Geosynthetics in Dams: Solutions for Slope Instability
Geosynthetics are polymeric materials used in dams to improve their impermeability, structural stability, and sustainability.
Acción por el Clima
Science and the community discuss the strategic value of the tropical dry forest
The 34th edition of ESPOL Divulga’s “Chela Científica” focused on the theme “The Hidden Power of the Tropical Dry Forest” and featured Maribel Aguilar, a professor and researcher at FICT and CIPAT.
Hidrogeodía 2026 | Webinar: “Water and Gender: Building Eco-Sustainable Lakes”
The Center for Research and Applied Projects in Geosciences (CIPAT) at FICT organized the webinar “Water and Gender: Building Eco-Sustainable Lakes,” promoting women’s leadership and academic exchange in sustainable water management.
A technical inspection in Jujan allows for an analysis of conditions related to flooding issues
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Conduct technical field surveys to identify hydraulic, land, and road conditions related to flooding issues in the Jujan canton, in order to gather baseline data to support the development of diagnostic studies and technical proposals.
FICT Strengthens International Cooperation in Water Management with the CYTED Network and Its Group in Girona
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La Facultad de Ingeniería en Ciencias de la Tierra de la ESPOL participó en reuniones de la red CYTED en Girona, fortaleciendo la cooperación internacional y el intercambio de experiencias en soluciones basadas en la naturaleza para la gestión sostenible del agua.
A German student will undertake a research internship at ESPOL through the DAAD RISE Worldwide program
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A student from the Technische Hochschule Nürnberg Georg Simon Ohm will undertake a research internship at ESPOL’s School of Earth Sciences Engineering through the DAAD RISE Worldwide program, participating in projects on CO₂ capture technologies and advanced water treatment.
PhD Leonardo Gutiérrez visits FICT, strengthening international cooperation in membrane technologies for water treatment
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La Facultad de Ingeniería en Ciencias de la Tierra (FICT) de la ESPOL recibió la visita del Dr. Leonardo Gutiérrez, Senior Research Scientist del Centre for Advanced Process Technology for Urban REsource recovery (CAPTURE) y Director Internacional de la red EC-Water.
From rain to the future: Engineering that transforms cities
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As part of THE FINAL PITCH held during ESPOL's IDEAR STEM Fair, the project “From Rain to the Future: Engineering that Transforms Cities” was presented. This innovative proposal aims to transform urban drainage management through sustainable and resilient solutions.
Scientific research analyzes geomorphological and lithological controls on landslide susceptibility in the Ecuadorian Andes
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A study published in Construction and Building Materials analyzes the geomorphological and lithological factors that influence susceptibility to landslides in the Ecuadorian Andes, integrating advanced machine learning models. The research identified key variables such as slope, lithology, and proximity to drainage systems, generating high-precision maps for risk management.
ESPOL strengthens actions that promote the sustainable use of natural resources in the Amazon
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From January 28 to 31, 2026, researchers from the Center for Research and Applied Projects in Earth Sciences and professors from The Faculty of Earth Sciences Engineering at the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral held a training session in Francisco de Orellana as part of a project aimed at strengthening local capacities to address the impacts of illegal mining.