Sagrario Lobato is a medical doctor who graduated from the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla with a specialization and master’s degree in Social Medicine from the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Unidad Xochimilco. She later earned a Doctorate in Science from the Centro de Estudios "Justo Sierra" in Sinaloa, Mexico. Her academic training has been further enriched through research stays at Brock University and the EPIGEN International Laboratory. Her academic achievements have been widely recognized. She earned the university merit medal on two consecutive occasions from the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana. In 2022, she was honored with the "State Merit Award for STEM" in both the postgraduate student and academic categories, awarded by the Congress of the State of Puebla and the Ministry of Public Education. In 2024, she received the "Women Researcher Award" at the International Research Data Analysis Excellence Awards. She is the author, co-author, and coordinator of books, book chapters, and scientific and popular articles published in indexed journals. Additionally, she reviews scientific articles. Her research focuses on public health, environmental health, and the social determinants of health. She has lectured at undergraduate and graduate levels in health-related fields and currently heads the Health Research Department of the Health Services of the State of Puebla, Mexico.
Dr. Claudia Magaly Espinosa Mendez.
- PhD in Physical Activity and Sports Research Sciences from San Angel University.
- Master's degree in Sports Physiotherapy from the University of the Valley of Mexico and the European University of Madrid.
- Degree in Physiotherapy from the Meritorious Autonomous University of Puebla.
- Specialist in public health and the administration of health institutions.
- Associate degree in manual therapy.
- Associate degree in health coaching.
- Full-time professor/researcher at the Meritorious University Autonomous of Puebla, Mexico.
- Coordinator of International Management and Academic Mobility of the Faculty of Physical Culture BUAP.
- Coordinator of research groups in the Faculty of Physical Culture.
- Co-founder of the health center 2BFit and Healthy, created to promote health through physical activity.
- Mexico’s IAPESGW representative.
- Member of the National System of Researchers SNII-1.
- Member of the VIEP-BUAP Research Padron about health science knowledge.
- Mentor of the research group on Indigenous peoples, their physical, mental, and cultural well-being throughout life.
- Author of various articles, books, and book chapters.
- Speaker at different national and international congresses.
Dr. Herrera-Moreno is a Full Research Professor at the Department of Environment at the Interdisciplinary Center for Regional Integral Development (CIIDIR) Sinaloa Unit of the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN). She holds an Aquaculture Engineering degree from the Higher School of Aquaculture in Navojoa and a PhD in Applied Sciences for the Use of Natural Resources from the Justo Sierra Study Center. She has actively contributed to various environmental research networks throughout her career, including the IPN Environment Network and the CONACYT Network for Protected Natural Areas. Her research interests are bioremediation, environmental education, sustainable development, and the integrated management of solid waste and hazardous materials. Notable projects she has directed include the metagenomic characterization of heavy metal-tolerant microorganisms for bioremediation and the study of pesticides in marine organisms. She has published several papers in scientific journals, such as the Bulletin of Marine Science and Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. She has also been a critical contributor to human-resource training, supervising undergraduate and master's theses and serving on various academic committees. Her professional experience includes leadership roles in the local government of Guasave and heading the Graduate Department at CIIDIR Sinaloa. As the head of the bioremediation laboratory, she leads impactful research to advance environmental sustainability.
Graduate in Biology with an emphasis in Experimental Biology from the Faculty of Biology of the Autonomous University of Sinaloa. PhD in Applied Sciences for the Use of Natural Resources from CEJUS, Surutato, Sinaloa. Work at the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN) in the CIIDIR Sinaloa unit. Research lines: ecotoxicology and endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Facundo Comba-Marco-del-Pont is the Secretary of Research and Graduate Studies at the Faculty of Physical Culture at the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP). He holds a bachelor's degree in Physical Culture, a master's in University Teaching, and a PhD in Educational Sciences. As a researcher, he has contributed significantly to the sports field, with a focus on swimming, authoring numerous articles and books on the subject. Dr. Comba-Marco-del-Pont is a recognized researcher in the National System of Researchers. His work spans various aspects of physical education, sports science, and educational methodologies. He is committed to advancing research in sports and promoting the integration of academic knowledge with practical applications for physical education and sports development. In addition to his academic and research activities, Dr. Comba-Marco-del-Pont is an active speaker and has been invited to share his expertise at various conferences. His work is documented in multiple academic identifiers, such as RINGGOLD (3972), ISNI, and other research platforms, contributing to the development of sports science both in Mexico and internationally.
Dr. Montesano began her academic journey at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, earning a degree in Medicine. She later specialized in applied epidemiology at the Secretariat of Health and obtained a master’s degree in Quality Management in Local Public Administration. She also holds doctoral degrees in Public Health and Epidemiology. Throughout her career, she has held leadership positions in the Secretariat of Health, including heading the Department of Attention to Disasters and Epidemiological Emergencies and leading public health emergency strategies. She served as jurisdictional coordinator in Puebla, overseeing public health activities, and later became head of the Department of Health Services Regulation in Puebla, enhancing healthcare delivery in local communities. As an educator since 2009, she has taught various postgraduate programs, contributing to the training of public health professionals. She is an active member of scientific associations like the Society of Public Health of Mexico and the Mexican Association of Epidemiology and Nutrition Research. Her career has been marked by a commitment to improving health systems. She has led initiatives that enhance public health services in Mexico. She is the Undersecretary of Health, Zone B, in the Secretaría de Salud de Puebla. Her leadership and dedication make her an exemplary figure in the field.
PhD Claudia Mancilla Simbro holds a bachelor's degree in Biology from the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP), a master's degree in Clinical Biomedicine from the Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP), and a PhD in Applied Sciences for the Exploitation of Natural Resources from Centro de Estudios Justo Sierra (CEJUS) in Sinaloa, Mexico. She is a professor and researcher at the Institute of Physiology at BUAP, where she leads the HybridLab on Physiology and Molecular Biology of Excitable Cells. Dr. Mancilla Simbro is also a Candidate of the National System of Researchers (SNII) for 2023–2026. Her research focuses on the structure-function of neuronal sodium channels using in silico modeling and the inclusion of visually impaired individuals in omics data analysis. She develops bioinformatics tools to analyze DNA and protein sequences, making these resources accessible to people with visual disabilities. Additionally, her work on cone-rod dystrophy explores mutations in the RCBTB1 gene and investigates the genes and proteins involved in visual-system dysfunctions in humans and other mammals. Dr. Mancilla Simbro’s contributions to science go beyond traditional research, aiming to foster inclusivity in technology and make scientific advancements accessible to all.
