Associated Professor, Public University of Navarre, Spain .
Dr. Pablo Ruisoto Palomera is a renowned Professor of Health Sciences at the Universidad Pública de Navarra since 2019. With a PhD in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Salamanca, his career spans academia and applied psychology. He has conducted postdoctoral and academic exchanges in the U.S., Finland, Ecuador, and Portugal. He currently leads the Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience research group, focusing on psychological stress and health. Dr. Ruisoto has made lasting contributions to neuropsychology, psychophysiology, and digital health education.
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🎓 Education
Dr. Ruisoto earned his PhD in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Salamanca in 2011, along with a European Certificate in Clinical and Health Psychology from EFPA the same year. He holds a Master’s in Functional Analysis and Behavior Modification from the Institute of Behavioral Sciences (2003) and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Salamanca (2002). His interdisciplinary academic path bridges clinical practice with cognitive neuroscience.
💼 Experience
He is a tenured professor at the Universidad Pública de Navarra, with past appointments at the University of Salamanca, European University of Madrid, and Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (Ecuador). Internationally, he has conducted research at Pomona College (USA), University of Jyväskylä (Finland), and University of Coimbra (Portugal). His teaching areas include psychobiology, basic psychology, and health sciences education. His experience also includes clinical psychology, with EuroPsy certification and practical work in mental health.
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Ruisoto’s research lies at the intersection of psychological stress, neuropsychology, and digital health tools. He explores stress biomarkers, caregiver wellbeing, neurocognitive simulation, and educational technologies in health sciences. He has also contributed to substance use research and the integration of virtual reality in neuroanatomical training. His projects span from digital simulation in therapy training to nationwide substance abuse mapping in university students.
🏅 Awards
Dr. Ruisoto has been honored with the Beatriz Galindo Award for Excellence in Teaching (2020) by the University of Salamanca and named a Prometeo Research Professor by the Government of Ecuador. His European Certificate in Clinical and Health Psychology (EuroPsy) reflects his clinical excellence, and he has led or contributed to several national and international research grants on mental health, psychophysiology, and educational innovation.
📚 Top Noted Publications
🔗 Resilience and social support as protective factors against abuse of patients with dementia (2018), International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry – cited by 45 articles.
🔗 Autonomic Adaptation to Clinical Simulation in Psychology Students (2018), Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback – cited by 23 articles.
🔗 Exploring optimism and quality of life in caregivers (2018), International Psychogeriatrics – cited by 30 articles.
🔗 State of the Art on Portable Devices to Assess Stress (2018), Journal of Medical Systems – cited by 50+ articles.
🔗 Understanding Major Depression in a Digital Environment (2013), Journal of Research and Practice in Information Technology – cited by 18 articles.
🔗 Enhancing Neuroanatomy Education using Computer-Based Instruction (2014), Computers in Human Behavior – cited by 80+ articles.
🔗 Virtual Reality Tool for Human Anatomy Education (2017), Journal of Medical Systems – cited by 35 articles.
🔗 Prevalence of Alcohol Use among Ecuadorian Students (2016), Gaceta Sanitaria – cited by 42 articles.
Conclusion
Dr. Pablo Ruisoto Palomera is a highly deserving candidate for the Excellence in Research Award, showcasing consistent productivity, international research collaboration, innovative use of digital tools in psychology, and recognized excellence in both academia and clinical domains. His interdisciplinary and impactful research, particularly in stress and health, aligns well with the award’s objectives. Strengthening global reach and industry transfer would further bolster his already compelling candidacy.