جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Arturo Chicano Jiménezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Industrial Design
• Design Epistemology
• Sustainable Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arturo Chicano Jiménez is an Associate Professor and Industrial Designer at the School of Architecture and Design, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), Chile. He holds a PhD from PUC Rio de Janeiro and serves as Director of the Master's Degree in Architecture and Design program. With a career spanning over three decades since his academic degree in 1966, Professor Chicano has established himself as a prominent figure in design education and research in Latin America. PhD, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC Rio) Professor Chicano's research focuses on the philosophical and epistemological foundations of design, with particular emphasis on techné (craft knowledge), the relationship between objects and society, and sustainable design practices. His work explores how design can serve as a vehicle for social innovation and cultural expression, particularly through South-South perspectives that challenge dominant Western design paradigms. He investigates the temporal dimensions of design through projects examining time perception, memory, and cyclical phenomena, while maintaining strong connections to practical design applications in sustainable packaging, interaction design, and architectural interventions. His recent publications reveal a consistent trajectory exploring the philosophical underpinnings of design practice, with increasing focus on social innovation and Latin American perspectives. The 2022-2023 works on "Techné and World" demonstrate his continued engagement with Heideggerian philosophy applied to contemporary design challenges, while "From South to South" represents his contribution to decolonial design discourse. His research shows a progression from object-focused studies to broader sociocultural examinations of design's role in society, particularly evident in his 2018-2023 publications that connect design theory with social innovation in Latin American contexts. Professor Chicano has supervised numerous undergraduate and graduate students through thesis projects focusing on sustainable packaging, interactive objects, public space design, and social innovation. His teaching spans foundational design courses, epistemology seminars, and specialized workshops on kinetic algorithms and expressive machines. He has directed the Master's Degree program while maintaining an active research agenda focused on design's role in social and technological innovation in Latin America, as evidenced by his 2018-2023 research project "Actions for social and/or technological innovation in Latin America." With over 30 "Travesías" (educational journeys) completed between 1990 and 2024, Professor Chicano has developed an extensive experiential pedagogy that connects classroom learning with real-world contexts across Latin America. These journeys serve as catalysts for developing collective competencies among students and have informed his research on design education methodologies, particularly his 2009-2010 project "The Journey as a Training Action Triggering the Development of Collective Competencies."

Jose A. Sotoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Combinatorics
• Algorithms
• Combinatorial Optimization

Jose A. Soto is an Associate Professor and Academic Chair of the Mathematical Engineering Department at the University of Chile. He is also an associated researcher at the Center for Mathematical Modeling. His research focuses on Combinatorics, Algorithms, and Combinatorial Optimization. Previously, he was a postdoc at TU-Berlin's Combinatorial Optimization & Graph Algorithms Group. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from MIT (2011) and an undergraduate degree in Mathematical Engineering from the University of Chile (2006). He has led multiple grants, including Fondecyt Project 1181180 on approximation algorithms and Fondef IDeA ID18I10250 for VRP optimization. He has collaborated internationally, including with the Max Planck Institute on fast approximation algorithms for massive datasets. His research spans topics like prophet inequalities, matroid secretary problems, and geometric optimization, with notable contributions in Mathematics of Operations Research, Journal of Machine Learning Research, and Algorithmica. He has advised numerous students and postdocs, including Krzysztof Fleszar and Kevin Schewior during the MPII-UChile collaboration. Teaching includes courses on Approximation Algorithms, Combinatorial Optimization, and Calculability/Computational Complexity. He has organized conferences like IPCO 2013 and participated in program committees for WADS 2021 and LATIN 2018.

Pedro Pablo Pinacho-Davidsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Artificial Life
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Pedro Pablo Pinacho-Davidson is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Concepción, Chile. He also serves as an Associate Researcher at the Center for Manufacturing 4.0 and leads Ornitorrinco Labs. PhD in Computer Engineering from University of the Basque Country, Spain Key research areas: machine learning, artificial intelligence, metaheuristics, and artificial life His work focuses on combinatorial optimization and applied algorithm design, with recognition including the prestigious SEIO Prize and Fondecyt Grant. He contributes to Chilean cybersecurity policy development as a member of the Senate’s Cybersecurity Table. Scientific Awards SEIO Prize for industrial algorithm solutions Fondecyt Grant for hybrid metaheuristics research

• Wood Science
• Forestry Engineering
• X-ray Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ricardo Marcelo Baettig Palma is an Associate Professor at the Department of Forest Products Development within the Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation at the University of Chile (UCH). With a 44-hour full-time appointment, he specializes in advanced imaging techniques and computational modeling for wood science applications. PhD in Forestry Engineering (ENGREF – AGROPARISTECH, 2006) MSc in Wood Science (University of Barcelona, 2020) MSc in Forestry Engineering (Henri Poincaré University, Nancy 1, 1998) Forestry Engineer (University of Talca, 1996) His research focuses on X-ray fluorescence systems, stereoscopic imaging, and AI-driven analysis of cellulose microfibrils in wood cell walls. He leads a CONAF-funded project developing low-cost technological packages for sustainable forest product utilization. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in wide-angle X-ray diffraction, Monte Carlo simulations, and multivariate classification techniques applied to forestry and agricultural challenges. Teaching roles include Chair Professor for Industrial Supply and Raw Materials, Carbon Footprint, and Industrial Processes, along with Assistant Professor responsibilities for thesis-related courses.

• Forest Fire Management
• Wildfire Prediction
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Miguel Eduardo Castillo Soto is a Full Professor and Senior Researcher at the Forest Fire Laboratory within the Faculty of Forestry Sciences and Nature Conservation , University of Chile. Holding a Ph.D. in Natural Resources from the University of Córdoba, Spain, he has dedicated over two decades to wildfire research and management since joining the University of Chile in 1999. Academic Affiliations Forest Fire Laboratory, University of Chile (1999–Present) Department of Forest Management and its Environment Research Focus spans wildfire prediction, fire behavior modeling, GIS applications, ecological restoration, and climate change impacts on fire regimes. His work integrates remote sensing, economic impact assessment, and sustainability indicators for fire-prone landscapes. Key Research Areas Wildfire Risk Assessment Remote Sensing Integration Post-Fire Restoration Guidelines Forest Hydrology Interactions Fire Safety Engineering Sustainable Housing Systems Recent Publications demonstrate expertise in deep reinforcement learning for fire prediction, drought-fire correlation analysis, and WUI (Wildland-Urban Interface) safety metrics. His teaching includes GIS, fire management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Doctoral Advisees Aranza Solange Bastías Vásquez (2025) Dana Soledad Balbontin Montecinos (2023) Patricio González Rodríguez (2019)

• Mathematics Education
• Cognitive Science
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pablo Ricardo Gabriel Dartnell Roy is an Assistant Professor at the University of Chile, affiliated with both the Institute of Advanced Studies in Education and the Department of Mathematical Engineering within the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Mathematics. With a background in Mathematics and Education, his work spans mathematics education, cognitive science, and educational technology. Doctorate from Yale University (1991) Master's degrees from Yale University (1987, 1988) Civil Engineer in Mathematics (1985) His research focuses on mathematical cognition , cognitive biases in education , and educational measurement . Current projects include standardizing the ITeRDEA cognitive screening tool for learning difficulties and analyzing response option placement effects in assessments. His 15 most recent publications (2015-2025) demonstrate expertise in educational psychology, numerical cognition, and machine learning applications. He has received significant recognition through grants like the FONDECYT Postdoctorado and FONDEF IDEA initiatives. His teaching career spanning three decades includes courses in algebra, linear algebra, and thesis supervision at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Scientific Contributions : Developed mathematical models for cognitive processes Created automated item review systems Advanced educational gaming frameworks Explored fraction comparison heuristics Established neural synchrony correlates in math learning

• Intellectual Disabilities
• Self-Determination
• Quality of Life Assessment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Félix González Carrasco is an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture and Design, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile. With a Master's degree in Education and background as a Sociologist, he has been part of the institution since 2014. His academic career spans across Architecture and Design disciplines, with a specialized focus on disability studies and inclusive practices. Based in Valparaíso, Professor González Carrasco brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective that bridges architectural design with social inclusion principles. Professor González Carrasco's research interests center on intellectual disabilities, self-determination, and quality of life across the lifespan. His work particularly examines aging with intellectual disabilities, exploring how self-determination skills develop and can be supported in older adults. He investigates healthcare barriers faced by women with disabilities, technology accessibility for older adults with intellectual challenges, and the application of machine learning in support intensity assessment. His research adopts inclusive methodologies that prioritize the voices and experiences of people with disabilities themselves. His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on self-determination across the lifespan, with particular attention to aging populations with intellectual disabilities. Recent work explores technology accessibility, healthcare inequities, and quality of life assessments through multiple informant perspectives. His research shows a clear trajectory toward more inclusive methodologies that position people with disabilities as experts in their own experiences, with increasing attention to digital accessibility in the modern context. Professor González Carrasco teaches courses including Qualitative and quantitative approaches to research and Research Projects I2: Inclusive Research: Opportunities to strengthen self-determination in the digital age . Since 2017, he has led this advanced research project course focusing on inclusive research methodologies. He also offers Introduction to Project Research at the undergraduate level, helping students develop foundational research skills applicable to architecture and design contexts.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Mining
• Natural Language Processing
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Andrés Jonathan Abeliuk Kimelman is an Assistant Professor at the University of Chile's Faculty of Physical Sciences and Mathematics , affiliated with the Department of Computer Science . He holds a PhD in Computer Science (University of Melbourne, 2017) and a Civil Engineering degree in Computing (University of Chile, 2012). Research Focus : AI ethics, network analysis, natural language processing, and machine learning applications in social systems. Teaching : Leads undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Discrete Mathematics, Data Mining, and Computational Theory. Students : Advises multiple thesis and research projects, including works on AI-assisted urban planning, misinformation analysis, and algorithmic bias. Collaborations : Participates in the National Center for Artificial Intelligence (CENIA) as a co-investigator (2022-2027). Key Publications explore polarization detection, networked public spheres, and computational models for social systems. Current projects include unsupervised topic quantification and extreme multi-label classification in multilingual contexts.

• STEM Education
• Educational Technology
• Machine Learning in Education
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Roberto Araya Schulz is a Full Professor at the University of Chile's Institute of Advanced Studies in Education, with a 44-hour working week. He holds a PhD from the University of California (1986) and an MSc from University of Chile (1979). Specializes in STEM education and educational technology Primary research areas: Machine learning in education, cognitive development, gamification His recent publications focus on: Integrating digital platforms in primary education Embodied cognition through hand puppets in math classes Large language models for spatial reasoning development Teacher discourse analysis using neural networks Key research grants include: FONDECYT Postdoctorate (2024-2027) on educational technology integration FONDECYT Exploration Projects (2024-2028) for dialogical teaching strategies IDRC funding (2017-2019) for digital tools in education

• Metabolic Diseases
• Genetic Disorders
• Nutritional Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carolina Arias Pefaur is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology , part of the Faculty of Medicine at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile . She has held coordinating and participating roles in undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including the Clinical Module of Genetics and Metabolic Diseases and Diagnosis and Treatment of Metabolic Diseases , since 2015. Physician-Surgeon , Universidad Mayor (date: 12/21/1200, likely a placeholder or error). Her research focuses on metabolic disorders such as phenylketonuria (PKU) and tyrosinemia type 1 , emphasizing dietary compliance, neurocognitive outcomes, and machine learning applications for early detection of complications like hepatocellular carcinoma . She explores the interplay between nutrition, genetics, and long-term health in patients with inborn errors of metabolism. Recent publications highlight her work on machine learning models to predict insulin resistance in PKU patients, vitamin D levels and bone health , and NTBC treatment monitoring in tyrosinemia. Her studies compare metabolic and neurocognitive outcomes across disorders and analyze dietary fat intake in glucose transporter type 1 deficiency syndrome . She led the FONDECYT Regular project Phenylketonuria as a window to examine the role of catecholamines in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (2018–2022), which investigates PKU’s link to neurodevelopmental conditions. Collaborations span institutions in Chile and globally, with publications in journals like International Journal of Molecular Sciences and Journal of Inherited Metabolic Disease .

• Biology of Aging
• Nutrition in the Elderly
• Exercise Physiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Daniel Carlos Bunout Barnett is a Full Professor at the Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology, Professor Doctor Fernando Mönckeberg Barros, University of Chile. With a working schedule of 16 hours per week, he maintains an active academic presence with numerous teaching responsibilities across both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. His research interests focus on the intersection of nutrition, aging, and musculoskeletal health. Key areas include biology of aging, nutrition in the elderly, exercise physiology for older adults, chronic diseases associated with nutrition, and bioethics. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding how nutritional interventions affect muscle health, metabolic function, and overall well-being in aging populations. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on sarcopenia assessment, muscle physiology in aging populations, nutritional interventions for chronic conditions, and the application of novel diagnostic techniques like ultrasound for assessing muscle and liver health. His research frequently employs longitudinal study designs and incorporates both Chilean-specific and international collaborative approaches. Professor Bunout Barnett has served as principal investigator or co-investigator on numerous research projects funded by FONDECYT, Domeyko Program, and international grants, with continuous research activity from 2005 through 2027 as evidenced by current projects. His work spans nutritional gerontology, metabolic health, and the physiological impacts of aging. He has supervised at least one thesis student (Sandra Gutiérrez Pinto) and maintains active collaborations with researchers across multiple institutions. His academic contributions include numerous publications in high-impact journals across nutrition, gerontology, and metabolic health fields.

• Metabolic Diseases
• Genetics
• Nutrition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Juan Francisco Cabello Andrade is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology, Professor Doctor Fernando Mönckeberg Barros, affiliated with the University of Chile. His work focuses on metabolic diseases , genetic disorders , and nutritional interventions , particularly in neonatal and pediatric populations. He has contributed to over 20 publications, with recent studies on tyrosinemia, phenylketonuria, and newborn screening. Appointed as Assistant Instructor with 22 working hours per week Teaching roles in Clinical Module of Genetics and Metabolic Diseases since 2020 Specializes in inborn errors of metabolism and diagnosis of metabolic diseases His recent research explores machine learning in early cancer detection for tyrosinemia patients and nutritional status in phenylketonuria . He collaborates extensively on studies involving keto-genic diets and amino acid analysis in rare metabolic syndromes. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his work impacts neonatal screening protocols and ethical considerations in genomic sequencing across Latin America.