Dr Lisa Portolan
AustraliaacademicFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr. Lisa Portolan is a researcher and academic whose PhD work at Western Sydney University focused on the intersection of dating apps and intimacy in the digital age. Her research highlights the challenges individuals face in navigating modern dating, particularly the overwhelming nature of swiping and the resulting judgmental attitudes that can extend into real-life interactions. Portolan emphasizes the need for clearer communication and understanding of personal desires in the evolving dating culture.
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Dr. Lisa Portolan has researched how social codes impact the pursuit of love.
Why the lack of effort is causing an 'epidemic' in modern relationshipsAustralia· 2026-07-30
Dr Lisa Portolan wrote her PhD on dating apps and intimacy, discussing their impact on relationships.
How complicated is Millennial love? From swearing off men to polyamory, the changing face of modern datingAustralia· 2025-10-14
Dr Lisa Portolan's research indicates that people have become more judgmental on dating apps, affecting real-world interactions.
Dating apps are dead. But has the art of approach also had its day?Australia· 2025-08-18
