member at the Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being (CinTurs) and serves as an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Social Science, Humans, and Arts, as well as the School of Business and Governance at the University of Cape Verde. With expertise in destination branding, management, and marketing, his research focuses on sustainable tourism development, small island tourism, resident quality of life and well-being, and support for tourism development.
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Education:
Edson Redy Moreira dos Santos completed his Bachelor’s degree in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures with a Major in English Studies at the University of Cape Verde. He then pursued a Master’s degree in Tourism Management at the Instituto Superior de Ciêrcias Empresariais e do Turismo in Portugal. Currently, he is pursuing his Ph.D. in Tourism at the University of Algarve.
Research Focus:
Edson Santos’s research primarily revolves around various aspects of tourism, including destination branding, management, and marketing. He is particularly interested in sustainable tourism development, small island tourism, resident quality of life and well-being in tourism destinations, and strategies to support tourism development.
Professional Journey:
Edson Santos has been actively involved in academia as an Associate Professor at the University of Cape Verde since 2014. Alongside his teaching responsibilities, he engages in research activities as a member of the Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being (CinTurs) and has contributed significantly to the field of tourism through his publications and projects.
Honors & Awards:
Edson Santos has received recognition for his contributions to the field of tourism, although specific honors and awards are not mentioned in the provided information.
Publications Noted & Contributions:
Throughout his academic career, Edson Santos has made notable contributions to the field of tourism through various publications. His work includes journal articles and book chapters focusing on topics such as destination branding, mutant brands, and the impact of tourism on local communities. These contributions provide valuable insights into the complex dynamics of tourism development and management.
Edson Santos’s research journey spans several years, beginning with his Bachelor’s degree in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures in 2010. He continued his academic pursuits with a Master’s degree in Tourism Management, followed by his ongoing Ph.D. in Tourism. Throughout this timeline, he has been actively engaged in research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in tourism studies.
Collaborations and Projects:
Edson Santos has been involved in various research projects, including his current involvement as a Ph.D. student fellow in projects such as “Residents and Tourism COVID-19 Evidence, Cape Verde” and “Factors Affecting Residents’ Support for Sustainable Tourism Development in Cape Verde.” These collaborations demonstrate his commitment to addressing pressing issues in tourism and fostering sustainable development in Cape Verde and beyond.
