Daniela Silva is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Integral Human Development Program at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, focusing on the project "Family, Fertility, and Sustainability: Priorities and Expectations of the Portuguese." With a Ph.D. in Political Science and International Relations from the Institute of Political Studies at the Universidade Católica, she has also earned a master's degree in Governance, Competitiveness, and Public Policies from the University of Aveiro. Daniela's academic journey began with a bachelor's degree in Political Science and International Relations from the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Nova University of Lisbon.

Her academic interests span political philosophy, public policies, and family studies. Beyond the academic realm, Daniela actively engages in public discourse, maintaining a monthly opinion column in Jornal Económico since 2020. Through this platform, she contributes valuable insights to broader discussions, bridging the gap between scholarly research and public awareness.