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Organization profile
Organization profile
The mission of the Biotechnology Research Group Applied to Natural Resources (BIOARN) is to promote research through advanced techniques such as molecular isolation and identification, in vitro tissue culture and plant breeding of species in Ecuador. Its vision focuses on establishing a professional and ethical model that integrates ancestral knowledge and natural wealth, promoting the active participation of students and teachers in innovative projects. Furthermore, the group is committed to revaluing natural resources through biotechnological research that addresses the improvement of crops, the discovery of new drugs and the conservation of the environment, always seeking a harmonious balance between science and nature.
Research lines:
- Biodiversity and genetic resources
- Health
- Bioremediation
- Biological pest control
Coordinator:
Acurio Vasconez Ramiro Daniel ([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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Profiles
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Bioinformatic Study of Microbial Genes and Genomes Associated with Exposure to Environmental Drugs
Coyago Cruz, E. D. R. (Col), Mendez Silva, G. I. (PI), Cachipuendo Vega, D. L. (Student), Torres Calderon, E. A. (Student), Aguilar Llanos, E. D. (Student), Rodriguez Carapaz, K. L. (Student), Tulcanaz Montesdoca, J. K. (Student), Amores Sandoval, S. C. (Student), Romero Tiglla, G. E. (Student), Ortega Mazón, D. R. (Student), Criollo Apolo, M. J. (Student) & Usinia Carranza, J. M. (Student)
1/08/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Metabolomic, Antioxidant, and Antimicrobial Profile of Edible Species and their Derivatives at Different Stages of Maturity for the Development of New Products
Cerna Cevallos, M. F. (Col), Coyago Cruz, E. D. R. (PI), Mendez Silva, G. I. (Col), Velez Vite, S. G. (Student), Moya Coyago, M. X. (Student), Tinajero Cedeño, E. G. (Assistant), Tufiño Tufiño, G. E. (Student), Rodriguez Muñoz, F. J. (Student), Diaz Cadena, T. C. (Student), Alomoto Quinaucho, M. A. (Student), Torres Caceres, K. A. (Student), Cumbal Pulupa, F. E. (Student), Gonzalez Palacios, D. C. (Student), Jaramillo Martinez, P. C. (Student), Yanque Chuchuca, L. S. (Student), Altamirano Freire, K. E. (Student), Ochoa Ocampo, M. A. (Student), Arcentales Valladares, S. D. (Student), Saltos Estrella, C. V. (Student), Arcos Davila, J. M. (Student), Regalado Velasquez, P. I. (Student), Peralvo Raza, B. A. (Student), Hidalgo Davila, A. M. (Student), Recillo Dicado, M. S. (Student), Zambrano Ordoñez, J. I. (Student), Alpusig Guanoluisa, L. S. (Student), Parra Calva, L. M. (Student), Soledispa Chorlango, J. L. (Student), Masabanda Ochoa, M. G. (Student), Tigasi Toapanta, D. C. (Student), Viracucha Guzman, N. C. (Student), Albaracin Serrano, M. J. (Student), Heredia Moya, J. H. (CoI), Segovia Salcedo, M. C. (CoI), Miño Castro, G. M. (CoI), Proaño Tuma, K. I. (CoI) & Vilcacnundo Chamorro, R. D. (CoI)
27/06/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Activity of Vaccinium Floribundum (Mortiño) Extract from the Province of Cotopaxi, in Urinary Tract Infections – Phase IV
Maldonado Rodriguez, M. E. (PI), Meneses Morillo, J. G. (Col), Ayala Cadena, A. D. (Student) & Vasquez Canchig, D. M. (Student)
12/04/24 → …
Project: Research and Development
Research output
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Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antitumor, and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Gleichenella pectinata, a Bioprospecting of Medicinal Ferns
Coyago-Cruz, E., Gonzalez-Pastor, R., Méndez, G., Moya-Coyago, M., Puente-Pineda, J. A., Zúñiga-Miranda, J., Cerna, M. & Heredia-Moya, J., Nov 2025, In: Antioxidants. 14, 11, 1354.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Bioactive Compounds, Antioxidant, and Antimicrobial Activity of Seeds and Mucilage of Non-Traditional Cocoas
Coyago-Cruz, E., Salazar, I., Guachamin, A., Alomoto, M., Cerna, M., Mendez, G., Heredia-Moya, J. & Vera, E., 28 Feb 2025, In: Antioxidants. 14, 3, 299.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access6 Scopus citations -
Bioactive Compounds, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and Anticancerogenic Activity in Lacmellea edulis H. Karst., at Different Stages of Maturity
Coyago-Cruz, E., Zúñiga-Miranda, J., Méndez, G., Alomoto, M., Vélez-Vite, S., Barba-Ostria, C., Gonzalez-Pastor, R. & Heredia-Moya, J., Oct 2025, In: Antioxidants. 14, 10, 1232.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access
Press/Media
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Research on Food Research Detailed by Researchers at Polytechnic University (Dynamics of Bioactive Compounds and Their Relationship with Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity in the Pulp, Peel, and Seeds of 'Salak' During Ripening)
12/11/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Polytechnic University Researchers Publish New Study Findings on Biological Factors (Functional, Antioxidant, and Antimicrobial Profile of Medicinal Leaves from the Amazon)
Mendez Silva, G. I. & Cerna Cevallos, M. F.
9/09/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Polytechnic University Researchers Reveal New Findings on Diet and Nutrition (Bioactive Compounds, Antioxidant, and Antimicrobial Activity of Seeds and Mucilage of Non-Traditional Cocoas)
Mendez Silva, G. I. & Cerna Cevallos, M. F.
9/04/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media