Research from the School of Nutrition and Dietetics Shines at IICTA 2026
Yohan Adrián Ruiz Guadrón, a 10th-semester student in Nutrition and Dietetics, represented the UIS at the “6th International Congress on Research and Innovation in Food Engineering, Science, and Technology,” held recently in Bogotá, Colombia. During the event, the student presented the paper “Effect of Aloe Vera as an Edible Coating on Extending the Shelf Life […]
Nutrition and Dietetics Strengthens Its International Reach with a Visit from a Mexican Researcher
As part of its strategies to promote internationalization and strengthen academic and scientific relationships, the School of Nutrition and Dietetics welcomed Professor Ana Laura Isabel de la Garza Hernández, a scholar from Monterrey, Mexico, recognized for her international research career and her role as a founding member of the International Nutrometics Network (RIN22). Her visit […]
Nutrition Professors Receive Recognition for Their Academic and Scientific Careers
The Spanish Academy of Nutrition and Food Sciences awarded honorable mentions to professors Óscar Fernando Herrán Falla and Alberto Ángel Martín, affiliated with the School of Nutrition and Dietetics, in recognition of their academic and scientific contributions in the fields of nutritional epidemiology, dietetics, and omics. The School of Health highlights the honors awarded by […]
The week of the 5th International Conference on Health and Life Sciences is here!
We’re getting ready to experience a special event filled with knowledge, culture, exchange, and fellowship on September 30, October 1, and October 2. We’re sharing the schedule of activities with you and invite you to actively participate and enjoy this event we’ve prepared especially for our community. We look forward to seeing you there to […]
UIS School of Nutrition and Dietetics Shines at the 40th Congress on Metabolism and Clinical Nutrition, ACNC 2026
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Industrial University of Santander made a notable contribution to the 40th Congress on Metabolism and Clinical Nutrition 2026, organized by the Colombian Association of Clinical Nutrition (ACNC), held August 20–22 at the Ágora Convention Center in Bogotá, D.C. Among the main accolades was the study “Social Jet […]
International Experts Strengthened the Dialogue Between Nutrition, Medicine, and Health at the UIS
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Industrial University of Santander held another session of “Nutrijueves con Expertos” (Nutrition Thursdays with Experts), featuring renowned Spanish academics Antonio Bascones Martínez and Javier Aranceta Bartrina. The event, held at the UIS School of Health, aimed to introduce students, faculty, alumni, and professionals to contemporary perspectives on […]
A Professor from the School of Nutrition and Dietetics Represented Colombia at the World Social Forum in Africa
From the Industrial University of Santander, knowledge, academic expertise, and a commitment to social change transcended borders to reach the African continent. Ximena Lucelly Sánchez Cortés, a professor and alumna of the School of Nutrition and Dietetics, represented Colombia as a member of the FSM2028 Colombia Steering Group at the 17th World Social Forum—a major […]
Alumni of the School of Health, this reunion is for you!
It’s time to reconnect, share experiences, reflect on our history, and continue strengthening the bonds that unite us as the UIS community. 🤝 ✨ 2026 Alumni Reunion – School of Health A chance to reconnect, celebrate our achievements, and continue building the future of our School together. 📅 Registration is now open! 👉 Sign up […]
Certificate Program in Ketogenic Nutritional Therapy
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics is pleased to invite you to participate in the first cohort of the certificate program in ketogenic nutritional therapy based on scientific evidence. Applicant Profile: This certificate program is designed for registered dietitians and physicians. 📅 Start Date: September 4, 2026 📞 Information: +57 (607) 634 4000, extensions 3128 […]
A historic moment for healthcare in Santander. ESE HUS was recognized as a “University Hospital”
The Industrial University of Santander has good news for the department. Its primary clinical training site for students in the School of Health has achieved one of the most important recognitions in the areas of quality of care, teaching, and research. Through Agreement No. 012 of July 22, 2026, the Intersectoral Commission for Human Resources […]