The Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) commemorated the Day of the Chemical Engineer with a day that brought together students, professionals and academics of the profession. This event, which took place in the Clemente Retamoso auditorium, had a rich academic agenda that included lectures and conferences given by leading experts in the field of chemical engineering, highlighting the significant impact of this profession in society.
The event was inaugurated by Professor Fredy Avellaneda, who presented the lecture “Palm 2.0: Exploring Sustainable Alternatives to Palm Oil”. His dissertation focused on innovations in sustainable production and the responsible use of resources, a relevant topic in the current context of the search for ecological alternatives.
Another notable intervention was that of engineer Carlos Cáceres Barrera, who addressed the “Design of Biorefineries: Transforming Corn Stubble into High Added Value Products”. His presentation highlighted the importance of biotechnology in the creation of sustainable solutions that take advantage of agricultural residues.
Engineer Laura Moreno Jalhk also made a significant mark on the day by speaking on the design and optimization of the sustainable process for the production of green hydrogen, a topic that has become relevant in the context of the energy transition and the search for clean energy sources.
The event culminated in the afternoon with the “iQ 1.0 Rally Animation and Driving,” an activity consisting of 10 stations. Participating teams, upon completing each station, received a stamp that enabled them to advance to an exciting final, where the top two teams competed in a decisive challenge to determine the winner.
This celebration not only highlighted the advances and relevance of chemical engineering, but also fostered fellowship and collaboration among members of the academic and professional community.
