Conference Agenda

Fuel management is critical for transportation companies as it is the largest component of operating costs. The company's performance reached an average of only 7.32 km/gal, with the theoretical standard being 9.46 km/gal, having a gap of 2.10 km/gal, this is due to traditional manual measurement methods . since they do not provide accurate or updated data, which prevents making correct decisions regarding the optimal use of fuel. This study proposes the integration of IoT technologies (sensors) and Machine Learning to optimize fuel control and management in a Peruvian company dedicated to heavy cargo transportation, allowing the detection of anomalous patterns in fuel consumption, increasing by 9.1%. gallon yield and reducing fuel consumption by 9.8% in the improved model and a cost savings of 13.8%.

This study quantifies the carbon footprint of an asphalt mixture that incorporates polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste as a partial replacement for conventional asphalt mixture. A life cycle assessment (LCA) approach was employed to assess greenhouse gas emissions associated with raw material extraction, production, transportation and construction processes. The results indicate that the incorporation of PET waste reduces the carbon emissions of the asphalt mixture compared to conventional formulations. This reduction is primarily attributed to lower energy demand and reduced dependence on petroleum-based fuels. The findings highlight the potential of PET-modified asphalt as a more sustainable alternative for pavement applications, contributing to waste reduction and climate change mitigation. These results support the integration of recycled plastics into road construction as an effective strategy to reduce the environmental impact of asphalt production.

This article presents the development of a proposal for the regulation of language courses at the Technological University of Panama (UTP). A synthesis was made of the current mechanisms and international regulations for the application of standardized language tests used by the UTP, such as: TOEFL, IELTS and regulations such as the Common European Framework of Reference for languages, and of course the legislation. national for language teaching in primary and secondary education centers. These elements have served as a reference and input for the preparation of this proposed regulation, in order to align the proposed regulation for language courses with all these international standards. Subsequently, the methodology used to prepare this proposed regulation is presented, and the results with their respective discussion. Finally, the purpose of this proposal is indicated with a view to strengthening the management of the Specialized Language Center.

In this literature review, the main objective was to analyze the critical points related to ergonomics in the industrial sector, using as a reference 20 scientific articles published between 2020 and 2024. The research focused on identifying the most effective tools and methodologies to address ergonomic challenges, contributing to Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). The information search was conducted in reliable databases such as Scopus and Web of Science, ensuring the quality of the analysis. Among the most commonly used tools in the reviewed studies were REBA (Rapid Entire Body Assessment), RULA (Rapid Upper Limb Assessment), NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health), OCRA (Occupational Repetitive Actions), DHM (Digital Human Modeling), AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process), and HFE (Human Factors Engineering). These methodologies proved to be effective in assessing risks, designing ergonomic workstations, and reducing work-related injuries, thereby improving both safety and efficiency in industrial processes. The conclusions highlighted that ergonomics is not only essential for ensuring safe working conditions and preventing occupational illnesses but also plays a key role in enhancing productivity and innovation. The implementation of ergonomic practices was positioned as a strategic investment that benefits both workers and companies, aligning with the principles of sustainable development. This study reinforced the importance of integrating ergonomics into industrial planning to create more efficient, safe, and sustainable work environments.

One of the most important problems to defeat for a cleaner production is an efficient resource consumption in the manufacturing processes. This article presents the resource utilization of some bakeries in Costa Rica, where indicators of the water, electricity and flour efficiency were developed and compare to indicators from the same industry worldwide. Among the more important problems found were the cleaning practices in which water is not controlled, the common practice is to let the water running through the cleaning processes. And in addition, the wastewater usually has organic matter, grease and other contents that complicate the water cleaning and that could be cleaned before. Achieving a sustainable production requires an efficient resource utilization the economic goal is so dominant that when the resource is expensive it might be possible, but when it is cheap it won´t become important to save it as much as possible. For this purpose, several possible practices are towards a cleaner production are presented

The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed unprecedented transformations in higher education, particularly in engineering research methodologies. This multidisciplinary study examines the adaptation of research processes to remote environments at a Peruvian private university, integrating legal, educational, and technological perspectives. Through a mixed-methods approach comprising structured surveys and in-depth interviews with 30 researchers, we analyzed adaptation patterns and emerging innovation opportunities. Preliminary results demonstrate a significant increase in digital tool adoption (78%), substantial growth in international collaborations (45%), and the need for specific regulatory frameworks (92%). We propose a three-dimensional Integrated Remote Research (IRR) model that combines legal, methodological, and technological aspects as a framework for optimizing research processes in virtual environments. This study contributes to understanding the challenges and opportunities in the digital transformation of academic research in the Latin American context

The Huaynaputina volcano, located in southern Peru, erupted catastrophically on February 19, 1600 AD. The effects of this eruption were devastating in the southern region of Peru, as well as the western part of Bolivia and northern Chile. The eruption caused considerable damage to the infrastructure (homes, platforms, roads, and bridges), agricultural activity, livestock, and economy of the newly founded Viceroyalty of Peru (Navarro et al., 2000). In addition, it generated global climate impacts (in terms of average temperature reduction) over the past 1500 years (Stoffel et al., 2015).
The importance of this project is justified by considering that the population, especially those who live near active volcanoes, do not know about the eruptions that occurred in the recent past that caused countless damages, victims and effects that should never be forgotten, since in the future nature can surprise us, even more so if we do not learn from past experiences.
This book prepared in the form of a story intends to reach children with a simple and very colourful language, so that, in a friendly way, they learn about the impact of volcanic eruptions, their effects and implications, in order to build a culture of resilience.

Abstract: The purpose of the study was to analyze the relationship between staff turnover and productivity of the commercial advisers of a Microfinance Institution, Villa El Salvador headquarters (Lima-Peru), 2021. Its approach was quantitative, not experimental, with a type of cut cross-sectional and descriptive correlational scope. The population and sample consisted of 81 employees from the commercial area of the Microfinance Institution, Villa el Salvador headquarters. Instruments such as Cronbach's Alpha obtained a result for variable I of "0.875" and for variable II of "0.886". The results of the inferential statistics indicated a moderate positive correlation with a Spearman Rho of "0.822", with a significance of p = "0.000" <0.05. It was concluded that, they must manage staff turnover so as not to harm productivity., corroborated by Salazar (2019), Ramos (2018) and Landa (2019).