António Jácomo
Associate Professor, PhD.
Cooperative for Higher Polytechnic and University Education
Bioethics and Neuroethics
Bio
Professor António Bartolomeu Jácomo Ferreira is a distinguished Portuguese academic and researcher specializing in philosophy, bioethics, and neuroscience. His extensive career encompasses significant contributions to these fields through teaching, research, and leadership roles in various academic institutions.
Professor Jácomo earned his Doctorate in Philosophy and Letters from the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca in 2006. He also holds a Master's degree in European Studies from the same institution, with a thesis on "La Constitución Europea. Pormenores de una Polémica," completed in 2003. Additionally, he pursued postgraduate studies in Neurosciences at the University of Minho in 2012.
Throughout his career, Professor Jácomo has held various academic positions:
1. Coordinator-Researcher: At the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, he has been involved in research coordination, contributing significantly to the institution's academic endeavors.
Ciência Vitae
2. Invited Professor: He serves as an invited assistant professor at the Faculdade de Ciências da Nutrição e Alimentação da Universidade do Porto, where he engages in teaching and research activities.
3. Professor and Researcher: At the Instituto Universitário de Ciências da Saúde, he is involved in both teaching and research, particularly within the Translational Toxicology Lab.
Professor Jácomo's research interests are diverse, encompassing philosophy of mind, moral psychology, ethics, cognitive science, philosophy of religion, and European studies. He has authored numerous articles and seven books, and co-edited five others, reflecting his prolific contributions to these disciplines.
In addition to his teaching and research roles, Professor Jácomo has been actively involved in organizing and coordinating academic events and programs:
- Coordinator of the "Mente à Sexta-Feira" Seminar: Alongside Professor Daniel Serrão, he coordinated this seminar at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Porto, focusing on discussions related to mind and ethics.
Wook
- Coordinator for Training Areas at the Instituto de Bioética: He has overseen various training programs, including coordinating the Doctoral Program in Bioethics.
Professor Jácomo has received recognition for his academic excellence, including two awards or honors acknowledging his contributions to the fields of arts, philosophy, ethics, and religion.
Through his interdisciplinary approach, Professor António Jácomo has significantly advanced the understanding of complex issues at the crossroads of philosophy, bioethics, and neuroscience. His work continues to influence ethical considerations and policy-making in these rapidly evolving fields, making him a leading figure in contemporary philosophical and neuroethical discourse.
Professor António Jácomo is the foundar and chair of iCONE | International Conference on Neuroethics and Neurosciences.
António Jácomo
Associate Professor, PhD.
Cooperative for Higher Polytechnic and University Education
Bioethics and Neuroethics
Bio
Professor António Bartolomeu Jácomo Ferreira is a distinguished Portuguese academic and researcher specializing in philosophy, bioethics, and neuroscience. His extensive career encompasses significant contributions to these fields through teaching, research, and leadership roles in various academic institutions.
Professor Jácomo earned his Doctorate in Philosophy and Letters from the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca in 2006. He also holds a Master's degree in European Studies from the same institution, with a thesis on "La Constitución Europea. Pormenores de una Polémica," completed in 2003. Additionally, he pursued postgraduate studies in Neurosciences at the University of Minho in 2012.
Throughout his career, Professor Jácomo has held various academic positions:
1. Coordinator-Researcher: At the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, he has been involved in research coordination, contributing significantly to the institution's academic endeavors.
Ciência Vitae
2. Invited Professor: He serves as an invited assistant professor at the Faculdade de Ciências da Nutrição e Alimentação da Universidade do Porto, where he engages in teaching and research activities.
3. Professor and Researcher: At the Instituto Universitário de Ciências da Saúde, he is involved in both teaching and research, particularly within the Translational Toxicology Lab.
Professor Jácomo's research interests are diverse, encompassing philosophy of mind, moral psychology, ethics, cognitive science, philosophy of religion, and European studies. He has authored numerous articles and seven books, and co-edited five others, reflecting his prolific contributions to these disciplines.
In addition to his teaching and research roles, Professor Jácomo has been actively involved in organizing and coordinating academic events and programs:
- Coordinator of the "Mente à Sexta-Feira" Seminar: Alongside Professor Daniel Serrão, he coordinated this seminar at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Porto, focusing on discussions related to mind and ethics.
Wook
- Coordinator for Training Areas at the Instituto de Bioética: He has overseen various training programs, including coordinating the Doctoral Program in Bioethics.
Professor Jácomo has received recognition for his academic excellence, including two awards or honors acknowledging his contributions to the fields of arts, philosophy, ethics, and religion.
Through his interdisciplinary approach, Professor António Jácomo has significantly advanced the understanding of complex issues at the crossroads of philosophy, bioethics, and neuroscience. His work continues to influence ethical considerations and policy-making in these rapidly evolving fields, making him a leading figure in contemporary philosophical and neuroethical discourse.
Professor António Jácomo is the foundar and chair of iCONE | International Conference on Neuroethics and Neurosciences.