Dr. Elisabete Cidre

Biography

Elisabete Cidre is a Professor of Urban Design at University College London's Bartlett School of Planning, where she currently serves as Head of Student Support and Director of the BSc Urban Planning and Design Management program. With an academic background in architecture and urban design from Portugal and planning in the UK, she has contributed significantly to the field of urban conservation, particularly concerning historic cities and World Heritage sites. Her research interests include the integration of technology in urban design pedagogy and addressing urban development challenges. Cidre has also held several positions at University College London, starting as a Teaching Fellow and progressing to a Principal Teaching Fellow. Her significant contributions include serving as the Deputy Editor for the Journal of Urban Design and being an active member of several academic organizations such as the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA). Cidre's work has been recognized with funding from the Higher Education Academy and UCL's Centre for Advancement of Teaching and Learning, emphasizing her commitment to advancing educational practices in higher education.

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