FICT Research Applies InSAR Technology for Volcanic Monitoring in EcuadorESPOL's FICT participated in a study published in a Q1 journal that uses InSAR technology and Sentinel-1 data to analyze the deformation of volcanoes in northern Ecuador. The results demonstrate the potential of these techniques to strengthen volcanic monitoring and risk management through non-invasive tools.
FICT Monitors Innovation and Intellectual Property Indicators for 2026The Faculty of Geosciences Engineering held a follow-up meeting on the 2026 innovation indicators, in coordination with the Office for the Transfer of Research Results, with the aim of identifying projects with the potential to be registered as intellectual property. As a result, five initiatives and actions were identified to strengthen innovation management and advance progress toward meeting institutional indicators.
FICT reviews academic proposals to strengthen civil engineering educationThe Faculty of Geosciences Engineering at the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral reviewed proposals for the interdisciplinary course in Civil Engineering to ensure the quality and relevance of the projects for PAO I 2026. This activity strengthened academic planning and promoted practical training aimed at solving real-world challenges in the professional environment.
International Fellowship Strengthens FICT's Geotechnical Research CapabilitiesFICT strengthened its research capabilities through an academic visit to the Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, where specialized equipment and instrumentation were evaluated for possible implementation at ESPOL. The experience made it possible to identify opportunities for improvement in the laboratories, promote technological upgrades, and strengthen geotechnical training and research in accordance with international standards.
ESPOL Strengthens Sustainable Mining Research Through a Technical Visit to the University of HuelvaESPOL is strengthening research on sustainable mining through a technical visit to the University of Huelva, where advanced analyses of mining tailings were conducted to assess the potential for recovering critical minerals; the initiative promoted international scientific cooperation and the development of solutions aimed at the responsible use of mineral resources.
FICT Launches the IDEAL+ Academy, Focusing on Technical Training and Industry PartnershipsFICT ESPOL launched the IDEAL+ Academy, an initiative developed in partnership with IDEAL Alambrec to strengthen technical training and industry ties in civil engineering; the program includes specialized modules and technical field trips that will enable students to acquire applied knowledge in construction and innovative solutions for the sector.
FICT shared strategies for strengthening the recruitment and support of applicantsFICT shared its experience and strategies for strengthening student recruitment and support; the presentation highlighted the impact of FICT’s Strategic Plan for Promoting Academic Programs and the coordinated efforts between administrators and academic teams to promote inclusion, student retention, and access to higher education.
FICT Professor to Serve as International Speaker at CILA Monterrey 2026FICT ESPOL professor Carola Gordillo, Ph.D., will participate as an international speaker at CILA Monterrey 2026, where she will present a technical analysis on sustainable and climate-resilient road infrastructure; her participation strengthens the presence of Ecuadorian civil engineering in international forums on research, innovation, and road sustainability.
FICT's Mining Program Analyzes Progress and Strategic Actions for 2026The FICT Mining Program held an academic planning and strategic follow-up meeting to review progress, opportunities for improvement, and actions aimed at strengthening the program. During the session, participants discussed topics related to employability, accreditation, improvement plans, and the development of the future Master’s program in Sustainable Use of Mineral Resources.
FICT Launches Third Cohort of Its Master's Program in Seismic-Resistant Civil StructuresThe Faculty of Geosciences Engineering (FICT) at the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral launched the third cohort of its online Master’s Program in Seismic-Resistant Civil Structures, marking the start of a new educational program focused on specialization in structural engineering and seismic resilience.