Organization profile
Organization profile
The Telecommunications and Telematics Research Group (GITEL) is dedicated to the generation and execution of research, development and innovation projects, establishing collaborations with public and private entities, as well as with universities at a national and international level, in order to position to the Salesian Polytechnic University as a prestigious institution in these fields. Its vision focuses on becoming an academic and scientific reference that offers significant technological advances for the region and the country, contributing to sustainable development. GITEL stands out for its capacity to carry out research and technology transfer activities in areas such as the design of telecommunications networks, telemedicine and home automation, among others, and its impact is evident in the dissemination of results in magazines and conferences, as well as in its commitment to projects that improve the quality of life of communities.
Research lines:
- Design and optimization of microwave antennas and sensors
- Design and optimization of telecommunications infrastructure
- Advanced communications networks
- Security in smart grids, SDN and VNF
- Telematics systems and applications in health, education, industry and society
- Artificial intelligence and data mining applied to telecommunications
Coordinator:
Inga Ortega Juan Paul ([email protected])
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 1 No Poverty -
SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Jack Fernando Bravo Torres
- Educational Innovation Group in Telecommunications and Telematics (GIE-T)
- Research Group in Telecommunications and Telematics (GITEL)
Person: Researcher, Research Group Coordinator
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Statistical-mathematical modeling for decision-making in science and technology
Guevara Segarra, M. F. (Col), Ordoñez Morales, E. F. (Col), Perez Torres, J. A. (PI), Flores Vazquez, M. E. (Col), Barceló Cerdá, S. (External), Figueroa Zúñiga, J. (External), Navarrete Campos, J. P. (External), Muñoz Gutiérrez, F. (External), Fenández López, R. (External) & Winkler Garrido, D. (External)
16/04/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Sustainable marketing strategies based on neurobehavioral consumption analysis to promote responsible environmental, social, and economic decisions
Guevara Segarra, M. F. (Col), Guerrero Vasquez, L. F. (Col), Guevara Segarra, M. G. (PI) & Castillo Serrano, J. F. (External)
10/03/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Mobile robot based on IoMT for intelligent assistance and monitoring of the elderly
Montesdeoca Contreras, J. C. (Col), Soto Sarango, A. F. (Col), Sagbay Sacaquirin, J. G. (PI), Rivera Calle, F. M. (Col), Llangari Sibri, J. D. (Student), Ramos Cuenca, J. S. (Student), Nieto Cardenas, R. (Student) & Lara Medina, D. F. (Student)
10/03/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
Research output
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3D Digital Twin-Driven LoRaWAN Gateway Placement Using Memetic Optimization and K-Coverage Network Health Metrics
Acurio Maldonado, S., Sacoto Cabrera, E. J., Meneses Torres, E., Huerta, M. K. & Ordóñez Morales, E., Apr 2026, In: Future Internet. 18, 4, 193.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Analysis of Stabilization Control in a Hexapod Robot: An Approach Utilizing MPU6050 and Kalman Filtering
Báez Sánchez, D., Montesdeoca, J., Ortega Cabrera, C., Orozco, W., Toibero, J. M. & Serpa-Andrade, L., 2026, Smart Technologies, Systems and Applications - 4th International Conference, SmartTech-IC 2024, Revised Selected Papers. Narváez, F. R., Villa, M. N. & Díaz, G. M. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 112-124 13 p. (Communications in Computer and Information Science; vol. 2393 CCIS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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CAN-Based Communication Interface for Industrial Servomotor Control in a Biomimetic Transhumeral Prosthesis
Ortega-Cabrera, C., Baez-Sanchez, D. J., Guerrero-Vásquez, L. F., Serpa-Andrade, L. J., Ordoñez-Ordoñez, J. O. & Chacón-Reino, N. A., 2026, Proceedings of the Future Technologies Conference, FTC 2025, Volume 4. Arai, K. (ed.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 466-475 10 p. (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems; vol. 1678 LNNS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
Open Access
Press/Media
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Data on Civil Engineering Described by Researchers at Polytechnic University (Connectivity-Oriented Optimization of Scalable Wireless Sensor Topologies for Urban Smart Water Metering)
Inga Ortega, J. P. & Inga Ortega, E. M.
7/11/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Studies from Salesian Polytechnic University in the Area of Electronics Reported (Design, Algorithms, and Applications of Microstrip Antennas for Image Acquisition: Systematic Review)
Guerrero Vasquez, L. F., Chasi Pesantez, P. A. & Ordoñez Ordoñez, J. O.
17/04/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Studies from Salesian Polytechnic University Add New Findings in the Area of Psychology and Psychiatry (Systematic Review of Technological Aids To Social Interaction In Autistic Spectrum Disorders From Transversal Perspectives: Psychology, ...)
Guerrero Vasquez, L. F., Robles Bykbaev, V. E., Jara Saltos, J. D. & Bravo Torres, J. F.
9/10/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media