Mr José Antonio Perales Díaz, Universidad Publica de Navarra, Spain
José Antonio Perales Díaz stands as a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, given his extensive contributions in anthropology, cultural heritage, and border studies.
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Academic and Professional Career
Teaching Experience (2008-2024):
Mr. Díaz has extensive teaching experience in Cultural Diversity and Anthropology at the Public University of Navarra and the UNED, enhancing his academic contributions to the field.
Freelance Journalism (ongoing):
He has contributed to major Spanish media outlets such as El País Semanal, El Mundo, and Diario de Navarra, focusing on cultural heritage and history, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to research.
Research Accomplishments
Research Focus:
His primary research revolves around the anthropology of borders and the cultural heritage of Navarra. His work is diverse, covering topics like cross-border migrations, smuggling, and regional cultural practices.
Research Projects and Reports:
Díaz has produced reports for government bodies and museums, such as the Museum of Navarra, addressing cultural heritage issues.
Recognitions:
He has received numerous accolades, including the Extraordinary Research Award from UNED (2018) and the Teobaldo Award from the Association of Journalists of Navarra (2016), which underscore his excellence in both research and journalism.
Research and Contributions
His research began with his doctoral thesis on borders and smuggling in the Western Pyrenees. His expertise in migration issues has made him a valuable consultant for several government bodies. He has authored numerous reports and technical documents, particularly in collaboration with the Museum of Navarra and the Navarra Federation of Municipalities.
Video Documentaries
Díaz directed the documentary Les Hirondelles (2014), highlighting historical migrations, adding a multimedia dimension to his research output.
Recognitions
Perales Díaz has received multiple awards, including the Extraordinary Research Award (UNED, 2018), First Prize Tomás Belzunegui (2016), and the Teobaldo Award for best journalistic work promoting Navarra.
Conclusion
Mr. Díaz’s combination of academic rigor, interdisciplinary research, and substantial contributions to the study of cultural heritage and anthropology make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His diverse outputs, from books to documentaries, exhibit a comprehensive approach to research in his field.
Publication top notes
Fronteras y contrabando en el Pirineo occidental
Montañas, estados y etnicidad. El caso de los valles de Baztán y Baigorri
La represión del contrabando en el Pirineo Occidental
La vivienda y los inmigrantes en Madrid
Festive Leisure and Rural Sport in the Basque Mugak: Sare and Extalar Cases.
Vivir del río: oficios del agua en la Ribera de Navarra/Perales Díaz, José Antonio; Zaragoza: Prames, 2021, 157 pp. ISBN: 978-84-8321-532-6
Vivir del río: oficios del agua en la Ribera de Navarra
Oficios del agua en la Ribera de Navarra
Oficios del agua en la Ribera de Navarra
Rituales festivos transfronterizos en el País Vasco.(Resumen Beca Barandiaran 2019)