About us

The Ecuadorian Corporation for the Development of Research and Academia CEDIA ) is the Ecuadorian National Research and Education Network (NREN). CEDIApromotes the exploration and results of innovative projects that connect Ecuadorian institutions. To this end, we connect researchers, faculty, and students through projects, competitions, and scientific development initiatives. In this way, a cycle of continuous growth is generated among academic institutions.

ABOUT US

We are a non-profit organization that promotes research, science, and academia in Ecuador. We facilitate collaboration and partnerships among stakeholders in the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) ecosystem through advanced infrastructure and innovative programs. We work to transform challenges into sustainable opportunities, strengthening knowledge capacities and fostering academic development at the national and international levels.

Connecting ideas, transforming societies

Mission

We promote innovation and sustainable development through collaboration and support in building an inclusive and accessible research ecosystem, uniting talents and resources to address the challenges of our society with creative and effective solutions.

Vision

Weaving an innovative collaborative network to turn global challenges into sustainable and transformative opportunities.

Values

Transparency

Our management is verifiable and available for review; we respond to the trust placed in us.

Efficiency

Every resource is our priority. We manage them all optimally and responsibly.

Human Talent

It is our most valuable resource. We have a highly qualified and creative team whom we nurture and continuously train.

Collaborative work

We firmly believe in networking, which we apply with our collaborators and member institutions. Mutual support allows us to achieve our goals.

Innovation

We create the future by pushing the boundaries of who we are and what we do, through cutting-edge infrastructure and deep knowledge.

Service

We focus our management on meeting the diverse requirements of our members, providing efficient solutions to their needs.

HISTORY

Our creation

The working meeting for the creation of a National Consortium for the Development of Advanced Internet (CEDIA) was held.

March 25, 2002

Officialization of our creation

In the presence of the Vice President of the Republic of Ecuador and the National Secretary of Science and Technology, CEDIA was officially created.

September 17, 2002

We are part of Red Clara

Ecuador, through CEDIA , was part of the Latin American Cooperation of Advanced Networks (CLARA Network).

June 9, 2003

Advanced Network Connection

CEDIAis connected, via a submarine cable, to the Santiago de Chile node of the CLARA Network, using a 10 Mbps connection

January 17, 2006

Connection optimization

The consortium has 155 Mbps in the Advanced Network for linking with the CLARA Network and 22 stm-1 of Commercial Internet capacity.

January 17, 2006

CEDIA grows

CEDIA reinforces its message and mission by transforming its graphic image into RED CEDIA, the National Research and Education Network of Ecuador.

June 7, 2015

Implementation of our network

CEDIA implements its own IP/MPLS network which is connected to the USA and through which Advanced Network and Commercial Internet traffic passes.

July 31, 2017

We are now a corporation

CEDIA is established as the Ecuadorian Corporation for the Development of Research and Academia.

July 31, 2017

We are now a corporation

2017

CEDIA is established as the Ecuadorian Corporation for the Development of Research and Academia.

Implementation of our network

2017

CEDIA implements its own IP/MPLS network which is connected to the USA and through which Advanced Network and Commercial Internet traffic passes.

The migration to this new network is both a challenge and a milestone for each of our members. This project marks the beginning of new capabilities to improve our connectivity services. Through this implementation, we are part of Bella-T, which complements RedCLARA's terrestrial infrastructure with multi-channel capacity, guaranteeing comprehensive coverage for the research and education communities of Latin America.

CEDIA grows

2015

CEDIA reinforces its message and mission by transforming its graphic image into RED CEDIA, the National Research and Education Network of Ecuador.

Not only generating new services for its more than 35 members, but also standing out internationally with recognition for its innovation and inclusion processes after the incorporation into the network of public and private institutions, such as: universities, polytechnic schools, research institutes, technological institutes and colleges.

Connection optimization

2006

The consortium has 155 Mbps in the Advanced Network for linking with the CLARA Network and 22 stm-1 of Commercial Internet capacity.

Advanced Network Connection

2006

CEDIAis connected, via a submarine cable, to the Santiago de Chile node of Red CLARA, using a 10 Mbps connection.

We are part of Red Clara

2003

Ecuador, through CEDIA , was part of the Latin American Cooperation of Advanced Networks (CLARA Network).

Officialization of creation

2002

In the presence of the Vice President of the Republic of Ecuador and the National Secretary of Science and Technology, CEDIA was officially created.

To certify the formation of the consortium at that time, the representatives of the following institutions signed: Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, Escuela Politécnica Nacional, Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral, Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas, Universidad Católica Santiago de Guayaquil, Universidad Nacional de Loja, Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja, Instituto Público de Investigación de Acuicultura y Pesca, Instituto Oceanográfico y Antártico de la Armada, as well as the legal representatives of SENACYT, CONATEL, and the Constitutional Vice Presidency of the Republic of Ecuador. CEDIA 's bylaws were approved by the Undersecretary of Education of Ecuador and officially registered on January 6, 2003.

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Our creation

2002

The working meeting for the creation of a National Consortium for the Development of Advanced Internet (CEDIA) was held

This session was attended by delegates from eight national higher education institutions, as well as representatives from advanced networks in Mexico (CUDI), Brazil (RNP), and the United States (Internet2). A letter outlining the intention to create the Consortium was signed at this meeting.

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