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Manuel R. Torres
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Manuel R Torres
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Manuel R. Torres is a Spanish researcher. He studies important topics like how countries deal with problems, online safety, and groups that use violence. His work helps us understand these complex issues better.
Education and Early Work
Manuel R. Torres studied Political Science and Sociology at the University of Granada. This means he learned about how governments work and how people behave in groups.
In 2007, he earned his PhD. His special research was about groups that use violence for religious reasons. This was a very important topic after a major global event involving terrorism had happened a few years earlier.
What He Does
Manuel R. Torres has worked on many research projects both in Spain and with other countries. He has written several books and many articles for magazines. He has also helped write chapters in other books.
One of his books is called Disinformation. In this book, he looks at how false information can affect different areas of public life. This includes how it can change people's opinions or even influence governments.
Mr. Torres is a professor at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide in Seville, Spain. He teaches students about political science. He also helps guide students who are studying for advanced degrees.
He is part of the European Counter-Terrorism Centre, which is a group within Europol. Europol helps police forces across Europe work together. He also serves on important groups that advise on security topics.
Awards and Recognition
Manuel R. Torres has received several awards for his important work. These awards show how much his research is valued.
- First National Award for Political Science Graduates (2002)
- "Francisco Moreno" Award from the Spanish Navy (2005)
- Defense Research Award (2008)
- Research Award from Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla – Universidad Pablo de Olavide (2010)
- Bronze Medal for police merit from the Mossos d'Esquadra-Policia de la Generalitat (2015)
- Distinction from the Institute for Strategic Research of the Armada de México (2018)
See also
In Spanish: Manuel R. Torres para niños
