Conference Agenda

This research project addresses the impact of tourism as the main economic activity in Lake Yojoa and its sustainable economic development, considering three important criteria: economic growth, sustainability, and government support. In recent years, tourism has experienced significant growth in the area, which has triggered local development and opportunities, but has also generated environmental and institutional challenges. To achieve the objectives of the study, a mixed approach methodology was used, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative approaches. A previously validated Likert-scale survey was designed and applied to a sample of 105 licensed tourism companies in the region. The survey was aimed at measuring the perception of local tourism sector stakeholders regarding economic growth over the last 5 years, the sustainable practices they implement and the level of support they receive from the local or central government. The information collected was processed using basic statistical analysis software. The results show a positive perception regarding the individual economic growth of local stakeholders; however, important weaknesses are identified in terms of collective sustainability and dissatisfaction with the governmental support received. The tourism sector in Lake Yojoa represents an opportunity for local development, but it needs to be oriented towards a sustainable approach and with institutional support.

This study presents a bibliometric review of scientific production on sustainable innovation in Latin America from 1993 to 2025. Based on 664 peer-reviewed documents from Scopus and Web of Science, it identifies trends in publication output, regional disparities, international collaboration, and thematic focus. The results show a significant growth in publications over the last decade, led by Brazil and Mexico. However, notable asymmetries persist in national research capacities and collaboration networks. Keyword analysis reveals a concentration on environmental sustainability, renewable energy, and the role of BRICS countries, highlighting the influence of Global South perspectives. Emerging topics such as green finance and agribusiness sustainability are gaining attention but remain underexplored. The thematic landscape is fragmented, with limited interdisciplinary integration and low representation of certain countries and topics. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the field’s evolution and structure, emphasizing the need for greater regional integration and inclusive research agendas.

This study focuses on improving customer service at the artisanal ice cream shop “Copitos” in Cajamarca by applying quality management tools such as the PDCA cycle, House of Quality, FMEA, and the 8D methodology. Initially, deficiencies in staff friendliness and service speed were identified using SERVQUAL surveys, showing a general satisfaction level of 70%. Corrective actions aligned with customer expectations were designed and implemented, prioritizing staff training and the optimization of critical processes. After applying these tools, customer satisfaction increased to 96%, reflecting significant improvements in speed, service friendliness, and product presentation. The results demonstrate that quality management is not limited to large organizations but can be successfully implemented in small artisanal businesses, enabling them to strengthen customer loyalty and establish a culture of continuous improvement. This work highlights that acting upon collected data is essential for achieving sustainable results, generating positive impacts on customer experience and the company’s competitiveness.

This research project presents the design of a mechanism to be placed ahead of a potato harvester, specifically aimed at hard and uneven terrain where conventional machinery tends to get stuck while trying to break up the soil, hindering the cleaning of potatoes and penetration into the ground [1],[2]. The objective is to incorporate a breaker wheel as a pre-screening system to facilitate initial soil cleaning, thereby improving the efficiency of the harvesting process. 3D modeling and mechanical simulations using finite element analysis (FEA) are employed to validate the structural strength of the mechanism, taking into account accessible materials such as ASTM A36 steel [11]. The results show that the proposed mechanism adequately withstands working loads and that the design is user-friendly in terms of maintenance. The design is cost-effective, modular, and adaptable, allowing for increased torque through a two-stage reduction system [3], [5], [15]. This makes the MK7 model a viable solution for small and medium-scale potato producers in rural areas of Peru.

This study presents a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of the cotton yarn production process in a company located in Arequipa, Peru, with the aim of identifying opportunities to reduce the environmental impacts associated with this industry. The functional unit considered is the production of 1 kg of cotton yarn, using a “gate-to-gate” approach and primary data validated by the company. The production process begins with the reception and storage of raw cotton, followed by a series of mechanical operations—opener, batan, carding, drawing, doubling, combing, autoleveller, roving, spinning, and winding—that transform the fiber into yarn, generating by-products and waste at each stage. Calculations determined that to obtain 1 kg of yarn, 1.287 kg of raw cotton is required, with an energy consumption of 7.99 kWh and the generation of 0.024 kg of solid waste.

This study addresses the development of iron-fortified gummy candies as an innovative strategy to combat childhood anemia, a public health problem that affects 43.6% of Peruvian children under 3 years of age, through the use of animal by-products such as dehydrated chicken blood and mango pulp, rich in vitamin C, thus promoting iron absorption; the research was applied, with a quantitative approach, evaluating 18 experimental formulations in two replicates, whose sensory attributes (color, smell, taste, texture and acceptability) were valued by 30 semi-trained tasters, and analyzed with ANOVA statistical tests at 5% significance; The results demonstrated that formulations with a higher chicken blood content significantly influenced the sensory attributes of acceptability (p=0.001), color (p=0.000), and flavor (p=0.005). An optimal sample was obtained with 23.12 mg of iron per 100 mg of gummy, demonstrating that this type of nutraceutical has a high nutritional value and adequate sensory acceptance, constituting a promising and sustainable alternative for food enhancement and the prevention of anemia in vulnerable populations.