Laura Carvalho is PhD candidate in Physical Activity and Health at Faculty of Human Kinetics and a Sport Psychologist. With a masters’ degree in Social and Organizational Psychology and a post-graduation in Sports and Exercise Psychology, has accumulated professional experience in the fields of human resources, sport psychology and community intervention.

Regarding scientific research, has participated in European research projects, in both health and sport psychology, and public health-based interventions. Her research interests are motivational and self-regulation processes underlying health behavior change and maintenance.