The management structure of the DemIA Chair is organized into committees that work together to plan, implement, and oversee all academic, scientific, ethical, and administrative activities related to trustworthy artificial intelligence and the demographic challenge. The members of each committee bring together complementary profiles from the university and collaborating entities to ensure effective collaboration between academia, industry, and society.
For the composition of these committees, the DemIA Chair will launch different calls for selection.
JOINT
COMMITTEE
The Joint Committee is the monitoring body responsible for ensuring compliance with the Chair agreement, approving the annual report and activity plan, overseeing their implementation, and proposing the creation of new committees and observatories.
Prof. Juan Manuel Corchado Rodríguez
Prof. Juan Manuel Corchado Rodríguez
University of Salamanca
Rector. President of the Joint Committee. Co-director and institutional head of the Chair.
Dra. Ana Belén Gil González
Dra. Ana Belén Gil González
University of Salamanca.
Academic Director and Co-Director of the Chair.
Deputy Chair of the Joint Committee.
Ana Belén Gil González is a Senior Lecturer in the area of Languages and Computer Systems in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca. She holds a PhD in Computer Science and Automation with a European mention from the University of Salamanca. She co-directs the ENIA Chair in Reliable Artificial Intelligence and Demographic Challenge. Her research focuses on explainable artificial intelligence and the personalisation of large volumes of data, applying these technologies in education, health, precision agriculture and smart cities. Co-author of more than 150 publications, she has participated in more than 60 national and international research projects on emerging technologies, standing out for her ability to transfer knowledge and technologies to the productive sector, thus promoting social welfare and sustainable development.
Dr. José Miguel Mateos Roco
Dr. José Miguel Mateos Roco
University of Salamanca.
Vice-Chancellor for Research
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Vice-Rector for Digitalization, Student and Alumni Affairs, and Cooperation with Socioeconomic Actors. Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence).
Adrian Iftene is a professor at "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University, specializing in natural language processing, AI, and software engineering. He has worked on smart city and healthcare applications, applying AI to diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. He has led multiple national and international research projects. With over 300 publications, his work spans AI, data processing, and emerging technologies. topics.
Dra. Mihaela Breaban
Dra. Mihaela Breaban
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence)
Prof. Vasile-Dănuț Jemna
Prof. Vasile-Dănuț Jemna
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Professor in the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration.
Specialist in demography and statistical analysis applied to territorial development.
Vasile-Dănuț Jemna is professor and PhD coordinator at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, "Al.I. Cuza" University of Iași, Romania and visiting professor at the University of Poitiers, France. His research interests are in the fields of health economics (inequalities in health care utilization and prevention) and demography (fertility decline, demographic aging, the relationship between economic development and demographic transformations).
Sra. Arancha Moyano Barredo
Sra. Arancha Moyano Barredo
EUROSTAR Mediagroup.
Institutional representative.
Dr. Ricardo S. Alonso Rincón
Dr. Ricardo S. Alonso Rincón
AIR institute.
Manager.
Dr. Francisco Javier Muñoz Álvarez
Dr. Francisco Javier Muñoz Álvarez
AIR Institute.
Chief Financial Officer.
STEERING
COMMITTEE
The Steering Committee develops and leads the strategic plan of the Chair, approves the annual plan, analyzes its short-, medium-, and long-term implementation, and promotes excellence, internationalization, and institutional relations.
Prof. Juan Manuel Corchado Rodríguez
Prof. Juan Manuel Corchado Rodríguez
University of Salamanca
Rector. President of the Joint Committee. Co-director and institutional head of the Chair.
Dra. Ana Belén Gil González
Dra. Ana Belén Gil González
University of Salamanca.
Academic Director and Co-Director of the Chair.
Deputy Chair of the Joint Committee.
Ana Belén Gil González is a Senior Lecturer in the area of Languages and Computer Systems in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca. She holds a PhD in Computer Science and Automation with a European mention from the University of Salamanca. She co-directs the ENIA Chair in Reliable Artificial Intelligence and Demographic Challenge. Her research focuses on explainable artificial intelligence and the personalisation of large volumes of data, applying these technologies in education, health, precision agriculture and smart cities. Co-author of more than 150 publications, she has participated in more than 60 national and international research projects on emerging technologies, standing out for her ability to transfer knowledge and technologies to the productive sector, thus promoting social welfare and sustainable development.
Dr. José Miguel Mateos Roco
Dr. José Miguel Mateos Roco
University of Salamanca.
Vice-Chancellor for Research
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Vice-Rector for Digitalization, Student and Alumni Affairs, and Cooperation with Socioeconomic Actors. Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence).
Adrian Iftene is a professor at "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University, specializing in natural language processing, AI, and software engineering. He has worked on smart city and healthcare applications, applying AI to diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. He has led multiple national and international research projects. With over 300 publications, his work spans AI, data processing, and emerging technologies. topics.
Sra. Arancha Moyano Barredo
Sra. Arancha Moyano Barredo
EUROSTAR Mediagroup.
Institutional representative.
Alternates:
Dr. Raúl Sánchez Prieto
Dr. Raúl Sánchez Prieto
University of Salamanca.
Vice-Chancellor for Internationalisation and Cooperation.
Dra. Mihaela Breaban
Dra. Mihaela Breaban
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence)
Dra. Sara Rodríguez González
Dra. Sara Rodríguez González
University of Salamanca.
Professor in the Department of Sociology and Communication. Director of the Demographic Challenge Observatory.
Sara Rodríguez González is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca. She is the author of over 40 articles published in international journals indexed in the JCR. She has participated in numerous research projects, including several international ones, demonstrating strong transfer capabilities and research quality, as recognized by both companies and institutions. Her main line of research focuses on the integration and use of multi-agent systems within the field of artificial intelligence.
AI
OBSERVATORY
The AI Observatory identifies and analyzes technological and social trends in artificial intelligence, defines research lines, proposes activities for the annual plan, and develops recommendations and frameworks on trustworthy AI applied to the demographic challenge.
Dra. Ana Belén Gil González
Dra. Ana Belén Gil González
University of Salamanca.
Academic Director and Co-Director of the Chair.
Deputy Chair of the Joint Committee.
Ana Belén Gil González is a Senior Lecturer in the area of Languages and Computer Systems in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca. She holds a PhD in Computer Science and Automation with a European mention from the University of Salamanca. She co-directs the ENIA Chair in Reliable Artificial Intelligence and Demographic Challenge. Her research focuses on explainable artificial intelligence and the personalisation of large volumes of data, applying these technologies in education, health, precision agriculture and smart cities. Co-author of more than 150 publications, she has participated in more than 60 national and international research projects on emerging technologies, standing out for her ability to transfer knowledge and technologies to the productive sector, thus promoting social welfare and sustainable development.
Dr. Juan Pavón Mestras
Dr. Juan Pavón Mestras
Complutense University of Madrid.
Professor in the Department of Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence.
Juan Pavón Mestras is a Full Professor at the Complutense University of Madrid and holds a PhD in Computer Science from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. He leads the UCM-GRASIA research group and the Institute of Knowledge Technology. His career combines R&D experience in international companies with research on multi-agent systems, ambient intelligence, blockchain, and smart cities. He has led numerous national and international projects on emerging technologies and social applications.
Dra. Mihaela Breaban
Dra. Mihaela Breaban
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence)
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Vice-Rector for Digitalization, Student and Alumni Affairs, and Cooperation with Socioeconomic Actors. Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence).
Adrian Iftene is a professor at "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University, specializing in natural language processing, AI, and software engineering. He has worked on smart city and healthcare applications, applying AI to diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. He has led multiple national and international research projects. With over 300 publications, his work spans AI, data processing, and emerging technologies. topics.
Dr. Manuel Martín Portillo
Dr. Manuel Martín Portillo
Global Exchange Group.
Corporate Director of Technology.
Manuel Martín Portillo is Corporate Technology Director at Grupo Global Exchange and Director of GETD (Global Exchange Digital Technologies). He holds a degree in Computer Engineering, an Executive Master's in International Business, a Master's in Management, and certifications as Scrum Manager, SAFe Agilist, Lean IT, and J2EE Architect. He works at a strategic-technological level in areas such as technological transformation, cybersecurity, and AI. Previously, he held international leadership roles at Indra and served as Country Manager of Indra Slovakia.
Dr. Eduardo Olier Arenas
Dr. Eduardo Olier Arenas
Choiseul Institute for Spain and Latin America.
President. Expert in data analysis, artificial intelligence, and strategic foresight.
Eduardo Olier Arenas is President of the Choiseul Institute for Spain and Latin America and Honorary Professor at CESEDEN. He has taught at various international institutions and led academic chairs in geoeconomics and strategy. His career combines academic experience with high-level positions at the European Space Agency (ESA) and Deloitte Consulting. He is the author of numerous publications on cybernetics, AI, economic intelligence, and globalization.
DEMOGRAPHIC
CHALLENGE OBSERVATORY
The Demographic Challenge Observatory studies the economic, social, and technological factors influencing the demographic challenge, proposes new AI-based business models, promotes research and training activities, and publishes reports on the impact of AI on society.
Dra. Sara Rodríguez González
Dra. Sara Rodríguez González
University of Salamanca.
Professor in the Department of Sociology and Communication. Director of the Demographic Challenge Observatory.
Sara Rodríguez González is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca. She is the author of over 40 articles published in international journals indexed in the JCR. She has participated in numerous research projects, including several international ones, demonstrating strong transfer capabilities and research quality, as recognized by both companies and institutions. Her main line of research focuses on the integration and use of multi-agent systems within the field of artificial intelligence.
Dr. Eduardo Olier Arenas
Dr. Eduardo Olier Arenas
Choiseul Institute for Spain and Latin America.
President. Expert in data analysis, artificial intelligence, and strategic foresight.
Eduardo Olier Arenas is President of the Choiseul Institute for Spain and Latin America and Honorary Professor at CESEDEN. He has taught at various international institutions and led academic chairs in geoeconomics and strategy. His career combines academic experience with high-level positions at the European Space Agency (ESA) and Deloitte Consulting. He is the author of numerous publications on cybernetics, AI, economic intelligence, and globalization.
Prof. Vasile-Dănuț Jemna
Prof. Vasile-Dănuț Jemna
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Professor in the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration.
Specialist in demography and statistical analysis applied to territorial development.
Vasile-Dănuț Jemna is professor and PhD coordinator at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, "Al.I. Cuza" University of Iași, Romania and visiting professor at the University of Poitiers, France. His research interests are in the fields of health economics (inequalities in health care utilization and prevention) and demography (fertility decline, demographic aging, the relationship between economic development and demographic transformations).
DIVERSITY, EQUALITY
AND SUSTAINABILITY
COMMITTEE
This committee promotes the inclusion of diversity and equality principles in all Chair activities, ensures alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals, and proposes good practices to improve sustainability in scientific and administrative areas.
Dra. Marta del Pozo Pérez
Dra. Marta del Pozo Pérez
University of Salamanca.
Professor of Procedural Law.
Director of the Gender Research Center and Coordinator of the Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Studies on Gender and Equality Policies Director of the Committee.
Marta del Pozo Pérez is an Associate Professor of Procedural Law at the University of Salamanca. She has extensive research experience in the field of equality. Additionally, she is the Director of the Research Center on Gender at the University of Salamanca and the Coordinator of the PhD Program in Interdisciplinary Gender Studies and Equality Policies at the University of Salamanca.
Dr. Pablo Ramos Hernández
Dr. Pablo Ramos Hernández
University of Salamanca.
Academic Co-Director of the Master's Degree in Sexual Identity and LGTBI+ Diversity.
President of the Ibero-American Observatory on LGTBIQ+ Rights and Against LGTBIQphobia.
Secretary of the GENET Network for Gender Studies.
Pablo Ramos Hernández is the Academic Co-Director of the Master's Program in Sexual Identity and LGTBI+ Diversity, President of the Ibero-American Observatory on LGTBIQ+ Rights and Against LGTBIQphobia, Secretary of the GENET Network for Gender Studies, and a member of the International Network on Gender and Sexual Diversity Studies.
Dra. Isabel García Sánchez
Dra. Isabel García Sánchez
University of Salamanca.
Professor in the field of business economics.
Dr. Rafael Capilla Sevilla
Dr. Rafael Capilla Sevilla
Rey Juan Carlos University (Madrid).
Professor in the area of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.
Coordinator of the technical activities and standards area at IEEE Spain.
Adjunct Professor at Lappeenranta University of Technology (Finland).
Rafael Capilla Sevilla is a Full Professor in the area of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Rey Juan Carlos University in Madrid. He is co-author of numerous publications in journals and conferences. He is the coordinator of the Technical Activities and Standards area of the Spanish section of IEEE and served as Chair of the "Computer Science" chapter for four years. He is currently appointed as an Adjunct Professor at Lappeenranta University of Technology (Finland).
Dr. Javier Parra Domínguez
Dr. Javier Parra Domínguez
University of Salamanca.
Researcher at the BISITE group. Chief Scientist of the Economic Area at the IoT Digital Innovation Hub Coordinator of the Quantum Economics & Technology Experience Lab.
Javier Parra Domínguez is a professor at the University of Salamanca with experience in digital transformation and data analysis. He is researching at the BISITE Group, the scientific head of the economic area of the IoT Digital Innovation Hub, and the Coordinator of the Quantum Economics & Technology Experience Lab. Additionally, he collaborates with young entrepreneurs and participates in scientific publications related to the study of sustainability from an economic perspective.
Fang Chen
Fang Chen
Head of Ñ Consultoría Educativa China España S.L.
TRAINING
AND KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER COMMITTEE
The Training and Knowledge Transfer Committee designs training programs in AI and the demographic challenge, promotes teaching innovation, coordinates undergraduate and master’s theses, and fosters knowledge and technology transfer between universities, companies, and public administrations.
Dra. María Angélica González Arrieta
Dra. María Angélica González Arrieta
University of Salamanca.
Full Professor, Department of Computer Science and Automation.
María Angélica González Arrieta holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Salamanca and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation, specializing in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. Her teaching stands out in the areas of neural networks, data analysis, and AI—the latter being her main line of research, applied to various fields such as education, biometric identification, computer vision, and data analysis. She served as Director of the Rector’s Office at the University of Salamanca from 2000 to 2003.
Dr. Juan José Mena Marcos
Dr. Juan José Mena Marcos
University of Salamanca
Professor and Director of the Department of Teaching, School Organization, and Research Methods. Coordinator of the Interdisciplinary Research Group on Digital Intelligence in Educational Processes (INDIE).
Juanjo Mena is a professor and the director of the Department of Didactics, School Organization, and Research Methods at the University of Salamanca (USAL, Spain). He coordinates the Interdisciplinary Research Group on Digital Intelligence in Educational Processes (INDIE). His research focuses on teaching practice, teacher training, and the use of technology.
Dr. Jesús Ángel Román Gallego
Dr. Jesús Ángel Román Gallego
University of Salamanca.
Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation. Director of the Committee.
Jesús Ángel Román Gallego is a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation at the University of Salamanca. His research has focused on the field of artificial intelligence, with significant contributions in intelligent systems, agents, and swarms, as well as in technology transfer. He is the author of numerous publications in JCR-indexed journals. He has participated in numerous R&D&I projects, leading work teams and collaborating with both public and private companies. Swarm intelligence is one of his main lines of research.
Dr. José Alberto García Coria
Dr. José Alberto García Coria
José Alberto García Coria has over 30 years of professional experience in the Information Technology industry, having held leadership positions in leading companies. He holds international academic training (France and the United Kingdom) in Engineering and Business Administration, and he holds a PhD in Computer Science and Automation from the University of Salamanca. He regularly participates in the design and delivery of training programs on Digital Transformation for various institutions.
Dr. Mohamed Aborizka
Professor Mohamed Aborizka is a distinguished AI expert and the Dean of Computing and Information Technology, AASTMT. With over 30 years of experience in the ICT field, he has made significant contributions to education, research, and academic leadership in Egypt. He has authored more than 80 publications and held key leadership roles, shaping the future of technology and education. He was awarded the State Medal of Duty by a former Egyptian president.
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Dr. Adrian Iftene
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC).
Vice-Rector for Digitalization, Student and Alumni Affairs, and Cooperation with Socioeconomic Actors. Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science (specialist in Artificial Intelligence).
Adrian Iftene is a professor at "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University, specializing in natural language processing, AI, and software engineering. He has worked on smart city and healthcare applications, applying AI to diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. He has led multiple national and international research projects. With over 300 publications, his work spans AI, data processing, and emerging technologies. topics.
ETHICS COMMITTEE
The Ethics Committee evaluates activities and projects to ensure compliance with ethical and legal standards, resolves ethical conflicts, oversees the data governance plan, and prepares the legal compliance and corporate responsibility report.
Dr. Moisés Barrio Andrés
Moisés Barrio Andrés is a lawyer at the Spanish Council of State, advisor to various national governments and the European Union on digital regulation, and Professor of Digital Law. He is also Director of the postgraduate program in Legal Tech and Digital Transformation (DAELT) at the Legal Practice School of the Complutense University of Madrid.
Dra. Zulima Sánchez Sánchez
Dra. Zulima Sánchez Sánchez
Zulima Sánchez Sánchez is an Associate Professor of Administrative Law at the University of Salamanca. She teaches in the PhD program Administration, Finance, and Justice in the Welfare State. She is also a member of the Research Ethics Committee at the University of Salamanca.
Dr. José Luis Domínguez Álvarez
Dr. José Luis Domínguez Álvarez
José Luis Domínguez Álvarez is a professor in the area of Administrative Law at the University of Salamanca, specializing in the legal protection of personal data and the digital transformation of public administration, the legal-administrative analysis of demographic and territorial challenges, as well as public policies on gender equality. He has authored over one hundred publications in leading Spanish law journals and in the most prestigious legal publishing houses.
Dra. Covadonga Rodrigo San Juan
Dra. Covadonga Rodrigo San Juan
Covadonga Rodrigo holds a PhD in Telecommunication Engineering from the Technical University of Madrid (UPM, 1998) and is currently the Deputy Director for Research, Transfer, and Innovation at the School of Computer Engineering (ETSI Informática) of UNED. She also coordinates the WG Ethics of the European association Informatics Europe. She served as Vice-Rector for Technology at UNED (2010–2013) and was director of the Digital Inclusion Chair co-funded by the Vodafone Spain Foundation (2013–2018). She is an EDEN Fellow, a Senior Member of IEEE in the Education Chapter, and was part of the Executive Committee of CRUE TIC (2012–2013).
Dra. María Martín Gómez
María Gómez Martín is a professor of Spanish and Ibero-American Philosophy at the University of Salamanca. She is the Coordinator of the PhD Program in Philosophy, Director of the Institutional Chair Fundación Tatiana–School of Salamanca, and a member of the Executive Boards of the AHF, SOFIME, and SIFA associations. In the past, she served as Vice Dean for Teaching and University Outreach at the Faculty of Philosophy and as Academic Secretary of the "Fray Luis de León" School of Education at the University of Valladolid.
TECHNICAL
AND ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT
The Technical and Administrative Unit is a cross-cutting support body that ensures the Chair is developed in an ethical and legal manner, in line with the budget and the frameworks established by the European Union and the Ministry.
