PhDs and doctors on the faculty

School of Management and Social Sciences

• Santiago Acerenza

  Ph.D. in Economics, Iowa State University (United States). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Researcher, Department of Economics, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences field, Economics and Business subfield, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Agustina Affonso

  Ph.D. in Economics, Arizona State University (United States). Master’s in Economics, Georgetown University (United States) – Alberto Hurtado University (Chile). Bachelor’s in Economics, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former researcher, Central Bank of Uruguay. Associate Academic Coordinator, Bachelor’s in Finance, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Nicolas Albertoni

  PhD in Political Science and International Relations, University of Southern California (United States). Doctorate in Business Administration, Universidad Católica Argentina. Master’s in Economics, University of Southern California (United States). Master’s in Politics and International Relations, University of Southern California. Master’s in American Studies, Georgetown School of Foreign Service (United States). Bachelor’s in International Studies and Integration, Universidad Católica del Uruguay. Independent consultant. Professor of International Relations and Integration, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level I Researcher, Social Sciences area, Political Science subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Marcos Algorta

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina. Master’s Degree in Organizational Studies, Catholic University of Uruguay. Postgraduate Certificate in Organizational Change, Catholic University of Uruguay. Diploma in European Integration Studies, Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico. Bachelor’s Degree in International Business and Integration, Catholic University of Uruguay. Associate Academic Coordinator, Master of Business Administration (MBA), School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Independent Consultant.

• José Arteaga

  Ph.D. in American History, Complutense University of Madrid. B.A. in History, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul. Former Uruguayan Ambassador to Peru and Venezuela. Former Academic Director, Artigas Institute of Foreign Service, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Former Director General for Political Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

• Paulina Astroza

  Ph.D. in Political Science, Catholic University of Louvain (Belgium). Master’s Degree in Political Science and International Relations, Catholic University of Louvain. Law Degree, University of Concepción (Chile). Professor, Jean Monnet Chair on the European Union, University of Concepción. Professor of International Law, International Relations, and European Integration, University of Concepción. Director of European Studies, Province of Concepción (Chile). Member of the Advisory Committee of the Chilean Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Member of the Scientific Committee of the Master’s Program in European Studies, University of Siena (Italy). Member of the research project “Initiative and Constraint in the Mapping of Evolving European Borders,” University of Oradea (Romania).

• Monica Ayala

  Ph.D. in Public Relations, San Martín de Porres University (Peru). Master’s Degree in International Relations, with honors, Gabino Barreda Medal, National Autonomous University of Mexico. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Atlantic International University (United States). Career diplomat, Bolivian Diplomatic Academy. Advanced Technical Degree in Public Relations, Bolivian Catholic University (Bolivia). Head, Department of Cooperation and Training, Latin American Integration Association (ALADI) in Uruguay. Former consultant, National Service for Sustainability (SENASBA), German Technical Cooperation (GIZ), Netherlands Development Cooperation (SNV), World Bank, among others (Bolivia).

• Héctor Bajac

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). M.S. in Marketing, Texas A&M University (United States). MBA, Corpus Christi State University (United States). Certified Public Accountant, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former President, Uruguayan Chamber of Advertisers. Former General Manager, Ancap Beverage and Alcohol Company. 2013 Award for Teaching Excellence, Graduate and Executive Programs, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Coordinator of Advertising and Marketing and of Data Analytics and Innovation, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Secretary, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Professor of Marketing and Academic Coordinator of Graduate Programs in Marketing, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Francisco Balbastre

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Valencia (Spain). Doctoral thesis advisor. Head of the University of Valencia’s Research Group on human resources strategy, knowledge management, and innovative and entrepreneurial behavior. Former accredited assessor for the EFQM Excellence Model. Former Head of Quality, University of Valencia.

• Gabriel Basaluzzo

  (Argentina) PhD in Economics, University of Pennsylvania (United States). Master’s degree in Economics, Universidad de San Andrés (Argentina). Bachelor’s degree in Physics, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Director of programmes, Finance Department, Universidad de San Andrés (Argentina). Professor of Risk Management. Visiting Professor, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Daiana Beitler

  PhD in Sociology of Technology and Innovation, London School of Economics and Political Science (United Kingdom). Doctoral Researcher, University of Oxford (United Kingdom). Master of Science in International Development, London School of Economics and Political Science. Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Sociology, Dickinson College (United States). Partner, Engineering, Data and AI – Deloitte, Spanish LATAM. Former Managing Director, Cross-Solutions Sales, Microsoft.

• Roberto Bernales

  Doctor of Law, University of the Basque Country (Spain). Advanced Master’s Degree in International Taxation, Leiden University (Netherlands). Bachelor of Law with a specialization in Legal and Economic Studies, University of Deusto (Spain). Former Research Manager at IBFD (Amsterdam), practicing attorney in Bilbao (Legalkide Abogados), professor of Tax Law at the University of Deusto and in the Master’s Program in Taxation and Tax Consulting at the University of the Basque Country.

• Matias Brum

  PhD in Economics, University of London (United Kingdom). MSc in Economics and Finance, Pompeu Fabra University (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Universidad de la República (Uruguay).

• Lucas Canga

  Ph.D. in Psychology, Maimónides University (Argentina). MBA, Adolfo Ibáñez University (Chile). M.D., Catholic University of El Salvador (Argentina). Naval officer, Argentine Navy. CEO, Momentum Consultores (Chile).

• Guillermo Carlomagno

  Ph.D. in Business Economics and Quantitative Methods, Carlos III University (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Senior Economist, Central Bank of Chile.

• Juan Pablo Carrero

  Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration, University of Deusto (Spain). MBA, Catholic University of Uruguay. B.A. in Sociology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Marketing Analyst, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Consultant in marketing science and data insights, DDI Latam. Partner, Gain Dynamics (Spain and Mexico).

• Erik Caseres

  Ph.D. in Education, M.S. in Science (with a concentration in Mathematics), and B.S. in Mathematical Sciences, Universidad Centroccidental (Venezuela). Coordinator of Educational Technology and Associate Professor of Mathematics, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• John Chandler

  (United States) Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Montana (United States). Clinical Professor of Marketing, University of Montana. Visiting Professor.

• Teresa Cometto

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Pharmaceutical Chemist, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former Dean, School of Business Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting Professor, International Master’s in Industrial Management, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Former Professor of Marketing, School of Business Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Award for Teaching Excellence, undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs (2019), and for research and academic production (2020), School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Award for Lifetime Achievement and Contribution to the School 2025, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Country Manager, Unilever Uruguay. Former Manager of Marketing, Market Research, and Media, Unilever Uruguay.

• Gonzalo Croci

  Ph.D. in Security and Crime Studies, University College London (United Kingdom). M.A. in Latin American Studies, University of Oxford (United Kingdom), and M.A. in Public Policy, Hertie School (Germany). B.A. in International Studies, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former consultant for the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime in London, and the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. Former researcher, University College London. Visiting Professor, Hertie School, and Senior Research Fellow, Center for Studies on Insecurity and Violence in Buenos Aires. 2022 Award for Research and Academic Production, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher, Social Sciences area, subarea Other Social Sciences, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Facundo Danza

  Ph.D. in Economics, New York University (United States). Master’s Degree in Economics, University of Montevideo (Uruguay). Economist, University of Montevideo. Researcher, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Special Mention in the Prof. Raúl Trajtenberg National Economics Award.

• Federico Del Castillo

  Ph.D. in Social Anthropology, National University of San Martín (Argentina). Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, City University of New York (United States). Bachelor’s degree in Anthropological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Postdoctoral researcher. Former researcher and consultant at the IDB, CUNY, and international organizations. Former advisor to the Uruguayan Ministry of the Interior.

• Gabriela Facciano

  (Argentina) Ph.D. in Finance, Swiss Management Center. Master’s degree in Economics and Business Administration, ESEADE. Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, National University of Rosario, Argentina. Head of the Commercial Office, Buenos Aires Futures Market. Former Member, Supervisory Board, Argentina Clearing. Former Director, Training and Market Development Department, Rosario Stock Exchange. Visiting Professor.

• Marcos Farias

  (Portugal) Ph.D. in Social Sciences and International Relations, Higher Institute of Social and Political Sciences (ISCSP), Technical University of Lisbon. M.Sc. in International Politics, Aberystwyth University, United Kingdom. Master’s in International Relations/European Studies, Higher Institute of Social and Political Sciences (ISCSP), Technical University of Lisbon. Visiting Professor, University of Guadalajara, Mexico, and Universidad ORT Uruguay. Principal Investigator, Observatory of Human Security and the research area “Political and Economic Transitions,” Instituto de Oriente, Technical University of Lisbon. Author of the publications: The Other Face of Europe: Thinking European Identity from the Terminal Paradoxes of Modernity, Universidad ORT Uruguay 2009), Cristãos & Pimenta: The Middle Way in Adriano Moreira’s Theory of International Relations, Almedina, Coimbra (2007), Authenticity on the Balustrade. Václav Havel or the Existential and Dramatic Dimension of an Anti-Political Politics, ISCSP, Lisbon (2000), among others. Visiting professor.

• Pablo Fernández

  Ph.D. in Sociology with a specialization in Marketing, Cornell University (United States). Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Partner, Marketing Tech. Instructor for the Executive Programme Business Transformation, The University of Chicago Graham School (United States). International consultant and speaker on marketing. Author of the book *The 6Rs of Business* and co-author of the book *Service Marketing Management*. Former Founder and CEO, LiveMaX. Former Marketing Manager, ING Bank.

• Rafael Fernández

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Valencia (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Political, Economic, and Commercial Sciences, University of Valencia. Former Principal Investigator for European Union research projects from 1995 to 1999. Former Director of Programme “Work in the 21st Century,” University of Valencia. Supervisor of doctoral dissertations.

• Ximena Fernández

  Ph.D. in Research Methods, Diagnosis, and Evaluation in Education, Complutense University of Madrid (Spain). Women in Education Leadership, Harvard University (United States). Postgraduate Specialization in Strategic Human Resources Management, Open University of Catalonia (Spain). Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former Research Manager, MarketingTech. Professor of Organizational Behavior and Leadership, Academic Coordinator programmes Human Resources programmes , and Marketing Coordinator, Graduate School, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Marcelo Gambetta

  Doctor of Education, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Education, Master of Computing and Information Systems, and Diploma in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Diploma in Computing and Information Systems, University of Oxford (United Kingdom). Trainer Programme Corporate Social Responsibility, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Universidad de la Empresa (Uruguay). Systems Analyst, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Higher Education Teaching Certificate, Harvard University (United States). Change Manager, Antel. Executive Director, Gambetta & Asociados. Former Advisor on Information Technology Planning, Antel. Former Director, Business Portal, World Trade Center. Former Consultant, Programme Development Programme (UNDP) and National Drug Board, Office of the President of the Eastern Republic of Uruguay.

• Nicolás Gambetta

  Ph.D. in Accounting, University of Valencia (Spain). Master of Business in Accounting, University of Technology Sydney (Australia). Diploma in Economics and Banking Management, and Certified Public Accountant, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Executive Advisory Board Member, Australian Studies Center. Special Doctoral Award, University of Valencia (2018). Recognition for research work, Directorate for the Development of Science and Knowledge, Ministry of Education and Culture (2018). Award for Teaching Excellence 2023 and 2012, Graduate and Executive Programs, and Award for Research and Academic Production 2016 and 2019, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Vice Dean, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Coordinator of Graduate Programs in Accounting and Taxation, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Professor of Corporate Sustainability, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level II Researcher, Social Sciences area, Economics and Business subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Nestor Gandelman

  Ph.D. in Economics, University of Rochester (United States). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Bronze Morosoli Award in Economics (2013), Lolita Ruibal Foundation. Award, Medal Competition for Research on Development, Global Development Network (2011). Professor Raúl Trajtenberg National Research Award (2002). Award for Research and Academic Production (2013 and 2007) and Award for Career and Contribution (2020), School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Vice Dean of Research, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Founding Fellow, Royal Economic Society. Professor of Principles of Economics, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level III Researcher, Social Sciences area, Economics and Business subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• María Antonia García Benau

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration and B.A. in Economics and Business Administration, University of Valencia, Spain. Professor, School of Economics, University of Valencia. Former Vice Rector for Academic Organization and Faculty, and former Associate Dean, School of Economics and Business Administration, University of Valencia. Visiting Professor.

• Jaime Alonso Gómez

  (Mexico) Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania. M.S. in Systems Design, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Distinguished Professor of Strategy and International Management, EGADE Business School, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico. Distinguished Professor of Strategy and International Management, Ahlers Center, University of San Diego, United States. Visiting Professor.

• Ricardo Kaufmann

  Ph.D. in Social Sciences, Public University of Navarra (Spain). Certified Public Accountant, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Marketing Analyst and Certified University Instructor, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Director, Kaufmann & Associates Consulting Firm. Award for Teaching Excellence, 2004, and Distinguished Professor, 2016. School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Coordinator, Bachelor’s Degree in Management and Administration, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Secretary and Professor of General Administration, School of Management and International Studies, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Fidel Leon

  Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration, University of Valencia (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Business Administration, University of Valencia. Tenured Professor, Department of Business Administration, University of Valencia. Researcher.

• Rodrigo Lluberas

  Level I Researcher, Social Sciences Division, Economics and Business Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). PhD in Economics, University of London (United Kingdom). MSc in Economics, University College London (United Kingdom). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Visiting Scholar, Institute for Fiscal Studies, United Kingdom. Former Economist, Economic Research Department, Central Bank of Uruguay. Former Research Assistant, Policy and Research Team, National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts (United Kingdom). Co-author, annual report on the level and distribution of wealth worldwide, Credit Suisse, Wealth Report, United Kingdom. 2024 Award for Research and Academic Production, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. 2020 Award for Teaching Excellence, undergraduate programs, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Coordinator of Economics and Professor of Macroeconomics, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Fernando Lorenzo

  Ph.D. in Economics, Carlos III University of Madrid (Spain). Economist, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Senior Researcher, Center for Economic Research (CINVE). Former Minister of Economy and Finance (Uruguay). Former Consultant, CPA / FERRERE. Full Professor of Econometrics, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Constanza Mazzina

  Ph.D. in Political Science, Catholic University of Argentina. M.A. in Economics and Political Science, ESEADE (Argentina). Professor of International Relations, University of Salvador (Argentina). B.A. in International Relations, University of Salvador. Director of the Bachelor’s Program in Political Science, UCEMA. Associate Director, Master’s Program in Economics and Political Science, ESEADE.

• Sebastian Monroy

  Ph.D. in Economics, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. M.A. in Economics, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. M.A. in Public Policy, University of Minnesota (United States). Political Scientist, Pontifical Xavierian University (Colombia). Former Consultant, World Bank (United States). Former Researcher, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile.

• Sebastián Moreno

  Ph.D. in Social Sciences, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (Germany). Master of Arts in Political, Legal, and Economic Philosophy, University of Bern (Switzerland). Master of Arts in Global Studies, University of Graz (Austria). Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor of Arts in Social Communication, Catholic University of Uruguay. Bachelor of Arts in Literature, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Certificate in University Teaching, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Consultant in communication and branding strategies with experience in the European Union, UN, and NATO. Director of Digital Media and member of the editorial board of DeSignis magazine. 2021 Award for Research and Academic Production, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Associate Professor of Culture and Society, School of Management and Social Sciences. Coordinator of the Culture, Politics, and Society research group, School of Management and Social Sciences. Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences area, subarea Other Social Sciences, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Juan Perera

  Ph.D. in Economics, University of Alcalá (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Senior Researcher, Center for Economic Research (CINVE). Senior Researcher, South American Network for Applied Economics. Former Research Associate, Foundation for Applied Economic Studies (Spain).

• Martín Pereyra

  PhD in Economics, University of Missouri (United States). Bachelor of Science in Economics, Missouri Valley College (United States). Former researcher and former adjunct professor, Department of Economics, University of Missouri (United States). Accreditation coordinator, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher, Social Sciences area, Other Social Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Yanira Petrides

  (Mexico) PhD in Accounting, University of Exeter (United Kingdom). Master of Accounting, Florida International University (United States). Master of Philosophy, Universidad Anáhuac del Sur (Mexico). Certified Public Accountant, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM). Professor, School of Management and Accounting, ITAM (Mexico). Visiting Professor, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Pablo Picardo

  Ph.D. in Economics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (United States). Master’s degree in Economics, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Universidad de la República. Economist, Economic Research Department, Central Bank of Uruguay. Former Research Assistant / Scholar, Stanford University (United States). Former Research Assistant, Harvard Business School (United States). Former Programme Assistant, Programme Development Programme .

• José Pla-Barber

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Economics, University of Valencia (Spain) / University of Reading (United Kingdom). Master’s Degree in Marketing and Commercial Distribution, University of Valencia (Spain) / Chamber of Commerce (Spain). Director, Programme Business Administration, University of Valencia (Spain). Professor of Business Organization, University of Valencia (Spain). Visiting Professor, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Jorge Polgar

  Ph.D. in Economics, Georgetown University (United States). Economist, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former President, Banco de la República Oriental del Uruguay and Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay. Former Undersecretary, Ministry of Economy and Finance.

• Jorge Ponce

  Level II Researcher, Social Sciences Division, Economics and Business Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Economics, University of Toulouse (France). Master’s Degree in Economics, University of Toulouse. Master’s Degree in International Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, University of the Republic. Director of Financial Regulation, Central Bank of Uruguay. Director of Research, RIDGE.

• Inés María Pousadela

  Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences, subfield of Political Science, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Belgrano (Argentina). M.A. in Economic Sociology, Patricios University Institute (Argentina). B.A. in Political Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Research specialist, Civicus, World Alliance for Citizen Participation. Researcher, Independent Review Mechanism (MRI) (Argentina). Research Associate, Institute of Communication and Development (ICD). Former Associate Professor, University of Maryland at Baltimore County (United States). Former consultant, Institute of Communication and Development (ICD), Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Professor of Political Science, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Ivana Resnichenko

  Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship and Management, Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain). M.A. in Economics and Industrial Development, National University of General Sarmiento (Argentina). B.A. in Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Project Evaluator, Ministry of Industry, Energy, and Mining.

• Flavia Roldán

  Ph.D. in Economics and M.A. in Economics, Carlos III University of Madrid (Spain). M.A. in Economics with a concentration in Social Policy, ILADES/Georgetown University (United States). B.A. in Economics, National University of Córdoba (Argentina). President, Society of Economists of Uruguay. Associate Academic Coordinator of Economics, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. 2012 Award for Research and Academic Production, School of Management and Social Sciences. Professor of Microeconomics, School of Management and Social Sciences. Researcher in the Department of Economics, School of Management and Social Sciences. Level I Researcher, Social Sciences, subfield Economics and Business, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Juan Francisco Rosas

  PhD in Economics, Iowa State University (United States). Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Postdoctoral research associate, Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, Iowa State University (United States). Professor of Statistics and Econometrics and Researcher in Economics, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Researcher and Partner, Center for Economic Research (Cinve). Former Coordinator, Natural Resources Economics Unit, Office of Agricultural Programming and Policy, Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture, and Fisheries. 2018 and 2015 Award for Research and Academic Production, School of Administration and Social Sciences. 2024 Best Paper of the Year Award, Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics. Level I Researcher, Social Sciences area, Economics and Business subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Gustavo Rubinsztejn

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). MBA, ESADE (Spain). Certificate in University Teaching, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Civil Engineer, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology (Israel). Consultant in Strategic Market Planning, Goldfarb. Former Communications and Image Manager, Terra Networks Uruguay. 2005 Award for Teaching Excellence and 2016 Award for Career Achievement and Contribution, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Coordinator of Marketing, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Marta Sajdak

  Ph.D. in Humanities with a focus on Linguistics, Jagiellonian University in Kraków (Poland). Bachelor of Arts with a major in Comparative Literature and a minor in Applied Linguistics for Teaching Polish as a Foreign Language, Jagiellonian University in Kraków. 2020 Award for Teaching Excellence, undergraduate programs, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. 2025 Award for Teaching Excellence, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Sebastián Sclofsky

  Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Florida (United States). M.A. in Political Science, University of Florida. B.A. in International Relations and Communications, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Israel). Assistant Professor, Department of Criminal Justice, California State University (United States). Visiting Professor.

• Marcos Segantini

  Entry-level researcher, Social Sciences field, Other Social Sciences subfield, National System of Researchers (SNI). PhD in Policy Studies, Clemson University (United States). Master’s degree in Economic History, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, University of the Republic. Former Research Assistant, Clemson University. Member, Innovation Growth Lab Research Network. 2025 Award for Research and Academic Production, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Professor of Entrepreneurship, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Luis Silva

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Valencia (Spain). MBA, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School (Ireland). Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Industrial Mechanical Engineering, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Director, Xternum Consultores. 2011 Award for Research and Academic Production, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Coordinator of Innovation and Projects, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Kaloyan Stanev

  Ph.D. in History, University of Lleida (Spain). M.S. in History and Economic Institutions, University of Barcelona (Spain). B.A. in History, Sofia University (Bulgaria). Visiting Professor, Pompeu Fabra University (Spain).

• Alberto Szpektorowski

  (Israel) Ph.D. in Political Science, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Professor of Political Theory and Comparative Politics, Tel Aviv University. Former Professor of Political Theory and Comparative Politics, University of Wisconsin–Madison and University of Notre Dame (United States). Political advisor to former Israeli Foreign Minister Shlomo Ben-Ami, with whom he participated, alongside Palestinian officials, in the Camp David peace talks in 2000. Author of the book *The Origins of Argentina’s Revolution of the Right* (University of Notre Dame, 2003) and author of numerous articles on fascist ideology and the New Right in Europe. Visiting Professor, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Diego Telias

  Ph.D. in Political Science, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. M.A. in Political Science, University of the Republic (Uruguay). B.A. in International Studies, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic collaborator at the Center for Asian Studies at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile and editorial assistant for the Journal of Political Science published by the Institute of Political Science at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile (Chile). 2021 Award for Teaching Excellence, undergraduate programs, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Associate Academic Coordinator, Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level Researcher, Social Sciences, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Esteban Tisnés

  Ph.D. in Economics and Public Administration, Menéndez Pelayo International University (Spain). Master’s Degree in Economics and Finance, Menéndez Pelayo International University. Master’s Degree in Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, University of the Republic. Economic Researcher, Central Bank of Uruguay.

• Fernando Troilo

  Ph.D. in Sociology, Catholic University of Argentina. Master’s in Business Administration, CEMA University (Argentina). Specialist in Strategic Human Resources Management, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Bachelor’s in Social Communication Sciences, Catholic University of La Plata (Argentina). Director of the graduate program in Human Resources and tenured professor, CEMA University. Adjunct Professor, University of Buenos Aires and University of Belgrano (Argentina). Independent Consultant. Former Talent and Compensation Manager, Aon. Former Business Unit Manager, Right Management, Manpower Group. Visiting Professor, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Filipe Vasconcelos

  Ph.D. in International Relations, University of Coimbra (Portugal). Diploma in Advanced Studies in International Politics and Conflict Resolution, and Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, University of Coimbra. Honorary Consul of Ecuador in Lisbon. International politics commentator, Rádio e Televisão de Portugal. President, Portugal-South Atlantic Chamber of Commerce. Professor in the Department of International Relations at the Autonomous University of Lisbon (Portugal). Visiting professor at the University Institute of Lisbon. Visiting professor, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

School of Architecture

• Carlos Arcos

  Ph.D. in Architecture, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor of Architecture, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor of Architecture, University of São Paulo (Brazil). Instructor for Project 3 and 4, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Paula Cardellino

  Ph.D. in Architecture and Urban Planning, University of Bío-Bío (Chile). Master’s in Intelligent Buildings, University of Reading (United Kingdom). Bachelor of Architecture, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Lecturer in Research Methodology and Theory and Practice of Urban Planning, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level I Researcher, Humanities area, Art subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Pablo Frontini

  Ph.D. in Architecture and Diploma of Advanced Studies in Architecture, Polytechnic University of Catalonia (Spain). Architect (accredited), University of Seville (Spain). Independent professional practice. Instructor, Master’s in Architectural Projects, University of Cuenca. Ad honorem professor, University of La Plata. Visiting lecturer, Theory and Practice of Architecture, Florida International University and Vicenza Institute of Architecture. Full professor of Projects 1, 2, 7, and 8, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Guillermo Lockhart Milan

  Ph.D. in Advanced Architectural Design, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Advanced Architectural Design, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Architect, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Pre-doctoral Design Fellow, Tulane University (United States). Professor of History and Theory of Architecture, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level Researcher, Humanities area, Art subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Diego Martino

  Ph.D. in Geography and Environmental Studies, Carleton University (Canada). M.A. in Geography and Environmental Studies, Carleton University (Canada). Diploma in Economics, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Postdoctoral Fellowship in Urban Planning and Environment, University of Southern California (United States). Director, Strategic Environmental Consulting. Full Professor of Environmental Management Seminar, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Marina Melani

  Ph.D. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. M.Sc. in Entrepreneurial Management, Anglia Ruskin University (United Kingdom). B.A. in Industrial Design, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Head of the Design and Innovation Department, Technological University of Uruguay. English teacher, Edu School. Consultant, Ingenio. Facilitator of workshops on entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. Professor, Institute of Education, ORT University of Uruguay.

• Laura Moya

  Ph.D. in Natural Resources Science and Management (Forest Products), University of Minnesota (United States). Master’s Degree in Wood Construction, Universidad del Bío-Bío (Chile). Architect, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). 2016 Academic Leadership Award, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Research Professor, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Full Professor of Structures 4 and Academic Coordinator of the Master’s Program in Wood Construction, School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level II Researcher, Engineering and Technology area, Materials Engineering subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Tyana Santini

  Ph.D. in Engineering and M.S. in Engineering, Kyoto University (Japan). Architect, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Recipient of a Monbukagakusho Scholarship from the Japanese government for master’s and doctoral studies in Japan (2009 and 2012). Lecturer in History (Landscape Architecture), School of Architecture, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Research Associate, Department of Architecture, Kyoto University. Architect, Lobanov Design.

School of Communication

• Francisco Arri

  Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences field, Communication and Media subfield, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Social Communication, Austral University (Argentina). Master’s degree in Communication and Education, Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain). Professor of Journalism and Bachelor of Journalism, Universidad del Salvador (Argentina). National Broadcaster, Instituto Superior de Enseñanza Radiofónica de Buenos Aires (Argentina). Former Director, Department and Doctorate in Education Science, Universidad del Salvador (Argentina). Former undergraduate professor at the Universidad del Salvador, Universidad Abierta Interamericana, and Universidad de Ciencias Sociales y Empresariales in Argentina. Visiting graduate professor at the National Universities of Rosario and San Martín (Argentina) and Columbia University (Paraguay). Academic Secretary of the School of Communication and Academic Coordinator of Data Analytics at Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Monica Ayala

  Ph.D. in Public Relations, San Martín de Porres University (Peru). Master’s Degree in International Relations, with honors, Gabino Barreda Medal, National Autonomous University of Mexico. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Atlantic International University (United States). Career diplomat, Bolivian Diplomatic Academy. Advanced Technical Degree in Public Relations, Bolivian Catholic University (Bolivia). Head, Department of Cooperation and Training, Latin American Integration Association (ALADI) in Uruguay. Former consultant, National Service for Sustainability (SENASBA), German Technical Cooperation (GIZ), Netherlands Development Cooperation (SNV), World Bank, among others (Bolivia).

• Héctor Bajac

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). M.S. in Marketing, Texas A&M University (United States). MBA, Corpus Christi State University (United States). Certified Public Accountant, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former President, Uruguayan Chamber of Advertisers. Former General Manager, Ancap Beverage and Alcohol Company. 2013 Award for Teaching Excellence, Graduate and Executive Programs, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Coordinator of Advertising and Marketing and of Data Analytics and Innovation, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Secretary, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Professor of Marketing and Academic Coordinator of Graduate Programs in Marketing, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Gastón Cingolani

  Ph.D. in Linguistics, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). M.A. in Communication Strategy Design, National University of Rosario (Argentina). B.A. in Social Communication, National University of La Plata (Argentina). Director, Institute for Research and Experimentation in Art and Criticism (IIEAC), National University of the Arts (Argentina). Lecturer in communication, semiotics, and media at the National University of Rosario, the National University of La Plata, and the University of San Andrés (Argentina). Director of research projects on the mediatization of political processes, aesthetic experience, and recommendation systems. Visiting professor.

• Teresa Cometto

  Ph.D. in Business Administration, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Pharmaceutical Chemist, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former Dean, School of Business Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting Professor, International Master’s in Industrial Management, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Former Professor of Marketing, School of Business Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Award for Teaching Excellence, undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs (2019), and for research and academic production (2020), School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Award for Lifetime Achievement and Contribution to the School 2025, School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Country Manager, Unilever Uruguay. Former Manager of Marketing, Market Research, and Media, Unilever Uruguay.

• Lautaro Cossia

  Ph.D. in Social Communication and B.A. in Social Communication, National University of Rosario (Argentina). Researcher, Center for Research on Mediatization (CIM), School of Political Science and International Relations, National University of Rosario (Argentina). Editor, *Inmediaciones de la Comunicación* journal, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting Professor.

• Ximena Fernández

  Ph.D. in Research Methods, Diagnosis, and Evaluation in Education, Complutense University of Madrid (Spain). Women in Education Leadership, Harvard University (United States). Postgraduate Specialization in Strategic Human Resources Management, Open University of Catalonia (Spain). Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former Research Manager, MarketingTech. Professor of Organizational Behavior and Leadership, Academic Coordinator programmes Human Resources programmes , and Marketing Coordinator, Graduate School, Faculty of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Ricardo Kaufmann

  Ph.D. in Social Sciences, Public University of Navarra (Spain). Certified Public Accountant, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Marketing Analyst and Certified University Instructor, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Director, Kaufmann & Associates Consulting Firm. Award for Teaching Excellence, 2004, and Distinguished Professor, 2016. School of Business and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Coordinator, Bachelor’s Degree in Management and Administration, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Former Academic Secretary and Professor of General Administration, School of Management and International Studies, School of Management and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Cecilia Lacruz

  Level I Researcher, Humanities Division, Other Humanities Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Social Sciences, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). MPhil in Latin American Studies, University of Cambridge (United Kingdom). Master’s in Film Studies, University College Dublin (Ireland). Bachelor’s in Audiovisual Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Fabián Lazovski

  Ph.D. in Information Sciences, Complutense University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences, Catholic University of Uruguay. Entrepreneur and mentor. Founder and Director of Comuno | Tu Mesa Chica de Decisiones (Uruguay). Former Director of the School of Advertising and the Master’s Program in Commercial Communication and Strategic Creativity at Andrés Bello University (Chile). Founder of The Love Company (Chile), Neto+, YO Mujer, $ERO Fintech, and Buenadicha (Uruguay).

• Marina Melani

  Ph.D. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. M.Sc. in Entrepreneurial Management, Anglia Ruskin University (United Kingdom). B.A. in Industrial Design, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Head of the Design and Innovation Department, Technological University of Uruguay. English teacher, Edu School. Consultant, Ingenio. Facilitator of workshops on entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. Professor, Institute of Education, ORT University of Uruguay.

• Marta Sajdak

  Ph.D. in Humanities with a focus on Linguistics, Jagiellonian University in Kraków (Poland). Bachelor of Arts with a major in Comparative Literature and a minor in Applied Linguistics for Teaching Polish as a Foreign Language, Jagiellonian University in Kraków. 2020 Award for Teaching Excellence, undergraduate programs, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay. 2025 Award for Teaching Excellence, School of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Esteban Zunino

  Level I Researcher, Social Sciences Division, Communication and Media Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Postdoctoral Programme Continuing Education Programme for PhDs in Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts, National University of Córdoba (Argentina). PhD in Social and Human Sciences, Master’s in Social and Human Sciences, National University of Quilmes (Argentina). Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Specialization in Human Rights and Critical Legal Studies, CLACSO. Associate Researcher, CONICET (Argentina). Former Director, Media and Communication Observatory, National University of Cuyo (Argentina). Former Director, Diálogos magazine, Latin American Federation of Social Communication Faculties (FELAFACS). Former Academic Director, 2014 National Meeting of Communication Programs (FADECCOS); organizer of the 4th FELAFACS Southern Cone Regional Meeting and the 2022 ALAIC Congress in Argentina. Former Vice President, Argentine Federation of Social Communication Programs (2014–2018). Former Director of the Southern Cone, FELAFACS. Former Academic Vice Dean of the School of Communication, Faculty of Communication and Design, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Dean, Faculty of Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

School of Design

• Maria Carolina Garcia

  Level I Researcher, Humanities Division, Other Humanities Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Communication and Semiotics, Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (Brazil). Consultant in communication and semiotics, marketing strategies, and analysis of fashion consumer behavior for companies based in Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Mexico, and Italy. Scientific Director and Coolhunter, Modus Marketing and Semiotics. Director of Institutional Internationalization and Collectibles, and faculty member at the undergraduate and graduate levels, University Center for Fine Arts (Brazil). Between 2020 and 2022, she was elected by her colleagues as Vice President of Design at Instituto by Brasil, the corporate entity that created the Origen Sostenible certification seal. In 2023, she was a guest curator at the Ponte 23 event (Portugal), a creative fashion and design festival. Recipient of the 2020 Educational Innovation Award from Nexo Atávico, School of Communication and Design, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting professor, School of Design, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

School of Engineering

• Silvia Acuña

  Ph.D. in Engineering Projects, Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain. Master of Science in Sanitary Engineering, with a concentration in Water Quality, Central University of Venezuela. Specialist in Corporate Environmental Management and Chemical Engineering, Metropolitan University, Venezuela. Advisor, Ozone Unit, Ministry of the Environment.

• José Badano

  Level II Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences Division, Biological Sciences Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Human and Molecular Genetics, Baylor College of Medicine (United States). Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Postdoctoral Fellow in Genetic and Functional Characterization of the Ciliary Proteome, Johns Hopkins University (United States). Grade 5 Associate Researcher, Clemente Estable Institute of Biological Research. Group Leader, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo. Grade 4 Researcher, Basic Programme , University of the Republic. Lecturer, Biotechnology Department, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Laura Barreiro

  Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology, University of Granada, Spain. Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, with a specialization in Biochemistry. Project Manager and Coordinator, National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII).
  

• María Bastarrica

  (Chile)Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, University of Connecticut, United States. Computer Engineer. Academic Director of the Postgraduate Program in Software Engineering and Quality, the Diploma in Software Quality Management, and the Diploma in Software Engineering, Department of Computer Science, University of Chile. Director and Principal Investigator, Fondef Public Interest Project, Adaptable Domain and Process Technology Engineering. Visiting Professor.
  

• Christoph Beck

  Ph.D. in Science and Microbiology, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, Switzerland. Biochemist, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, Germany. Founder and Director, Foro Innovativo. Former Head of Innovation and Technology, Tecan Schweiz AG, a supplier of laboratory instruments, Switzerland.

• Lorena Betancor

  Level III Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Industrial Biotechnology Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, University of the Republic. Postdoctoral research at Georgia Tech (United States) and the University of Cambridge (United Kingdom). Scientific Director of the Center for Industrial Biotechnology Innovation (CBI+I), Montevideo (Uruguay). Author of research publications focused on the improvement of biocatalytic processes, primarily in the study of biocatalyst immobilization and its effects on biocatalyst properties. Awarded by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Uruguay. Recognition Award—2nd Science Recognition Conference (2018). Professor of Protein Technology and researcher, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Victor Braberman

  Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Independent Researcher, National Council for Scientific and Technical Research (Argentina). Thesis Advisor, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Efrain Buksman

  Level I Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences Division, Physical Sciences Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Physics, Federal University of São Carlos (Brazil). Master’s degree in Physics, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Bachelor of Science, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. Professor of Physics and researcher, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Daniel Calegari

  Level I Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical, Electronic, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. and M.S. in Computer Programme , Basic Programme (Uruguay). Bachelor of Engineering and Computer Analyst, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Active researcher, Grade 3, PEDECIBA Computer Science. “Roberto Caldeyro Barcia” Basic Sciences Award from the Computer Science Area of PEDECIBA (2019), 2nd place in the 15th Latin American Master’s Thesis Competition (2008). Academic coordinator of the Bachelor’s Degree in Systems and researcher, Faculty of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Mariana Carlomagno

  Ph.D. in Chemistry, Programme the School of Chemistry and Programme the Development of Basic Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic. Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry, University of the Republic. Technical Director, SKAPHIA. Graduate course scholarship, Argentine-Brazilian Center for Biotechnology, 2003. Scholarship, 2nd Conference of Latin American Bioentrepreneurs, Punta del Este, Uruguay, Pasteur Institute of Montevideo, 2004. Scholarship, 3rd Conference of South American Bioentrepreneurs – International Course on Management, Innovation, and Commercialization of Biotechnology (Chile), Pasteur Institute of Montevideo (2005). Scholarship, Call for Programme Researchers in the Productive Sector Programme , Ministry of Education and Culture (2005). Doctoral Fellowship, National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII), 2009–2012.

• Matías Carrasco

  Level I Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences area, Mathematics subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI). PhD in Mathematics, Aix-Marseille Université (France). Master’s degree in Mathematics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Specialization Diploma in Artificial Intelligence, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, University of the Republic. Grade 4 Researcher in Programme Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA). Researcher and Associate Professor of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, and Associate Professor of Mathematics, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• José Carrillo

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Computer Science and Forestry Engineer, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Master of Business Administration, Center for Postgraduate Studies in Business Administration (CEPADE), Polytechnic University of Madrid and IESE Business School, Spain. Full Professor, School of Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Academic Director, Master’s in IT Auditing and IT Security. Director, Master’s in Information Systems Auditing, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Honorary Professor, Society for International Studies. President, Spanish Association of Software Metrics (AEMES). Visiting Professor.
  

• Ernesto Copello

  Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Master’s in Engineering, Certificate of Specialization in Engineering, and Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Sophia Smart Contracts Developer, Keypair Establishment.

• Daniela Costa

  Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, with a concentration Programme Microbiology, Programme Basic Sciences Programme the University of the Republic (Uruguay). Ph.D. fellowship from the National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII) and the Bioinformatics Unit at the Pasteur Institute of Montevideo, 2016.

• Magdalena Cárdenas

  Level I Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences Division, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA), and B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Postdoctoral Fellow, Ciliogenesis in Epithelial Injury and Kidney Regeneration, Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School (United States). Research Assistant, Human Molecular Genetics Laboratory, Pasteur Institute of Montevideo. Member of the Scientific Seminars Committee, Pasteur Institute of Montevideo.

• Hellen Daghero

  Ph.D. and M.S. in Biological Sciences, with a concentration Programme Cellular and Molecular Biology, Basic Sciences Programme , University of the Republic (Uruguay). Clinical Biochemistry, University of the Republic. Research Assistant, Cell Biology Unit, Pasteur Institute of Montevideo.

• Marcos Davyt

  Ph.D. in Natural Sciences, University of Hamburg (Germany). M.S. in Biological Sciences and B.S. in Biochemistry, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Researcher, LocBio SAS.

• Arilo Dias

  (Brazil) Ph.D. in Systems and Computer Engineering and M.S. in Systems and Computer Engineering, Alberto Luiz Coimbra Institute for Graduate Studies and Engineering Research, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Professor, Institute of Computing, Federal University of Amazonas, Brazil. Visiting Professor.
  

• Florencia Díaz

  Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (specializing in Cellular and Molecular Biology) and B.S. in Biochemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former research assistant, Host-Pathogen Interaction Lab, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo (Uruguay).

• María Inés Fariello

  Level 1 Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical, Electronic, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Ecology, Biodiversity, and Evolution, and M.S. in Applied Mathematics, University of Toulouse (France). B.S. in Mathematics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Associate Researcher, Bioinformatics Unit, Pasteur Institute of Montevideo. Grade 4 Researcher, PEDECIBA Mathematics. Head of the Populations and Communities: Genomics and Evolution research line, Interdisciplinary Center for Data Science and Machine Learning (CICADA.uy).

• Maribel Fernández

  (United Kingdom) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Université Paris-Sud. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Escuela Superior Latinoamericana de Informática (ESLAI), Argentina. Systems Analyst. Lecturer, Computer Science, Department of Computer Science, King’s College London, United Kingdom. Visiting Lecturer.
  

• Andrés Ferragut

  Level II Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical, Electronic, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Certified Electrical Engineer, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former member of the Honorary Scientific Advisory Group (GACH) during the COVID-19 pandemic, Office of the President of the Republic. First Prize, Graduate Thesis Competition. Category: Doctoral Thesis in Electrical Engineering. (2012). National Academy of Engineering, Best Paper Award LANC 2009 ACM/CLEI, Best Paper Award, LANC 2007 ACM/CLEI. Award for Teaching Excellence (2017). Professor of Networks and Communication Systems and researcher, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Researcher, AFOSR Project 2024–2026.
  

• María Ferreiro

  Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Level III Researcher, Clemente Estable Institute of Biological Research (IIBCE).

• André Fonseca

  Level I Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Computer Science and Technology for Smart Cities, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Electronic Engineering and Electrical Engineer, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Special Doctoral Award 2016–17. (2018) ETSI Computer Systems, Polytechnic University of Madrid; First Prize at the 13th Regional Chemical Engineering Conference (2003), Association of Chemical Engineers of Uruguay. Academic Coordinator of Electronics, Telecommunications, and Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• María Francia

  Ph.D. in Cellular Biology, University of Georgia (United States). Master of Science in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, University of Idaho (United States). Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Group Leader, Pasteur Institute of Montevideo.

• Daniel Fridlender

  (Argentina) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Chalmers University of Technology/University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Associate Professor, School of Mathematics, Astronomy, and Physics, National University of Córdoba, Argentina. Visiting Professor.
  

• Inés Friss de Kereki

  Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Diploma in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Computer Engineer. Active Researcher, Level 3, Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA), Computer Science Division. 1998 Award for Teaching Excellence, School of Engineering. Professor of Programming.

• Marcelo Gambetta

  Doctor of Education, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Education, Master of Computing and Information Systems, and Diploma in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Diploma in Computing and Information Systems, University of Oxford (United Kingdom). Trainer Programme Corporate Social Responsibility, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Universidad de la Empresa (Uruguay). Systems Analyst, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Higher Education Teaching Certificate, Harvard University (United States). Change Manager, Antel. Executive Director, Gambetta & Asociados. Former Advisor on Information Technology Planning, Antel. Former Director, Business Portal, World Trade Center. Former Consultant, Programme Development Programme (UNDP) and National Drug Board, Office of the President of the Eastern Republic of Uruguay.

• Helena Garbarino

  Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Computing and Information Systems, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Diploma in Computing and Information Systems, University of Oxford (United Kingdom). Award for Outstanding Achievement in 2008 and 2013, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Coordinator of Graduate Programs and professional development, and Professor of Information Systems, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Diego Garbervetsky

  Ph.D. and B.S. in Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Research Assistant, National Council for Scientific and Technical Research (Argentina). Award for the project “Resource Usage Contracts for .NET,” Microsoft Research Software Engineering Innovation Foundation Awards, 2010. Graduate thesis examiner, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Marcela Genero

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, National University of the South, Bahía Blanca, Argentina. Professor, Department of Information Technologies and Systems, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. Visiting Professor.
  

• Carlos Gimenez

  Ph.D. in Computer Science, École Normale Supérieure de Lyon (France). Master’s degree in Computer Science and Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Chief Information Security Officer, PedidosYa.  

• Diego Goldsztajn

  Entry-level researcher, Engineering and Technology division, Computer and Information Sciences sub-division, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Applied Probability, Eindhoven University of Technology (Netherlands). Master of Science in Mathematics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, University of the Republic. Research Professor, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Agustin Gravano

  PhD in Computer Science, Master of Philosophy, and Master of Science, School of Arts and Sciences, Columbia University (United States). Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Visiting Professor, Business School, Torcuato di Tella University (Argentina). Research Scientist, National Council for Scientific and Technical Research (Argentina). Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Award for Best Professor in the Master’s in Management+Analytics program, Business School, Torcuato di Tella University, 2018. Thesis advisor and final project evaluator, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• María Grazú

  Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s degree in Chemistry and Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Research scientist, Institute of Nanoscience and Materials of Aragon, University of Zaragoza (Spain). Co-founder, Promethenz.

• Adolfo Grotiuz

  Ph.D. in Biotechnology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Certificate in Medical Education, CLAEH (Uruguay). B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic. Manager of Biological Products, Microsules Laboratories. Former Head of Bacterial Antigen Production and Manager of Manufacturing Science and Technology, Virbac Uruguay.

• Viviana Heguaburu

  Level I Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences Division, Chemical Sciences Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. and B.S. in Chemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Consultant, self-employed. Member of the learning support technologies project team, UTEC (Uruguay). Level 3 Researcher in Programme Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA Chemistry).

• Mario Ibarburu

  Ph.D. in Economics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Master’s degree in International Economics, with a concentration in Industrial Economics, and Master’s degree in Energy Planning, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil). Advisor for undergraduate and graduate projects. Assistant Manager, Planning Department, UTE.

• Sofía Ibarburu

  Entry-level researcher in the Medical and Health Sciences area, Health Sciences subarea, of the National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Assistant Coordinator of the Biotechnology Laboratory, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Juan Imelio

  Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Associate Technician, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo.

• Erienne Jackson

  Ph.D. in Chemistry, M.S. in Chemistry, and B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Member of the research and development project team on the synthesis of new biomimetic silica nanoparticles, Biomolecules Association, Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Mobility Grant (national), Basic Sciences Programme (Pedeciba), 2014. Research Internship Grant (international), German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), 2014. National Graduate Scholarship, National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII), 2013. Santander Universities Scholarship (international), Banco Santander, 2012. Research Initiation Scholarship (national), National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII), 2011. Former Associate Professor of Protein Technology and former Research Teaching Assistant, Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Project Coordinator and Advisor, Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Natalia Juristo

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Honorary Doctorate, Blekinge Institute of Technology, Sweden. Professor of Software Engineering, School of Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Coordinator, European Master’s Program in Software Engineering, Universities of Bolzano (Italy), Kaiserslautern ( Germany), and Blekinge (Sweden). Senior Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). Visiting Professor.
  

• Sergio Lifschitz

  (Brazil) Ph.D. in Computer Science, École Nationale Supérieure des Télécommunications, Paris, France. Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Systems and Computational Geometry, and Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Systems, from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). Researcher in the Data Bank area, with a focus on autonomous computing and systems involving self-tuning and self-management, as well as data management tools and systems for bioinformatics applications. Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). Visiting Professor.
  

• Mary Lopretti

  Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic. Former Head of the Department of Bioprocesses and Biotechnology, Technological Laboratory of Uruguay (LATU).

• Carlos Luna

  Level I Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Computer Science, Basic Sciences Programme (Pedeciba), School of Engineering, University of the Republic. Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, National University of Río Cuarto, Argentina. 2004 Award for Teaching Excellence, School of Engineering.

• María de Lourdes Mallo

  Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Professor in the Biotechnology Department, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• María Eugenia Martínez

  Bachelor's degree in Communication, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Editor, Radio Uruguay.

• Gerardo Matturro

  Level I Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Computing and Information Systems, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Diploma in Computing and Information Systems, University of Oxford (United Kingdom). Systems Analyst, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Certificate in University Teaching, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Associate Academic Coordinator of the Bachelor’s Degree in Systems and researcher in the Department of Software Engineering, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Franz Mayr

  Ph.D. in Computer Programme , Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA). Master’s in Engineering (Research Track) and Specialization Diploma in Big Data Analytics, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Co-founder, DanaLab. Independent consultant in artificial intelligence and predictive modeling. Academic Achievement Award 2016 and 2018, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher, Engineering and Technology area, Computer and Information Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Scott Mitchell

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry and M.Sc. in Chemistry, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom. Postdoctoral Researcher, "Juan de la Cierva" Nanotherapy and Nanodiagnostics Group, Institute of Nanoscience of Aragon, University of Zaragoza, Spain. Visiting Professor.
  

• Ana Paula Mulet

  Entry-level researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences area, Biological Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Medical Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic. Former research assistant, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo. Doctoral Fellowship, National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII). Award from the National Academy of Veterinary Medicine (2017) granted for the work: “Efficient Generation of Myostatin Knock-Out Sheep Using CRISPR/Cas9 Technology and Microinjection into Zygotes.” Deputy Coordinator and Researcher at the Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• María Antonia Muñoz

  (Brazil). Ph.D. and M.S. in Genetics, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of Buenos Aires. Member of the Scientific Board, National Biosafety Association (ANBIO), Brazil. Former Coordinator of Biotechnology, ORT Institute of Technology in Rio de Janeiro. Author of the book “Biotechnology.” Beatriz Wand Polak World ORT Award, 2008 (award presented by World ORT to professors who excel in the development of new educational programmes technologies). Honored on Biologist Day by the Legislative Assembly of Rio de Janeiro, 2011. Visiting professor.

• Natalia Olivero

  Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, University of the Republic. Senior Research Associate, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo. Former Researcher, Virology Section, University of the Republic.

• Luis Olsina

  (Argentina) Ph.D. in Science and M.S. in Software Engineering, School of Exact Sciences, National University of La Plata, Argentina. B.S. in Information Systems, National University of Luján. Tenured Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, School of Engineering, National University of La Pampa, Argentina. Visiting Professor.
  

• Cecilia Ortiz

  Level I Researcher, Medical and Health Sciences Division, Health Biotechnology Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, M.S. in Biological Sciences (Biochemistry track), and B.S. in Biochemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Assistant Researcher, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo (Uruguay). Associate Professor of Protein Technology and Researcher, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Fernando Paganini

  Level III Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical, Electronic, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). PhD and MSc in Electrical Engineering, California Institute of Technology (United States). Electrical Engineer and Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Former Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, University of California (United States). Fellow, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (United States). Member of the National Academies of Sciences and Engineering of Uruguay, and of the Latin American Academy of Sciences. Grade 5 Researcher, Mathematics Division, PEDECIBA. Former member of the Honorary Scientific Advisory Group (GACH) that provided scientific recommendations in the areas of health and data science to the Office of the President of the Republic regarding COVID-19. Author of numerous significant publications in the fields of automatic control and networks, including both telecommunications and power networks. Recipient of numerous awards, notably the IFAC Fellow Award (2023) “For contributions to robust and distributed control with applications to communication and power networks,” and the Morosoli de Oro Award for Uruguayan Culture (2022). Presidential Award—Recognition for Scientific, Cultural, and Athletic Work (2021) “For service on the Honorary Scientific Advisory Group (GACH) for the COVID-19 pandemic.” Vice Dean of Research and Professor of Telecommunications Theory, School of Engineering.

• Romina Pagotto

  Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of Buenos Aires. Assistant Researcher, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo.

• Marco Pereira

  (Brazil) Ph.D. in Systems and Computer Engineering, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Brazil. Professor, Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Southeastern Minas Gerais, Juiz de Fora Campus, Brazil. Visiting Professor.
  

• Ester Polo

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Science, M.S. in Molecular and Cellular Biology, and B.S. in Biochemistry, University of Zaragoza, Spain. Postdoctoral Researcher, "Juan de la Cierva" Nanotherapy and Nanodiagnostics Group, Institute of Nanoscience of Aragon, University of Zaragoza, Spain. Visiting Professor.
  

• Viviana Ramas

  Ph.D. in Biological Sciences and M.S. in Biological Sciences, Specialization in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Programme the Development of Basic Sciences (PEDECIBA), Faculty of Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay); B.S. in Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of the Republic. Professional Technician, Respiratory Viruses Section, Virology Unit, Ministry of Public Health.

• Nadia Riera

  Doctor of Philosophy, University of Florida (United States). Master of Science in Biological Sciences and Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). Senior Research Associate, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo. Advisor for final-year projects, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Magdalena Ripoll

  Entry-level researcher in the Engineering and Technology field, Industrial Biotechnology subfield, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). M.S. in Chemistry, University of the Republic. B.S. in Biotechnology, Universidad ORT Uruguay. PEDECIBA Level 3 researcher since 2025. Researcher, Biotechnology Research and Innovation Center (CB+I). Research Teaching Assistant, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Georges Rodríguez

  (France) Ph.D. in Telecommunications, TELECOM, Paris, France. Bachelor of Science in Electronics, National University of La Plata, Argentina (UNLP). Researcher, National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET). Full Professor, TELECOM ParisTech. Member, Paris Institute of Technology and TELECOM Institute, Paris, France. Visiting Professor.
  

• Jean Rossa

  (Brazil) Ph.D. in Knowledge Engineering and M.S. in Computer Science, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil. B.S. in Computer Science, University of Vale do Itajaí, Brazil. Professor of Software Engineering, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Brazil. Researcher, Software Quality Group, National Institute of Science and Technology for Digital Convergence, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil. Director of Software Quality, Specto Group, Brazil, a company dedicated to providing software and hardware technology solutions for businesses. Visiting Professor.
  

• Ana Rovetta

  Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry; Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Biological Sciences, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Head of the R&D Department, The Chemist Look. Former Head of the Research and Development Department, Inmuno Tools, Cosmetics R&D.

• Tomás San Feliú

  (Spain) Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Castilla-La Mancha. B.S. in Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Adjunct Professor, School of Computer Science, Department of Languages and Systems, Polytechnic University of Madrid. Visiting Professor.
  

• Leonardo Santos

  Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, M.S. in Biological Sciences, and B.S. in Biochemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Technical Assistant, EOLO Pharma. Research Assistant, Laboratory of Metabolic and Aging Pathologies, Institut Pasteur Montevideo.

• Lucia Sessa

  Ph.D. and M.S. in Biological Sciences, and B.S. in Biochemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Proofreader and editor of scientific manuscripts, Manuscript Creatives.

• Martín Solari

  Level I Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Software and Systems, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor of Engineering in Systems, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Consultant in software processes and quality. Grade 3 Researcher, Computer Science area, Programme the Development of Basic Sciences (PEDECIBA), University of the Republic (Uruguay). Associate Professor of Software Engineering and Researcher, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Nora Szasz

  Level II Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). PhD in Computer Science and Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden). Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Latin American School of Computer Science (Argentina). Researcher, Grade 4, Computer Programme area, Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA), University of the Republic (Uruguay). 2012 Award for Teaching Excellence, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Vice Dean, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Sofía Tabares

  Ph.D. in Chemistry and B.S. in Biochemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Project Manager, Benten Biotech.

• Álvaro Tasistro

  Level I Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences Division, Computer and Information Sciences Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Gothenburg (Sweden). Award for Teaching Excellence (2015). Academic coordinator of the Master’s in Engineering and research professor in the COMPUTE group, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Pablo Tejera

  Ph.D. in Telematics Systems Engineering, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Head of Systems and Programming, Mutualista Evangelical Hospital. Instructor of Linux Server Administration, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Mariana Umpiérrez

  PhD, McGill University (Canada). MSc in Chemistry, Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA), University of the Republic (Uruguay). Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, University of the Republic. Level 3 Researcher, Chemistry Division, Programme the Development of Basic Sciences (PEDECIBA). 3rd prize for outstanding research (2017), McGill University. Assistant Coordinator of the Biotechnology Laboratory, School of Engineering,Universidad ORT Uruguay. Project Coordinator for ART – Mushlove, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Mauricio Vega

  Ph.D. in Chemistry – Physical Chemistry, Federal University of São Carlos (Brazil). Master’s in Chemistry, Programme the Development of Basic Sciences (PEDECIBA), School of Chemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Pharmaceutical Chemist, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Associate Researcher (honorary), School of Chemistry, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Level III Researcher, PEDECIBA, School of Chemistry. Level I Researcher, Natural and Exact Sciences area, Chemical Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Sergio Yovine

  Ph.D. in Computer Science, Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble (France). Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR), Université Joseph Fourier, Grenoble (France). Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Latin American School of Computer Science, University of Luján (Argentina). Grade 5 Researcher, Computer Programme Division, Basic Sciences Programme (PEDECIBA), University of the Republic (Uruguay). Professor and Academic Coordinator of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Luis Ziliani

  PhD in Computer Science, Saarland University (Germany). MSc in Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Former Team Lead and Product Manager, Manas Tech. Professor of Computer Science, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

Institute of Education

• Mauricio Arevalo

  Ph.D. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Master’s Degree in Educational Administration, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Diploma in Public Policy, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Advanced Training in Education for Children and Adolescents with Disabilities, Institute for Advanced Training and Higher Studies, ANEP. Consultant in Educational Institution Management, Central Board of Directors, ANEP. Professor, researcher, and tutor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Alejandro Armellini

  Ph.D. in Language Studies, University of Kent (United Kingdom). Master’s degree in Educational Technology, University of Manchester (United Kingdom). Professor and Dean of Digital and Distributed Learning, University of Portsmouth (United Kingdom). Visiting Professor.

• Francisco Arri

  Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences field, Communication and Media subfield, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Social Communication, Austral University (Argentina). Master’s degree in Communication and Education, Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain). Professor of Journalism and Bachelor of Journalism, Universidad del Salvador (Argentina). National Broadcaster, Instituto Superior de Enseñanza Radiofónica de Buenos Aires (Argentina). Former Director, Department and Doctorate in Education Science, Universidad del Salvador (Argentina). Former undergraduate professor at the Universidad del Salvador, Universidad Abierta Interamericana, and Universidad de Ciencias Sociales y Empresariales in Argentina. Visiting graduate professor at the National Universities of Rosario and San Martín (Argentina) and Columbia University (Paraguay). Academic Secretary of the School of Communication and Academic Coordinator of Data Analytics at Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Gabriela Augustowsky

  Ph.D. in Fine Arts, Applied Programme , Complutense University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Teaching and Bachelor’s Degree in Education, University of Buenos Aires (UBA). Full Professor of Visual Arts Education, National University of the Arts (Argentina). Professor, Teacher Education Program and Programme , School of Architecture, Design, and Urban Planning, University of Buenos Aires. Lecturer and graduate advisor at the Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Beatrice Avalos

  Ph.D. in Education, Philosophy, and History, Saint Louis University, United States. Professor of History and Geography, Catholic University of Chile. Former Professor of Education at the University of Papua New Guinea for six years. Former Coordinator Programme Strengthen Initial Teacher Education at the Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), Chile. Researcher on education and teaching issues, University of Wales, Great Britain. Associate Researcher at the Center for Advanced Research in Education (CIAE) at the University of Chile. Director, Millennium Nucleus, The Teaching Profession in Chile: Policies, Practices, and Projections, funded by the Millennium Science Initiative since 2007. Visiting Professor.
  

• María del Carmen Azpiroz

  Ph.D. in Education and Master’s Degree in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resources, Catholic University of Uruguay. Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Teacher of English as a Foreign Language, TESOL Certificate, Trinity College London. Former Language Coordinator, Oxford Oriental School of Languages, Hong Kong. Examiner for Diplomas in Spanish as a Foreign Language and TOEFL Examiner, Instituto Cervantes. Director, Instituto Rey Sejong Montevideo. Director of International Relations, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Claudia Cabrera Borges

  Ph.D. in Education and M.A. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. B.S. in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Biology Teacher, Florida Teacher Training Institute. Diploma in Teaching with Digital Technologies, Education Training Council, Ceibal, and the University of Cambridge (United Kingdom). Instructor of Biology and Biology Pedagogy, Regional Teachers’ Center of the Center. Member of the Formative Research Group (GIF), part of the ALICIA Network (Alliance for Collaboration in Research and Learning). Instructor and tutor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level I Researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Manuel Cardoso

  Ph.D. in Education, Columbia University (United States). Master’s degree in Education, Harvard University (United States). Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Universidad de la República (Uruguay). He held technical positions at the Educational Outcomes Measurement Unit (Uruguay), the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (Canada), and UNICEF (United States), and a senior position at the Council of Ministers of Education (Canada). Author of publications on standardized assessment, educational policy, the use of technology in learning, parental involvement in education, and the sociology of quantification. Director of Research, Center for Continuing Education in Higher Education (CAES), Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences, subfield of Education Sciences, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Lourdes Cardozo Gaibisso

  PhD in Language and Literacy Education, University of Georgia (United States). Master’s in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Secondary School Teacher, specializing in English, Artigas Teachers’ Institute (Uruguay). Professor and Researcher, TESOL and Linguistics, Mississippi State University (United States). Visiting Professor, BRIDGE TESOL project. Graduate Advisor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level I Researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Erik Caseres

  Ph.D. in Education, M.S. in Science (with a concentration in Mathematics), and B.S. in Mathematical Sciences, Universidad Centroccidental (Venezuela). Coordinator of Educational Technology and Associate Professor of Mathematics, School of Administration and Social Sciences, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Ricardo Cuenca

  Ph.D. in Education, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Education, Cayetano Heredia University (Peru). Psychologist, Ricardo Palma University (Peru). Specialist in the study of comparative reforms and policies, and in the relationship between education and politics, from a historical perspective. Former Minister of Education of Peru (November 2020–July 2021). Professor, National University of San Marcos (Peru). Principal Researcher, Institute of Peruvian Studies. Member of the Advisory Council, Organization of Ibero-American States for Education, Science, and Culture (OEI). Member of the External Academic Committee, FLACSO Mexico. Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Gabriel Díaz Maggioli

  Ph.D. in Education and M.A. in Education, University of Bath (United Kingdom). Graduate Certificate in Governance and Management of Teacher Education and Professional Development, The Pennsylvania State University (United States). Secondary School English Teacher, Instituto de Profesores Artigas (Uruguay). Former President, International Association of Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (IATEFL). Former Member of the Board of Directors, International Association of Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL, United States). Graduate-level instructor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level I Researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Joaquín Gairín

  Ph.D. in Philosophy and Letters, Autonomous University of Barcelona. Professor of General Basic Education and Chair of the Department of Applied Pedagogy, Autonomous University of Barcelona. International educational consultant. Visiting professor for graduate programs at the Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Daisy Imbert

  Ph.D. in Education, International Ibero-American University (Mexico). M.A. in Education with a concentration in Curriculum and Assessment, Catholic University of Uruguay. Professor of Biological Sciences, Artigas Teachers’ Institute (Uruguay). Former National Inspector of Biology, Secondary Education Council. Former Educational Advisor to the Secretary of Secondary Education, National Public Education Administration. Former Educational Support Specialist, Central-South Regional Inspection Office, Secondary Education Council. Mentor, Education Training Council. Member of the Facilitation Team for the Curricularization of Pre-Professional Practice, Education Training Council. Tutor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Carina Lion

  Ph.D. in Education, specializing in Trainer Development; Bachelor’s degree and professor in Education Sciences, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Professor of Education and Technology, and Communication and Education in the Education Sciences program, University of Buenos Aires. Researcher, University of Buenos Aires. Professor in national and international master’s and doctoral programs. Developer of educational video games. Former Director of the Center for Innovation in Technology and Pedagogy, and of Programme XXI Programme , University of Buenos Aires. Member of the University of the Future Network. Thesis advisor for the Doctorate in Education and visiting professor at the Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• María Ester Mancebo

  Ph.D. in Humanities, Catholic University of Uruguay. Master’s in Social Sciences, Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO) (Argentina). History Teacher, Artigas Teachers’ Institute. Researcher, Department of Political Science, Area of State and Public Education Policy, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Thesis Advisor for the Doctorate in Education, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Jesús Manso

  Ph.D. in Education, Master’s Degree in Educational Improvement and Quality, and Diploma in Teaching, specializing in Special Education, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Psychology, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Consultant, Teacher Training Division, Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI). Area Coordinator, Research Group on Supranational Educational Policy, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Dean, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Autonomous University of Madrid. Full Professor, Department of Pedagogy, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Autonomous University of Madrid. National Award for Excellence in University Academic Performance, awarded by the Ministry of Education (Spain). Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Carlos Marcelo

  Ph.D. in Education, University of Seville (Spain). B.A. in Education, University of Seville (Spain). Professor of Teaching Methods and School Administration, School of Education, University of Seville (Spain). Member of the Academic Committee for the Doctor of Education program, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Wellington Mazzotti

  Ph.D. in Education and Master’s in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Master’s in Open and Distance Education, National University of Distance Education (Spain). Physics Teacher, Artigas Teachers’ Institute. Former Director of Pre-University Programs, José Pedro Varela National School (IUDEP) and Richard Anderson School. Former member of the administrative team at Liceo No. 34. Evaluator for the Education Sector Fund, National Agency for Research and Innovation. Associate Academic Coordinator of the Doctorate in Education and the Master’s in Education, faculty member and graduate advisor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Marina Melani

  Ph.D. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. M.Sc. in Entrepreneurial Management, Anglia Ruskin University (United Kingdom). B.A. in Industrial Design, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Head of the Design and Innovation Department, Technological University of Uruguay. English teacher, Edu School. Consultant, Ingenio. Facilitator of workshops on entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. Professor, Institute of Education, ORT University of Uruguay.

• Estibaliz Perez

  Ph.D. in Education, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Educational Technology, State Distance University (Costa Rica). Bachelor’s Degree in Pedagogy and Didactics, National University (Costa Rica). Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies and Civic Education, National University (Costa Rica). International consultant on educational innovation, public policy, and new technologies. Faculty member in the Master’s Program in Technology, State Distance University (Costa Rica). Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• José Ignacio Porras

  Ph.D. in Political Science, Complutense University of Madrid (Spain). Specialization Diploma in Constitutional Law and Political Science, Center for Constitutional Studies (Spain). Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Sociology, Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain). Bachelor’s Degree in History, University of Barcelona (Spain). Coordinator, Master’s Program in E-Government, Metropolitan Technological University (UTEM) (Chile). Managing Partner, ARSChile Consulting. Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Mariela Questa Torterolo

  Ph.D. in Education, Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain). Master’s in Educational Management, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Bachelor’s in International Relations, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Researcher in educational management, student inclusion in higher education, digital technologies, training of trainers, and professional development. Graduate-level instructor and associate academic coordinator of the Master’s in Educational Management and the Master’s in Training of Trainers, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level I researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Paula Rebolledo

  Ph.D. in Education, University of Leeds (England). Master’s Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), University of Leeds (England). Professor of English as a Foreign Language and Bachelor of Education, Arturo Prat University (Chile). Consultant and researcher on teacher professional development, British Council. Undergraduate and graduate instructor, Universidad de los Andes (Chile). Graduate instructor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting professor.

• Martín Rebour

  Ph.D. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Master’s degree in Psychology and Education and Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Advanced Diploma in Social Sciences, Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO) (Argentina). He has served as a consultant for UNESCO and the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation. Guest speaker at various national and international conferences. Manager of Teacher Professional Development, Ceibal. Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Pablo Rivera

  Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Zaragoza (Spain). Ph.D. in Education and Society, Master’s in Political Analysis and Institutional Consulting, and Master’s in Higher Education, University of Barcelona (Spain). Master’s in Social Sciences, University of Chile. Sociologist, University of Concepción (Chile). Postdoctoral Research in Adult Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison (United States). Visiting Professor, Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, Andrés Bello University (Chile). Lecturer, Department of Didactics and Educational Organization, University of Barcelona (Spain). Member of the ESBRINA research group—Subjectivities,
  , Visualities, and Contemporary Educational Environments—and of the Institute for Educational Research at the University of Barcelona. Graduate tutor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Eduardo Rodríguez Zidán

  Ph.D. in Educational Research Methods and Innovation, University of Málaga (Spain). Diploma in Educational Diagnosis and Planning (
  ), UNESCO-IBRO (Argentina). Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Trainer in Educational Sciences, Institute for Professional Development and Higher Studies (Uruguay). Professor, researcher, and member of the Academic Committee for the Doctorate in Education, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Level II Researcher, Social Sciences area, Educational Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Celia Rosemberg

  Ph.D. in Education, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Programme : Methodology of Educational Research – Center for Research in Educational Sciences, affiliated with the Torcuato Di Tella Institute (Argentina). Bachelor’s degree in Educational Sciences, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Professor of Educational Sciences, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Researcher at the National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET). Adjunct Professor of Educational Research and Statistics, Faculty of Philosophy and Letters, University of Buenos Aires (Argentina). Member of the Academic Committee, Doctorate in Education, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Dora Sajevicius

  Ph.D. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Master’s Degree in Educational Management, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Postgraduate Certificate in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Assessment, Catholic University of Uruguay. Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching, NLP, and Team Leadership, European Business School of Barcelona (Spain). Mathematics Teacher, Artigas Teachers’ Institute (Uruguay). English Teacher, Uruguay-United States Cultural Alliance. Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Education, St. George’s Primary School. Tutor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Martín Solari

  Level I Researcher, Engineering and Technology Division, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Information Engineering Subdivision, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Software and Systems, Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain). Bachelor of Engineering in Systems, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Consultant in software processes and quality. Grade 3 Researcher, Computer Science area, Programme the Development of Basic Sciences (PEDECIBA), University of the Republic (Uruguay). Associate Professor of Software Engineering and Researcher, School of Engineering, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Andrea Tejera Techera

  Level I Researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI). Ph.D. in Education, National University of Entre Ríos (Argentina). Master’s degree in Regional and Local Development, Catholic University of Uruguay. Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, University of the Republic (Uruguay). She held leadership positions at the Institute for Children and Adolescents of Uruguay (INAU) and technical roles at the National Public Education Administration (ANEP). Chair of the Executive Committee, RedAGE Uruguay. Academic Coordinator of the Center for Continuing Education in Higher Education (CAES), Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Coordinator of the Master’s in Educational Management and the Master’s in Training of Trainers, professor, researcher, and graduate tutor at the Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Flavia Terigi

  Ph.D. in Psychology, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Diploma of Advanced Studies (DEA), doctoral program, School of Psychology, Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain). Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO), Argentina. Bachelor’s Degree in Education, University of Buenos Aires. Specialist in Educational Policy, Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO), Argentina. Researcher and full-time faculty member, Institute of Human Development, National University of General Sarmiento (Argentina). Undergraduate instructor, Universities of Buenos Aires and General Sarmiento. Full-time tenured professor, Chair of Genetic Psychology, Department of Education Sciences, Faculty of Philosophy and Letters, University of Buenos Aires. Former Undersecretary of Education for the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires. Author of various books, scientific articles, and popular science pieces on topics related to learning, curriculum, and teacher education. Visiting Professor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.

• Silvia Umpiérrez

  Ph.D. in Education and Master’s Degree in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, University of the Republic (Uruguay). Tenured faculty member at the Council for Education Training, National Public Education Administration (ANEP). Instructor and tutor, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Entry-level researcher in the Social Sciences area, subarea of Education Sciences, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Denise Vaillant

  Ph.D. in Education, Université du Québec à Montréal (Canada). Master’s degree in Planning and Management and Bachelor’s degree in Education, University of Geneva (Switzerland). She has held various senior positions in the National Public Education Administration of Uruguay. She is a visiting professor at numerous Latin American and European universities, an advisor to several international organizations, and the author of articles and books on the teaching profession, educational reforms, and innovation. Dean, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Academic Director of the Doctorate in Education, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Member, Honorary Commission, and Level III Researcher, Social Sciences area, Education Sciences subarea, National System of Researchers (SNI).

• Verónica Zorrilla de San Martín

  Ph.D. in Education and M.A. in Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay. Teacher of general education, Teacher Training Colleges of Montevideo (Uruguay). Instructor, National Public Education Administration (ANEP). Former Coordinator of the Curriculum Development and Design Unit, Executive Directorate of Educational Policy and Planning, ANEP. Education Specialist, Ceibal. Editor of Cuadernos de Investigación Educativa. Faculty Member, Institute of Education, Universidad ORT Uruguay.