Assist. Prof. Dr. Mariana Magalhães | Computer Graphics | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mariana Magalhães is an interdisciplinary researcher and academic specializing in multisensory Virtual Reality (VR) and digital media, with a strong foundation in linguistics and multimedia studies. She earned her PhD in Digital Media (Cum Laude, 2024) from FEUP, focusing on the influence of multisensory stimuli on users’ emotional responses and mental imagery in virtual tourism, and holds a Master’s in Multimedia from FEUP and a Bachelor in Language Sciences (Linguistics) from FLUP. Her doctoral and postdoctoral research has advanced understanding of human-computer interaction, emotional engagement, and immersive experiences in VR, bridging cognitive, affective, and technological perspectives. Dr. Magalhães has authored multiple high-impact publications in Q1 journals, including Computers & Graphics, IEEE Access, and Multimedia Tools and Applications, with research cited over 30 times, demonstrating both scholarly influence and practical relevance. She contributes actively to the academic community as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at FEUP, guest lecturer internationally, and supervisor of master’s students, while participating in scientific committees and reviewing for top journals. Her professional experience spans research, communication strategy, and human resources, complemented by strong soft skills such as critical thinking, adaptability, teamwork, Citations: 30 by 30 documents | Documents: 4 | h-index: 2 and user experience, positioning her as a leading researcher in virtual tourism and digital media innovation.