Marisol Grisanti
Geographic location impacts innovation and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises in Chile
This research seeks to contribute to the design of public policies that generate greater resilience for smaller companies, promote job creation and reduce the digital divide, among others.
Access to childcare has a direct impact on mothers' continued participation in the labor market.
Research by the academic Marcela Mello, from the School of Economics and Business Studies, shows that this public policy improves the quality of life of families, promotes gender equality and has positive effects both economically and socially.
Chilean scientists develop a new test to diagnose hypertension
An interdisciplinary team, led by researcher from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, José Manuel Saavedra, is developing generative models that allow reconstructing CT images with less than 50% of radiation, without losing diagnostic quality.
"In the last five years we have had an increase of more than 20% in the number of research academics."
Patrick Horn, dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, highlights the development of high-level academic and scientific projects among universities, industry, and government to offer real solutions to Chile's challenges.
Academician and researcher Rodrigo Astroza receives Structural Engineer of the Year Award
The academic vice-dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences of our university was recognized for his career and his contribution to the development of structural engineering in Chile.
"We are contributing a grain of sand to the generation of new knowledge and developing high-impact scientific and applied research."
Rodrigo Astroza was recognized with the first Award for Excellence in Research given at our university.
Indoor air biopurifier uses a biological system to break down pollutant molecules
The system improves air quality in homes, schools, and offices, addressing an issue that affects both health and productivity in the country.
Research delves into the role of markets in income inequality
The Dean of the School of Economics and Business Administration is researching the role of markets in income inequality.
Chilean researchers seek a second life for lithium batteries in electric cars
AI will perform diagnostics of these parts to reuse them and contribute to energy sustainability.
Research on the effects of corrosion and soil-structure interaction on the seismic performance of bridges will contribute to the maintenance of the road structure.
The publication Engineering Structures highlighted the work that will improve the maintenance and seismic resilience of the country's bridges.