Martin Escofet

Martin Escofet is affiliated with the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), specifically within the Department of Service and Information Systems Engineering at the Faculty of Computer Science of Barcelona (FIB). He is actively involved in multiple research groups including TALP (Language and Speech Technologies and Applications), EduSTEAM, and EDUSteam-ESSI, which focus on educational innovation, sustainability, and technology-enhanced learning in higher education.

His research interests span database systems, engineering education, curriculum integration of sustainability competencies, and active learning methodologies. His work emphasizes the integration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into engineering and computer science curricula, particularly through competency mapping and assessment tools.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward educational innovation and sustainability in technical education. His collaborative work centers on developing frameworks like competency maps and sustainability matrices to embed and assess sustainability across engineering degrees. These efforts are primarily applied in the context of database education, final-year projects, and broader curriculum reform.

Martin Escofet collaborates extensively with key figures in educational research at UPC, including F. Sánchez-Carracedo, D. López, E. Vidal, and J. Cabre. Together, they lead pedagogical innovation projects such as EDINSOST, aimed at integrating SDGs into higher education. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his sustained publication record and project leadership underscore his significant contributions to engineering education.

He advises on educational projects and contributes to grants focused on curriculum development and sustainability. His work is supported by national and regional funding programs, including the State Research Plan and RIS3CAT. He is also involved in the development of e-assessment tools like LearnSQL for database skills, linking technical education with innovative teaching practices.

Martin Escofet is part of several research labs and teams, including TALP, EduSTEAM, and EDUSteam-ESSI, all based at UPC. These groups focus on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computer science, education, and sustainability. His work bridges technical database research with broader educational transformation, particularly in fostering sustainability competencies among engineering students.