Profa. Dra. María Mercedes Castro Nuño

Dep. of Economic Analysis and Political Economics

University of Seville

Av. Ramón y Cajal, 1. 41018 - Seville
Tel: 
+34 954 55 44 77
Fax: 
+34 954 557 629
E-mail: 
mercas@us.es
Papers published in journals with JCR impact factor: 
  1. Would you rather take a river cruise or an ocean cruise? They’re not alike!
    Castillo-Manzano, J. I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pozo-Barajas, R. Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events, 1-16 (2026).
  2. Are Spanish streets ready for bikes? Evidence from urban traffic accidents
    Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Pozo-Barajas, R. International Journal of Injury Control and Safety Promotion, 1-14 (2025).
  3. Foodies on board! Exploring cruiser satisfaction with the culinary experience
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pozo-Barajas, R. International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, Volume 41, September 2025, 101238 (2025).
  4. Dynamic capabilities, preservation of socioemotional wealth, and family firm performance
    Hernández-Perlines, F., Araya-Castillo, L., Castro-Nuño, M. Journal of Innovation & Knowledge, Vol. 10, Issue 2, March–April 2025, 100667 (2025).
  5. Cruising challenging seas: ‘how was your experience?’
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pozo-Barajas, R. Current Issues in Tourism, 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1080/13683500.2024.2386461 (2024).
  6. Planning traffic surveillance in Spain: How to optimize the management of police resources to reduce road fatalities
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L. Evaluation and Program Planning, Vol. 102, pp. 102379 (2024).
  7. Traffic compliance effect of more women behind the wheel: Pride or prejudice?
    Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L. Women's Studies International Forum, Vol.98, pp. 102727 (2023).
  8. Evaluating the design of digital tools for the transition to an e-continuous assessment in higher education
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Sanz, T., Yñiguez, R. Journal of Computing in Higher Education, In press (2023).
  9. Centralization versus Decentralization of Traffic Law Enforcement Governance in Spain
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L.,Boby, J. Regional Studies, Vol. 56, pp. 1976-1988 (2022).
  10. Addicted to cruises? Key drivers of cruise ship loyalty behavior through an e-WOM approach
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pozo-Barajas, R. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, Vol. 34 No. 1, pp. 361-381 (2022).
  11. Analyzing the safety impact of longer and heavier vehicles circulating in the European market
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. Journal of Safety Research, Vol. 77, pp. 1-12 (2021).
  12. Assessing the tourism attractiveness of World Heritage Sites: The case of Spain
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Zarzoso, A. Journal of Cultural Heritage, Vol. 48, pp. 305-311 (2021).
  13. Measuring the role of Blue Flags in attracting sustainable ‘sun-and-sand’ tourism
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Zarzoso, A. Current Issues in Tourism, Vol. 24, pp. 2204-2222 (2021).
  14. Quality vs Quantity: an assessment of the impact of Michelin-starred restaurants on tourism in Spain
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Zarzoso, A. Tourism Economics, Vol.27, pp. 1166-1174 (2021).
  15. Looking for traces of the Troika’s intervention in European road safety
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L.,Boby, J. Accident Analysis & Prevention, Vol. 137, pp.1-8 (2020).
  16. An assessment of road traffic accidents in Spain: the role of tourism
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Vassallo, F.V. Current Issues in Tourism, Vol.23, pp.654-658 (2020).
  17. From legislation to compliance: The power of traffic law enforcement for the case study of Spain
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., López-Valpuesta, L., Castro-Nuño, M., Pedregal-Tercero, D.J. Transport Policy, Vol. 75, pp. 1-9 (2019).
  18. The complex relationship between increases to speed limits and traffic fatalities: Evidence from a meta-analysis
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Vassallo, F.V. Safety Science, Vol. 111, pp. 287-297 (2019).
  19. Assessing urban road safety through multidimensional indexes: Application of multicriteria decision making analysis to rank the Spanish provinces
    Castro-Nuño, M., Arévalo, M. T. Transport Policy, Vol. 68, pp. 118-129 (2018).
  20. When Las Vegas takes to the sea: new trends in cruising
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L. Tourism Economics, Vol.24, pp.135-140 (2018).
  21. The role of road safety in a sustainable urban mobility: an econometric assessment of the Spanish cities
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. International Journal of Sustainable Transportation, Vol.12, Nº 3., pp. 205-217 (2018).
  22. High Speed Rail: Fast tracking tourism in the EU?
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Pedregal-Tercero, D.J., Garrido-Michó, J.M. Annals of Tourism Research, Vol.71, pp.64-66 (2018).
  23. Legal reform and the devolution of the Spanish Port System: An econometric assessment
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M.; González-Laxe, F., Pedregal, D.J. Utilities Policy, Vol. 50, pp. 73-82 (2018).
  24. Measuring the LCC effect on charter airlines in the Spanish airport system
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta. L., Pedregal, D.J Journal of Air Transport Management, Vol. 65, pp.110-117 (2017).
  25. An assessment of the effects of alcohol consumption and prevention policies on traffic fatality rates in the enlarged EU. Time for zero alcohol tolerance?
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Transportation Research F: Traffic Psychology and Behaviour, Vol. 50, pp. 38-49 (2017).
  26. Is the widespread use of urban land for cycling promotion policies cost effective? A Cost-Benefit Analysis of the case of Seville
    Brey, R., Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Marchena-Gómez, M., Sanchéz-Braza, A. Land Use Policy, Vol. 63, pp. 130-139 (2017).
  27. To take or not to take the laptop or tablet to classes, that is the question
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Sanz, T., Yñiguez, R. Computers in Human Behavior, Vol. 68, pp. 326-333 (2017).
  28. "I want to ride my bicycle": delimiting cyclist typologies
    Brey, R., Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M. Applied Economics Letters, Vol. 24, Nº 8. pp. 549-552 (2017).
  29. Evaluating the effects of the latest change in Spanish port legislation: Another “turn of the screw” in port reform?
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I-, Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X., Gonzalez-Aregall, M. Case Studies on Transport Policy, Vol. 4, Nº 2, pp. 170–177 (2016).
  30. Exploring the relationship between truck load capacity and traffic accidents in the European Union
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. Transportation Research E: Logistics and Transportation Review, Vol. 88, pp. 94-109 (2016).
  31. Measuring the effect of ARS on academic performance: a global meta-analysis
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Sanz, T., Yñiguez, R. Computers & Education, Vol. 96, pp. 109-121 (2016).
  32. Does pressing a button make it easier to pass an exam? Evaluating the effectiveness of interactive technologies in higher education
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Sanz, T., Yñiguez, R. British Journal of Educational Technology, Vol. 47, Nº 4, pp. 710-720 (2016).
  33. Analyzing the transition from a public bicycle system to bicycle ownership: A complex relationship
    Castillo-Manzano, J. I., Castro-Nuño, M., Lopez-Valpuesta, L. Transportation Research D: Transport and Environment, Vol. 38, pp. 15-26 (2015).
  34. Can cars and trucks coexist peacefully on highways? Analyzing the effectiveness of road safety policies in Europe
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. Accident Analysis & Prevention, Vol. 77, pp. 120-126 (2015).
  35. Are traffic violators criminals? Searching for answers in the experiences of European countries
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. Transport Policy, Vol. 38, pp. 86-94 (2014).
  36. Can health public expenditure reduce the tragic consequences of road traffic accidents? The EU-27 experience
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. The European Journal of Health Economics, Vol. 15, Nº 6, pp. 645-652 (2014).
  37. Temporary speed limit changes: an econometric estimation of the effects of the Spanish Energy Efficiency and Saving Plan
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pedregal, D.J. Economic Modelling, Vol. 44, Nº 1, pp. 68-76 (2014).
  38. The trend towards convergence in road accident fatality rates in Europe: the contributions of non-economic variables
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pedregal, D.J. Transport Policy, Vol. 35, pp. 229-240 (2014).
  39. Could being in the European Union save lives? An econometric analysis of the Common Road Safety Policy for the EU-27
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Fageda, X. Journal of European Public Policy, Vol. 21, Nº 2, pp. 211-229 (2014).
  40. TOURISM AND GDP: A meta-analysis of panel data studies
    Castro-Nuño, M., Molina-Toucedo, J.A., Pablo-Romero M.P. Journal of Travel Research, Vol. 52. Nº 6, pp. 745-758 (2013).
  41. How many lives can bloody and shocking road safety advertising save? The case of Spain
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pedregal, D.J. Transportation Research F: Traffic Psychology and Behaviour, Vol. 15, Nº 2, pp. 174-187 (2012).
  42. Driving licenses based on points system: an efficient road safety strategy or a global fashion policy? A worldwide meta-analysis
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M. Transport Policy, Vol. 21, Nº 1, pp. 191-201 (2012).
  43. Can fear of going to jail reduce the number of road fatalities? The Spanish experience
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pedregal, D.J. Journal of Safety Research, Vol. 42, Nº 3, pp. 223-228 (2011).
  44. An econometric analysis of the effects of the penalty points system driver's license in Spain
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., Pedregal, D.J. Accident Analysis & Prevention, Vol. 42, Nº 4, pp. 1310-1319 (2010).
  45. Low-cost port competitiveness index: implementation in the Spanish port system
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., González-Laxe, F., Lopez-Valpuesta, L., Arévalo, M. T. Marine Policy, Vol. 33, Nº 4, pp. 591-598 (2009).
Others selected publications: 
  • La contribución a la seguridad vial de la supervisión del cumplimiento de las normas de circulación
    Castillo-Manzano, J.I., Castro-Nuño, M., López-Valpuesta, L., Pedregal-Tercero, D. Fundación Mapfre (2018)
  • Una experiencia en la docencia de Introducción a la Economía, a través de tecnologías interactivas
    Castro Nuño, M.; Gómez-Calero, M.P.; Pablo-Romero Gil-Delgado, M.P.; Sanz Díaz, M.T.; Yñiguez Ovando, R. RIE Revista de Investigación Educativa, Vol. 29, nº 1, pp. 43-57 (2011)
  • Un estudio multicriterio de la capacidad inversora bajo el principio de estabilidald presupuestaria: El caso español
    Arévalo Quijada, M.T.; Castro Nuño, M.; Yñiguez Ovando, R. en “Herramientas Operativas para el Análisis Multicriterio del desarrollo económico local”, pp. 43-76. Ed. Plaza y Valdés, Universidad de Occidente. México (2009)
  • Los efectos económicos de la redistribución de la renta: ¿La pérdida de eficiencia se justifica por la mejora de la equidad?
    Raga, J.T.; Yñiguez Ovando, R.; Castro Nuño, M. Revista del Instituto de Estudios Económicos, Vol. 4, pp. 65-108 (2007)
  • El análisis multicriterio en la evaluación de políticas públicas
    Castro Nuño, M. en “La calidad del gobierno. Evaluación económica de políticas públicas”, pp. 87-112, Ed. Delta, Colección Economía y Empresa, España (2006)
  • Economic Evaluation of the Spanish Port System using the Promethee multicriteria decision method
    Arévalo Quijada, M.T.; Castillo Manzano, J.I.; Castro Nuño, M. Documento de Trabajo Centro de Estudios Andaluces, Serie de Economía. E/2004. España (2004)
  • Una visión del puerto Bahía de Algeciras a través de sus tráficos
    Castillo Manzano, J.I.; Castro Nuño, M. en “El puerto Bahía de Algeciras, el motor económico del Sur”, pp. 55-93. Ed. Ministerio de Fomento. España (2001)
  • El puerto de Ceuta: Una pieza clave en la economía de la Ciudad Autónoma
    Castillo Manzano, J.I.; López Valpuesta, L.; Castro Nuño, M. Ed. Civitas, Biblioteca Economía y Empresa. España (2000)