António Marques

Vice-President for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Polytechnic University of Porto

Porto, Portugal

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Responsible for Porto Innovation Center, Porto Design Factory, Start-up Porto, and P.PORTO Virtual and Augmented Reality Competencies Center.

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The Polytechnic University of Porto (Instituto Politécnico do Porto, or P.PORTO) is one of Portugal's largest and most distinguished higher education institutions. Founded in 1985, it is located primarily in Porto, with campuses across other cities in the Northern region. P.PORTO consists of eight schools and institutes, covering diverse fields such as engineering, health, media arts and design, education and sports, management, performing arts, and Tourism and Hospitality. Known for its commitment to applied research and practical learning, the Polytechnic of Porto emphasizes close connections with industry and community, fostering an environment of innovation, entrepreneurship, and hands-on experience. Its strong partnerships with national and international organizations make it a leading institution in Portugal for technical education.
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About me

Ph.D. and PostDoc in Psychology, specialized diploma in Education and Management, António Marques has solid experience in health and organizational management. As Vice President of the Polytechnic University of Porto, he is responsible for innovation and entrepreneurship. Responsible for Porto Innovation Center, Porto Design Factory, Start-up Porto, and P.PORTO Virtual and Augmented Reality Competencies Center. Since 1998 António Marques has been assuming several roles in the health management field: Vice President of the Health School, President of the School Scientific Council, Director of the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Lab, Vice-Director of the Center for Rehabilitation Research, and Co-coordinator of the Porto Interactive Neuroscience Group, the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Research Group of the São João Hospital, and the Porto Metropolitan Area Network of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Institutions. As a teacher and researcher, he coordinates the Digital Health BSc, several I&D projects, and Ph.D. theses in mental health, social innovation, and virtual and augmented reality.

My organisation

Polytechnic University of Porto

https://www.ipp.pt

The Polytechnic Institute of Porto (Instituto Politécnico do Porto, or P.PORTO) is one of Portugal's largest and most distinguished higher education institutions. Founded in 1985, it is located primarily in Porto, with campuses across other cities in the Northern region. P.PORTO consists of eight schools and institutes, covering diverse fields such as engineering, health, media arts and design, education and sports, management, performing arts, and Tourism and Hospitality. Known for its commitment to applied research and practical learning, the Polytechnic of Porto emphasizes close connections with industry and community, fostering an environment of innovation, entrepreneurship, and hands-on experience. Its strong partnerships with national and international organizations make it a leading institution in Portugal for technical education.

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Interests

  • Mental Health
  • Digital Health
  • virtual reality

Speaker sessions (1)

Tuesday, 19 November 2024

14:00 - 17:05

Painel: A Integração da Simulação no Treino Operacional

Format:In-personLocation:Auditório - Centro de Congressos do TagusparkTrack:Apresentação