Juan Jose Gude Prego

Dr. Juan Jose Gude Prego is a Professor at the University of Deusto's Faculty of Engineering within the Department of Computing, Electronics and Communication Technologies. He maintains an active research profile with numerous publications and projects focused on advanced control systems.

His primary research interests include:

• Fractional-order control systems
• Process control and system identification
• PID controllers and sliding mode control
• Industrial automation and real-time control systems
• Control engineering education and development of teaching tools

Dr. Gude Prego's recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on fractional-order control methodologies, particularly their application to chemical processes and industrial systems. His work bridges theoretical developments with practical implementations, often incorporating modern computing approaches like edge computing and AI-based optimization. He has developed novel identification techniques based on reaction curves and created specialized hardware architectures for implementing fractional-order controllers.

Among his notable achievements is his certification as a National Instruments LabVIEW Associate Developer, reflecting his expertise in practical control system implementation. He has received recognition for his contributions to control engineering education through the development of innovative teaching equipment and remote laboratory systems.

As an educator, Dr. Gude Prego has served as Coordinator of Engineering programs and actively participated in curriculum development related to the Bologna Process implementation. His work extends beyond pure research to address practical industrial challenges in process control, energy conservation, and industrial automation.