Associate professor at ISPA and vice-president of MARE. Director of the Biosciences Department and member of ISPA,CRL cooperative. Investigates in marine ecology and conservation, having been involved in the creation, monitoring and implementation of marine protected areas in several regions, including the high seas. Was deputy-head of the Portuguese Task Force for the Maritime Affairs, that elaborated the National Ocean Strategy. Is member of the Board of the Oceano Azul Foundation