Mexico City, February 11, 2025. In order to raise awareness of the critical role played by women and girls in science and technology, February 11 is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. International Day of Women and Girls in Science, February 11, 2025.As part of this celebration, we are recognizing women from the Universidad Panamericana community whose contributions in the STEM areas (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) have been recognized.Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) are worthy of note.
From the security and artificial intelligenceto industrial to industrial process optimization and telecommunications, these women not only excel in their respective fields, but also inspire future generations of women scientists and engineers.these women not only excel in their respective fields, but also inspire future generations of women scientists and engineers.
Daniela Medrano Gutiérrez: Contributing to IT security computer security
Daniela Medrano Gutiérrez, alumni of the first generation of Applied Mathematics of the Universidad Panamericana, Mexico City campus, published the research article entitled PPSA: Polynomial Private Stream Aggregation for Time-Series Data Analysis at IACR ePrint Archivean internationally recognized repository in the field of cryptography.
The paper proposes an innovative method to perform secure polynomial computations on encrypted data, contributing to privacy and security in the analysis of temporal data streams.. This breakthrough has relevant applications in sectors such as finance, health and energy management, enabling risk analysis, medical research and system optimization without compromising privacy and security.It enables risk analysis, medical research and system optimization without compromising data confidentiality.
In addition to the publication, Daniela had the opportunity to present her work at the conference EAI SecureComm 2024 in Dubai, one of the most important cybersecurity events worldwide.
Daniela achieved this milestone thanks to her strong background in mathematics at our university and the support she received as a Fulbright Scholar. Fulbright Scholarwhere she conducted research at the University of Notre Dame under the guidance of Ph.D. Taeho Jung and collaborated with Ph. Data Security and Privacy Lab. In this way, Daniela's work has contributed to the field of cryptography and computer security.
Carolina Del Valle Soto: innovating in Telecommunications and Information Technologies
Originally from Medellín, Colombia, Dr. Carolina Del Valle Sototo Dr. Carolina Del Valle Soto is a leading figure in the field of telecommunications and information technologies, who has positioned herself as a leader in research and technological development. leader in research and technological development..
Graduated as an Electronic Engineer from the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, she began her career with an innovative thesis on the design and construction of a photon counting system, laying the foundation for her future in research.
Her passion for knowledge led her to obtain a master's degree in Electronic Engineering with a specialization in Telecommunications at Tecnológico de Monterrey, where she she contributed to the development of a P2P network (peer-to-peer) with DNS security (Domain Name System Security Extensions).
His pursuit of academic excellence culminated in a PhD in Information and Communication Technologies, also at TEC de Monterrey, where he developed a pioneering protocol for wireless sensor networks, thus demonstrating his ability to address complex challenges in the field of telecommunications.
Currently, Dr. Del Valle Soto is head of the Computing Academy at the head of the Computing Academy in the School of Engineering at the Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara campus, where she continues to inspire the next generation of engineers.where she continues to inspire the next generation of engineers. In addition, she is recognized as a member of the National System of Researchers (SNII) level I, a testimony of her impact on the scientific community.
With more than 90 publications in high-impact journalshis work covers crucial topics such as wireless networks, telecommunications security and energy optimization algorithms. Her dedication and contributions continue to drive significant advances in the field, establishing her as a leader in her field.
Avelina Alejo Reyes: innovation and excellence in Engineering
The Dr. Avelina Alejo Reyes is an outstanding researcher and academic in the field of engineering, whose career reflects an exceptional commitment to research, teaching and innovation. commitment to research, teaching and innovation.. With a solid academic background and a passion for solving complex problems, she has established herself as an influential figure in her field.
She is an Industrial Engineer graduated from Tecnológico de Ciudad Madero, where she also obtained her master's degree. Her quest for excellence led her to pursue a Ph. doctorate in Engineering at the Universidad Panamericana, Guadalajara campus, from which she graduated with honors. honorable mention.
During her training, she did a research stay at the Centro Universitario de Ciencias Exactas e Ingeniería of the University of Guadalajara, thus strengthening his expertise in quantitative methods and optimization.
His doctoral thesis was recognized with the second place as Best Doctoral Thesis by the Mexican Society of Operations Research in 2021, proof of his academic rigor and his ability to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in his field.D. thesis, proof of his academic rigor and his ability to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in his field.
Currently, she is a professor at the Faculty of Engineering at the Panamericana University, Guadalajara campus, where she is also head of the Mathematics Academy and Academic Coordinator of the Operations Management Specialty.where she also serves as head of the Mathematics Academy and Academic Coordinator of the Operations Management Specialty. Her leadership in these areas has been fundamental in promoting the formation of highly qualified professionals.
His academic and professional career reflects an exceptional commitment to research and engineering excellence, excelling in several key areas:
- D. in Engineering UP, with honorable mention in 2021.
- She has published 22 scientific articles and has co-authored three books.
- Specialist in Inventory Theory, Supplier Selection, Metaheuristic Algorithms and Optimization.
- Member of the SNII, level I and has participated as a reviewer of specialized engineering journals.
Dr. Avelina Alejo Reyes continues to be a reference in research and academia, inspiring future generations of engineers with her dedication and transformative vision. a reference in research and academia, inspiring future generations of engineers with her dedication and transformative vision.
Claudia Nallely Sánchez Gómez: Leadership in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
The Claudia Nallely Sánchez Gómez, Ph. is a researcher and academic in the field of Data Science y Artificial Intelligencewhose career combines academic excellence academic excellence, technological innovation and a deep commitment to scientific dissemination.. He has led cutting-edge projects in:
- Machine learning and computer vision.
- Optimization models and evolutionary algorithms.
- Technology transfer, with registrations in INDAutor and IMPI.
She is an Engineer in Computer Systems from the Autonomous University of Aguascalientes. Her passion for research led her to obtain a Master's degree in Science with a specialization in Computer Science and Industrial Mathematics at the Center for Research in Mathematics (CIMAT), and later a Ph.D. in Data Science from the INFOTEC Research Center.
His doctoral thesis was recognized with the second place at the Best Doctoral Thesis Award given by the Mexican Society of Artificial Intelligence in 2020..
Since 2014, Dr. Sánchez Gómez has been a member of the Faculty of Engineering at the Universidad Panamericana, Aguascalientes campus, where she has held key roles as head of the Computing Academywhere she has held key roles as head of the Computing Academy and, currently, as a tenured research professor B and Research Secretary.
Her commitment to science outreach has led her to organize events and spaces such as the scientific café Waters with Sciencepromoting interest in technology from an early age. Her impact on research positions her as one of the leaders in the field of artificial intelligence in Mexico.
He has publications in journals indexed in Scopus, such as Evolutionary Computation, Foods y Applied Sciencesamong others. As a member of SNII level C, his work continues to drive significant advances in the field of technology and research.
Dr. Claudia Nallely Sánchez Gómez is an example of dedication, innovation and leadership. an example of dedication, innovation and leadershipShe is an example of dedication, innovation and leadership, inspiring future generations through her academic, scientific and outreach work.
Example for the UP community
These outstanding women from Universidad Panamericana are a clear example of how passion, talent and dedication can transform the world of science and technology; therefore, we celebrate their invaluable work and reaffirm our commitment to continue promoting female participation in STEM areas.
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