Paulo Jorge Carvalho dos Santos Vicente holds a PhD in Political Science (2012) at New Lisbon University, licenciate degree in History, Educational Branch (2005) and licenciate degree in History (2004) at University of Coimbra. Professor at Lusófona University – University Center of Porto. Researcher and founding member of the Political Observatory. His main research interests includes European integration, institutions and political processes, power networks, cultural studies and contemporary history. Publishes regularly academic works around these themes and participates as keynote speaker in national and international scientific events.