FICT-ESPOL and Holcim Strengthen Training in Sustainable Construction Through Academia 2026The 8th cohort of the Holcim Academy 2026 strengthened the training of civil engineering students in concrete technologies, quality control, and low-carbon construction solutions, exposing them to the challenges of innovation and sustainability currently facing the construction sector.
ESPOL Study Proposes Strategies to Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the Ecuadorian AmazonThe study by FICT and CIPAT, presented at LACCEI, analyzes alternatives for mitigating gas emissions associated with oil production in the Ecuadorian Amazon, promoting technical solutions to reduce environmental impacts and make efficient use of this energy resource.
ESPOL students take a field trip to learn about Guayaquil's water treatment systemEstudiantes de Ingeniería Civil conocieron de cerca el sistema de potabilización de Guayaquil, desde la captación y tratamiento hasta el control de calidad y monitoreo del agua, fortaleciendo su formación práctica y su comprensión de los desafíos de la gestión hídrica.
FICT and SIKA Ecuador Complete the Third Cohort of Their 2026 AcademyFICT and SIKA Ecuador enhanced student training through the third cohort of their SIKA 2026 Academy, a learning environment that provided insights into innovation and solutions applied to construction, strengthening the ties between academia and industry.
Highlights from the FICT Alumni Gathering: Recognition of Strategic Partners for Strengthening the Education and Engagement of the Next Generation of ProfessionalsFICT recognized its strategic partners for their contributions to education, research, and engagement with the professional and business sectors, highlighting the importance of these partnerships in creating new opportunities for learning and collaboration.
Petroleum engineering students strengthen their analytical and decision-making skills through academic debate.Students in the Petroleum Engineering program at FICT-ESPOL participated in an academic debate on the integration of artificial intelligence into drilling operations. The activity helped strengthen skills such as critical thinking, reasoning, and decision-making through the analysis of technical, environmental, economic, and governance issues.
FICT Strengthens Its Digital Skills at INHOUSE Tech 2026The FICT-ESPOL Coordination Team participated in INHOUSE Tech 2026, a training event focused on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, innovation, and leadership. The event provided an opportunity to learn about experiences and best practices regarding the use of AI to optimize processes, increase productivity, and support decision-making. The lessons learned can be applied in the Faculty’s academic, administrative, and communications areas, strengthening a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and digital skills development.
FICT Dean Presents Institutional Projects at IGARSS 2026The FICT dean’s participation in IGARSS 2026 provided an opportunity to present research on Earth observation, land-use planning, and wildfire management, thereby strengthening ESPOL’s international profile and creating new opportunities for scientific collaboration.
Beyond Calculations: Engineering Judgment and Performance in Pavement DesignCivil engineering students from FICT-ESPOL participated in an academic talk with Dr. Paul Garnica, author of the book Analysis and Design of Flexible Pavements: Structural Response, Performance, and Engineering Criteria Under Uncertainty. During the session, held virtually from Mexico, topics such as structural response, deterioration mechanisms, performance, variability in materials and traffic, as well as uncertainty in design were discussed. The session provided insight into pavement as a system in which materials, traffic, climate, drainage, construction, and maintenance interact, highlighting the importance of engineering judgment in making more reliable decisions and guiding the performance of road infrastructure throughout its service life.
The Petroleum Engineering program strengthens students' communication skills through the 5MinPitchThe Petroleum Engineering program strengthened its students' communication skills through the 5MinPitch, an activity that challenged them to present technical projects clearly, creatively, and concisely, complementing their professional training with key skills for the energy industry.