This year the awards ceremony took place in Cuenca, as part of the 11th edition of TICEC.
Under the theme "The Path to Magictook place on October 19th CEDIA . This event once again recognized the outstanding work of our members, researchers, and collaborators.
With this annual award, CEDIA recognizes and promotes a culture of science, innovation, and academic development in Ecuador. This year's ceremony took place in Cuenca, during the 11th edition of TICEC, and was attended by university presidents, researchers, technology directors, and public officials.
The CEDIA Awards 2023 consisted of 12 categories, each with one winner:
Best use of University benefits: University of Cuenca.
Best use of benefits Institutes: Bolivarian Technological Institute.
Better use of benefits for schools: National Council of Salesian Education – CONESA.
Outstanding institution in the use of technology benefits: Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador.
Outstanding institution in the use of Academy benefits: Salesian Polytechnic University.
Outstanding institution in the use of innovation benefits: Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja.
Outstanding institution in the use of research benefits: Higher Polytechnic School of the Coast.
Best researcher: Andrés Robalino, National Polytechnic School.
Ambassador CEDIA: Galo Nina, European Union.
Performance CEDIA: Gabriela Cáceres.
Novice Performance CEDIA: Jorge Bermeo.
Featured Area: Communications and Marketing.
The CEDIA Awards have become the most prestigious award in science, technology, and innovation. Through this event, CEDIA recognizes and supports the dedicated work of the entire academic community that is transforming academia in the country.