Current & Past Projects
My research explores tourism as a cultural, territorial and developmental phenomenon, with particular attention to the ways heritage, food, landscapes, mobility and local practices shape places and visitor experiences. Across different projects, I have investigated themes such as gastronomic tourism and food heritage, cultural landscapes and migration, geotourism, religious tourism, sustainable tourism and regional development.
Some of my research has focused on the relationship between food, identity and tourism, including studies on Polish food traditions in Southern Brazil, regional gastronomy, culinary tourism and the role of local food systems in territorial development. Other projects examine cultural heritage and migration through the study of Slavic communities, memory, ethnic identity and tourism potential in Paraná.
I have also developed research on tourism and landscape, including field-based studies in protected areas, geotourism, environmental interpretation and the relationship between tourism, geography and education. In parallel, I have worked on applied and policy-oriented projects addressing religious tourism, nautical tourism, border tourism, destination planning and sustainable development.
Together, these projects reflect an interdisciplinary research agenda that connects tourism studies, geography, cultural analysis and regional development, combining academic inquiry with applied research in Brazil, Mexico and other international contexts.
Sustainable Nautical Tourism at Itaipu Lake
Status:
2024 - 2026 | Completed
Investigation Area:
Sustainable Tourism, Nautical Tourism, Regional Development
INSTITUTION / PROJECT:
Itaipu Parquetec
Sustainable Tourism Center
ROLE:
Research Coordinator / Advisor
This project investigates the environmental and territorial conditions for the sustainable development of nautical tourism in the municipalities surrounding Itaipu Lake. The research combines environmental mapping, analysis of tourism infrastructure, review of municipal initiatives, technical visits and interviews with local stakeholders. Its objective is to identify opportunities and constraints for nautical tourism while proposing integrated strategies that balance tourism development, environmental conservation and the responsible use of water resources. The project also addresses issues such as public piers, waterfront areas, tourism services, environmental education and regional coordination.
Religious Tourism and Regional Development in Western Paraná
Status:
2025-2026 | Completed
Investigation Area:
Religious Tourism, Cultural Heritage, Regional Development
INSTITUTION / PROJECT:
Itaipu Parquetec
Sustainable Tourism Center
ROLE:
Research Coordinator
This research examines the current configuration of religious tourism in Western Paraná, with particular attention to Foz do Iguaçu and the municipalities surrounding Itaipu Lake. The study maps religious attractions, analyzes visitation patterns, seasonality and tourist flows, and investigates the cultural and social significance of religious sites within a highly diverse border region. It also compares regional experiences with established religious tourism destinations and seeks to develop recommendations for greater coordination among religious institutions and tourism stakeholders, while respecting different faith traditions and promoting sustainable development.
Tourism, Citizenship and Accessibility in Irati/PR
Status:
Completed · 2023
Investigation Area:
Accessible Tourism, Citizenship, Tourism Planning
INSTITUTION / PROJECT:
Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste – UNICENTRO
ROLE:
General Coordinator
This extension project examined accessibility conditions at tourism attractions in Irati, Paraná, connecting tourism planning with citizenship and the right to the city. The initiative involved undergraduate students in identifying accessibility barriers, assessing tourism spaces and proposing possible improvements. Its main objective was to produce a diagnostic report for the local tourism council while encouraging greater awareness of inclusive tourism policies and the participation of people with disabilities or reduced mobility in tourism experiences.