Balea Fernandez, Francisco Javier

Dr. Balea Fernandez, Francisco Javier is an Associate Professor at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, affiliated with the Department of Psychology, Sociology and Social Work. His academic appointments include:

• Core member of GIR IUMA: Design of Integrated Electronic Systems for Data Processing
• Researcher at the Institute of Applied Microelectronics
• Faculty in the Social Sciences and Law knowledge branch

His research integrates developmental psychology with technological innovation, particularly:

• Hyperspectral imaging applications for neurological disorder diagnosis
• Risk factor modeling in Alzheimer's-type dementia
• Interdisciplinary approaches combining psychology with electronic data processing systems
• Educational psychology frameworks for cognitive health assessment

In 2021, he completed significant doctoral research titled 'Diagnóstico mediante imagen hiperespectral y factores de riesgo en el diagnóstico de demencia tipo alzheimer', establishing methodological foundations for dementia diagnostics. He maintains active research collaborations through the IUMA microelectronics institute and psychology department.