XXIII Research Conference, highlighting the student contribution to knowledge generation, at the Santiago campus

The Santiago campus of the Metropolitan University of Education, Science and Technology (UMECIT) held the XXIII Research Conference, an academic space that promotes scientific dissemination and allows students to present the progress and results of projects developed from the classroom.

This year's edition featured 17 research projects from various academic programs, including Occupational Safety and Health, Law and Political Science, Criminalistics and Forensic Science, Maritime and Port Administration, Logistics, Social Work, Medical Records and Health Statistics, and Electrical Engineering Technician. Each project demonstrated the students' commitment to critical analysis, innovation, and finding solutions to problems in their communities.

The event featured a virtual presentation by Dr. Diana Esperanza Carmona, a research professor at the University of Caldas (Colombia), who shared insights on the importance of research in professional development. Her presentation motivated students to continue developing projects that contribute to community development and strengthen their academic growth.

Featured projects

As part of the event, the three projects best rated by the judging panel were recognized:

First place: Forensic graphological analysis of suicide notes: patterns of hopelessness and final decision-makingDeveloped by Yajanis Santizo, Keny Ramos and Karol Camaño, from the Bachelor's Degree in Criminalistics and Forensic Sciences, under the tutelage of Professor Sindy González.

Second place: Chronic kidney failure: its impact on the quality of life of older adults in VeraguasPresented by Marilin Rodríguez, Samuel Muñoz and Margarita Atencio, from the Bachelor's Degree in Medical Records and Health Statistics, with the guidance of teacher Conny Vargas.

Third place: The role of the Social Worker in the educational guidance of students with special needs, prepared by María Cáceres, Diana Pérez and Kristel Rosas, from the Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, under the tutelage of Professor Karina Ledezma.

Commitment to comprehensive education

Through this event, UMECIT reaffirms its commitment to a comprehensive education that integrates teaching, research, and outreach as pillars of academic development. The projects presented demonstrate that our students not only acquire theoretical knowledge but also transform it into proposals with social impact, aligned with the real needs of their communities.

UMECIT continues to strengthen the research culture as an essential part of its educational model, promoting the generation of knowledge and the development of skills that prepare students to face the challenges of their profession.