Elsa Luís is an archaeologist and researcher with a strong academic background in Prehistory and extensive professional experience in museum education and cultural mediation. She earned her PhD in History, specializing in Prehistory, from the University of Lisbon in 2016. Her doctoral research focused on social transformations during the transition from the Chalcolithic to the Bronze Age in northern Portugal, contributing to the study of prehistoric communities, material culture, and metallurgical practices. She is an Integrated Researcher at UNIARQ — Centre for Archaeology, University of Lisbon, where she has been involved in national and international research projects. Her work includes archaeological fieldwork, co-direction of excavations, scientific publications, and participation in academic conferences, particularly in the areas of Iberian Prehistory, ceramics, metallurgy, and social change. Alongside her academic career, Elsa has accumulated significant experience in field archaeology and heritage management, including leadership roles in archaeological excavations and museum contexts. She has also served as Director of the Archaeological Museum of Macedo de Cavaleiros in Northern Portugal, gaining experience in museum management, collections, and public engagement. A central pillar of her professional trajectory is museum education. Elsa has worked for several years in the coordination and development of educational services, designing and implementing programs that foster meaningful connections between museums, heritage, and diverse audiences. She previously served as Educational Coordinator at the NewsMuseum (Sintra), where she led the planning, management, and evaluation of educational activities, developed partnerships with schools and cultural institutions, and promoted inclusive and participatory learning approaches. Currently, Elsa works at the Museu de Almada/Museum of the city of Almada, within the Educational Services, where she contributes to the conception, development, and delivery of educational programs linked to the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and local heritage. Her role involves creating learning activities for different age groups, supporting lifelong learning, and strengthening the museum’s relationship with schools, families, and the wider community. Through this work, she brings together her academic expertise, archaeological knowledge, and experience in cultural mediation, reinforcing the museum’s educational and social mission. Elsa Luís’s career reflects a strong commitment to integrating scientific research, archaeology, and museum education, combining rigorous scholarship with innovative and socially engaged educational practice.