UIS moves toward energy transition with new Professional Technician in Photovoltaic System Installation and Maintenance
The Industrial University of Santander took a decisive step in its commitment to strengthening training in renewable energies: the Academic Council approved the creation of the Professional Technician in Installation and Maintenance of Photovoltaic Systems, a pioneering program in Colombia that responds to the growing demand for talent in the national energy sector. The proposal […]
Doctoral student in Biomedical Sciences brings honor to the UIS
Lyda Victoria Rueda, a first-semester doctoral student in Biomedical Sciences, successfully presented her research proposal entitled: “Model for predicting the incidence of cardiac arrhythmias in patients with Chagas heart disease stages B, C, and D,” as part of the “Symposium on Data to Prediction. Fundamentals for the Construction of Health Models,” organized by the Department […]
UIS graduate recognized as “Woman of the Year in Health”
Dr. Karen Dueñas, who graduated with a postgraduate degree in Internal Medicine in 2013. A specialist in cardiology, currently affiliated with the Fundación Cardioinfantil in Bogotá, where she is the head of the clinic for the management of heart and valve diseases, was recognized by the She Is Foundation as “Woman of the Year in […]
UIS reinforces its ethical commitment: CEINCI leads an urgent call for responsible research
The Scientific Research Ethics Committee (CEINCI) of the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) held its third meeting, a space where researchers, professors, and students gathered to reflect on and strengthen the culture of responsible research at the institution. “The objective is part of our educational work as a committee. We seek to engage with the […]
UIS opens two study centers and a small theater in the Faculty of Sciences
The rector of the Industrial University of Santander (UIS), Hernán Porras Díaz, officially opened two study centers located in the Faculty of Sciences, intended for students of the Schools of Biology and Mathematics. A small theater was also unveiled, connecting the basement with the first floor of the building, designed for academic and integration activities […]
Santander has a health repository
The official launch of the website salud.santander.gov.co took place in the main auditorium of the Scientific Complex for Health and Life Sciences Research. This modern platform brings together up-to-date health information with the aim of serving as a channel for disease prevention and wellness promotion for all citizens of the department of Santander. The renovation […]
Internal Medicine student presented his research at a conference on cerebrovascular disease
Laura Marcela Rey, a physician and resident in Internal Medicine at this university, participated as a speaker at the “XXVII Ibero-American Congress on Cerebrovascular Disease and 2025 GlobalStroke Alliance VI Latin American Ministerial Meeting,” held from November 13 to 15 in Panama. Dr. Rey participated by presenting an oral paper entitled “Seroprevalence of Chagas disease […]
The UIS kicked off the Pre-Congress on Territorial Prospects – Santander Vision 2050
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) kicked off the Pre-Congress on Territorial Prospectives – Santander Vision 2050, an academic space aimed at reflecting on the possible futures of the department and promoting strategic dialogues with national and international experts. The opening took place in the Mechanical Engineering Auditorium on the central campus and was attended […]
School of Physical Therapy held its 7th Research Conference
The School of Physical Therapy held its 7th Physical Therapy Research Conference in the Founders Auditorium of the Faculty of Health. This event was attended by members of the SIENFI and CPK research groups. The meeting was a space dedicated to academic and scientific exchange. The event featured guest speakers from Brazil, Spain, Chile, and […]
The UIS stands out at the 25th Nutrition Congress of the Chilean Society
The Industrial University of Santander, through its School of Nutrition and Dietetics, played a prominent role in the 25th Nutrition Congress, organized by the Chilean Nutrition Society (SOCHINUT), one of the most important academic events in the field of nutrition sciences in Latin America, which took place in Santiago, Chile, from November 5 to 7. […]