UIS participated in World “Disco Soup” Day with a party to combat food waste
A day filled with flavor, environmental awareness, and collective action, students from the Nutrition and Dietetics program at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) joined World Disco Soup Day, now in its tenth year, under the slogan “Fill stomachs, not trash cans.” This global initiative, driven by the Slow Food Youth Network, brought together communities […]
The UIS approved the creation of a Doctorate in Health and Life Sciences
In a key step toward strengthening scientific research in the region, the UIS Academic Council approved the creation of the Doctorate in Health and Life Sciences, an academic initiative that brings together the efforts of the five schools within the Faculty of Health. The director of the School of Microbiology, Mayra Alejandra Machuca Pérez, emphasized […]
UIS Contributions on Nutrition, Microbiota, and Immunotherapy Take Center Stage at the Colombian Cancer Congress
Nutrition in the context of immunotherapy, artificial intelligence applied to oncology, immuno-oncology, and patient-centered care were the central themes of the 22nd Colombian Cancer Congress, which has established itself as a high-level academic forum by bringing together leading national and international experts to discuss cutting-edge topics. At this important event, held in Bucaramanga from March […]
Professor from the School of Nutrition participates in ISAK Level 3 international certification course
Yenny Mateus Silva, professor at the School of Nutrition and Dietetics, participated in the ISAK Level 3 international certification course, a high-level international training program in the field of kinanthropometry. The certification awarded by the International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) represents one of the most recognized standards worldwide in anthropometric assessment, ensuring […]
School of Nutrition and Dietetics opens registration for course on good manufacturing practices
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics invites the general public to participate in the virtual course on GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and hygienic practices in food handling. This free training opportunity is designed for anyone who comes into contact with food, with the aim of promoting food safety and, therefore, health and life. Duration: 10 […]
UIS attends the First Latin American Congress on Dairy Nutrition
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) continues to consolidate its academic leadership on the international stage. Professor Alberto Ángel Martín, director of the UIS School of Nutrition and Dietetics, played a prominent role at the First Latin American Congress on Dairy Nutrition, held on February 25 and 26, 2026, in Lima, Peru. During his speech, […]
The Faculty of Health commemorates 59 years of academic achievement and social commitment
In an emotional celebration led by the Faculty Council and attended by professors, students, graduates, and administrators, the Faculty of Health celebrated 59 years of institutional life. Almost six decades have passed since February 25, 1967, when that collective dream began with a clear purpose: to train professionals of integrity, committed to science, ethics, and […]
UIS School of Nutrition and ECOJARDINES join forces for food security in Santander
As part of efforts to strengthen strategic alliances aimed at food security in the department, the School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Industrial University of Santander held a coordination meeting with the company ECOJARDINES BIO S.A.S. with the aim of consolidating joint actions around the “Third Native Seed Exchange and Culinary Applications.” The activity, […]
Partnership between Food Bank and UIS Nutrition strengthens regional food security
A strategic meeting was held at the Faculty of Health of the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) between the administrative coordinator of the food bank, Gladys Rocío Ramírez Jurado, and the team of professors from the Nutrition and Dietetics program, Martha Lucía Cáceres Jerez, Ana Paola Mora Vergara, Katherin Castro Ríos, and Maura Liliana Romero […]
UIS delivers new space equipped with 480 lockers for students at HUS
As part of the teaching-service agreement between the Industrial University of Santander and the University Hospital of Santander, the University reaffirmed its commitment to the dignity and well-being of academic practice settings by delivering a 55.77 m² space to the Hospital, specially equipped with 480 lockers. “It is a great pleasure for me to be […]