Miguel Babo holds a PHD in Cultural Studies from the University of Aveiro, awarded with praise and distinction, and his thesis conducts a Deleuzean and post-critical analysis of film content. He is a distinguished actor, director, and stage manager with a profound academic and artistic background. He is currently affiliated with the Center for Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Aveiro, contributing to the NECO (Leisure and Culture Studies Center) and GECE (Gender and Performance Group) research groups. His academic journey culminated in the Advanced Training Course in Cultural Studies at the University of Aveiro in 2021. Miguel's academic foundation is robust and multidisciplinary. He holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the Faculty of Sciences and Technology, University of Coimbra (1994). His intellectual curiosity led him to pursue a degree in Philosophy at the same institution between 1997 and 1999. Expanding his expertise in education, he completed the In-Service Professionalization Course in the Physical-Chemical Sciences Group for secondary education at the School of Education in Leiria. In 1996, he broadened his horizons with postgraduate studies at the University of Vaasa in Finland, specializing in Management and Marketing, particularly focusing on "Doing Business in Eastern Europe." This program included seminars at St. Petersburg University and Petrozavodsk State University in Russia. With over 15 years dedicated to the arts, Miguel has made significant contributions to cinema, theatre, and literature. His first feature film, "Beyond Memory," showcased his versatility as the lead actor, scriptwriter, and director. The film garnered multiple international accolades, including: Best European Film Award at the BepBop Channel Festival, New York (2021) 1st Prize at the Aphrodite Film Awards, New York (2020) Best Original Idea Award at the TOP Indie Awards (2019) His artistic training is extensive, having studied under Nicolau Breyner and at ACT - Acting Schools (2019). His multifaceted skills include video and cinema production, directing, editing, voiceover, and technical roles in lighting and sound. These competencies have been instrumental in projects for esteemed organizations like Altri, Verália, and EuropaChess. Miguel is an accomplished writer with numerous published works, including books, scripts, and plays. His literary presence extends to magazines and newspapers, showcasing his diverse storytelling ability. His involvement in the cultural scene includes moderating debates, presenting literary works, and leading cultural programs, both in Portugal and internationally. Notable events include: Presentations at the University of Lille and VO Bookstore, France (2010) Moderation for the Classical Orchestra of Centro’s "Orchestras in Cape Verde" project (2015) Miguel's commitment to education is evident in his tenure as a guest professor at the University of Aveiro, where he taught European History in 2021/22. His leadership extended to civic duties as a councilor for the Municipal Council of Figueira da Foz (2017-2021). Permanent Member of the Portuguese Academy of Cinema (since 2020) Recognized International Organizer for the International Chess Federation In addition to his film work, Miguel has played a vital role in the advertising industry, collaborating with top Portuguese production houses like Macman, Still, and BBDO.