UIS comes alive on World Suicide Prevention Day
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) joined in the commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Day with the event “Por el cuidado de la vida” (For the Care of Life), a space filled with recreational and educational activities that sought to raise awareness and encourage reflection within the university community on the importance of mental health […]
UIS Emprende promotes successful experiences in developing technology applied to the healthcare sector
Students from the Biomedical Engineering and Data Science Engineering programs participated in the “Technology with Purpose” conference, offered by the startup Salva Health at the Floridablanca campus to share the company’s experience with the development of Julieta: a technology created in Colombia that uses artificial intelligence to detect possible risks associated with breast cancer. The […]
A modern campus that generates educational development opportunities in Floridablanca
After several years of anticipation regarding the goal of bringing public higher education to the “sweet municipality,” and as a result of the work promoted by the Industrial University of Santander in conjunction with the municipal and departmental administrations, in 2024 a modern physical and technological infrastructure began operating, equipped for the training of comprehensive […]
Guatiguará Technology Park: where science and business come together to transform the country
In the middle of the Guatiguará Valley, in Piedecuesta, stands a unique place in Colombia: the Guatiguará Technology Park (PTG). More than just a collection of modern buildings, it is a space designed for scientists and entrepreneurs to work together, turn research into real solutions, and help the country advance in innovation and competitiveness. The […]
Commitment to life: Socorro Headquarters commemorates World Suicide Prevention Day
The UIS Socorro campus is decked out in yellow as part of World Suicide Prevention Day, an event promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO) that aims to raise awareness about the importance of mental health self-care, active listening, and community support. The event, led by the University Wellness Department, encourages reflection on the role […]
UIS installs modern meteorological center at Socorro Headquarters for environmental research and training
The Industrial University of Santander, UIS, has installed a modern meteorological center on the Bicentennial Campus of the Socorro Headquarters as part of the Racimo Orquídeas project led by the Halley group. This station will allow real-time measurements of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind direction and speed, precipitation, air quality, and other environmental indicators of […]
Last days to register for the International Symposium on Plant Stress
The Guatiguará Technology Park and the School of Biology at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS), in collaboration with the Colombian Agricultural Research Corporation – Agrosavia, are calling on students, graduates, and professionals to participate in the International Symposium on Plant Stress: Foundations for the development of efficient, sustainable, and climate-resilient production systems, which will […]
UIS and Ministry of Mines and Energy sign strategic alliance to strengthen public fuel policy in Colombia
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy took a significant step toward securing the country’s energy future. At a meeting led by UIS Rector Hernán Porras Díaz and the Ministry’s Director of Hydrocarbons, Julián Flórez Quiroga, a memorandum of understanding was signed, making the university a key ally in […]
UIS commemorated National Human Rights Day with a day of reflection
The School of Law and Political Science at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) commemorated National Human Rights Day with a day of reflection on the work of human rights defenders in Santander. The event was attended by experts, who shared their experiences and research findings. “This is a very important date on which we […]
UIS to host the 11th Meeting of Korean Studies in Colombia
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) will host the 11th Meeting of Korean Studies in Colombia, with the theme “Colombia-Korea: Biocultural Dialogue for the Sustainability of the Planet.” This event seeks to strengthen cultural and environmental ties between the two nations, which are committed to building a sustainable future. As part of the meeting, an […]