The SYNAPSE Project partner University of Almería is a Spanish university committed to excellence in education, research, and international collaboration. It offers diverse study programmes across science, technology and social sciences, fostering innovation and critical thinking.
The SYNAPSE project is also supported by experts in educational psychology, teaching innovation, and international project coordination, whose combined experience strengthens the project’s educational methodologies, training delivery, and collaborative implementation across diverse contexts.
Darío Salguero García. An educational psychologist with a PhD and MBA, he brings over 6 years of experience as a university teacher and more than 20 years of expertise in training, project participation, and coordination. He has a strong background in both national and international projects, specialising in educational psychology and capacity building.
Alejandro Galindo Durán. Contracted Doctoral Professor and PhD in the Department of Education at the University of Almería. He is part of the UAL’s Teaching Innovation Projects (PID) 25-26, coordinator of teaching innovation projects. He has also taught at the María Inmaculada Secondary School from 2016 to 2025 and been a specialist teacher in corporate training centres since 2014, covering a range of topics.
Valeriia Shchotkina. An experienced project coordinator, with a Master in International Relations and International Business Management, she has over 5 years of experience in project coordination on both national and international levels. Her expertise spans across various sectors, primarily youth education and international relations.
When asked why SYNAPSE Project is important to the institute, their response was:
“This project is important to the University of Almería because it aligns with our mission to promote international collaboration, intercultural understanding, and innovative education. By fostering exchanges between African and European youth, the university can expand its global network, enhance its educational offerings, and provide students with real-world experience in systems thinking. Additionally, the project strengthens the university’s role as a hub for sustainable, cross-continental solutions to complex societal challenges.”