Sandra Fernandes

Sandra Fernandes is a distinguished academic and researcher currently serving as the Director at Centro de Investigação em Ciência Política and as an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the University of Minho, where responsibilities include scientific research, teaching, and academic management. With a robust background in International Relations, Sandra has held various program director roles, overseeing both Master's and Bachelor's programs, and facilitating student engagement. In addition to academic roles, Sandra serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers, Government Representative at the Military University Institute, and Editor for the Caucasus Analytical Digest, while contributing as an international affairs commentator for Portuguese National TV. Sandra's expertise is further recognized through positions as an evaluation specialist for multiple foundations and national coordinators in political science research. Academic qualifications include a Ph.D. in Political Science from Sciences Po and a Habilitation from Universidade do Minho.