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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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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water
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Profiles
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Characterization of secondary metabolites in Bacillus spp. strains using qualitative and quantitative assays
Acurio Vasconez, R. D. (Col), Mendez Silva, G. I. (PI), Montenegro Cadena, M. J. (Student), Valarezo Gomez, N. M. (Student), Flores Moreta, G. D. (Student) & Suarez Naranjo, J. E. (Student)
1/12/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Integrated Characterization of Soil Microbiome and Physico-Edaphic Properties Using Metataxonomy and Applied Geophysics in Diversified Agricultural Systems
Chiluisa Utreras, V. P. (Col), Vaca Suquillo, I. D. L. A. (Col), Acurio Vasconez, R. D. (PI), Meneses Morillo, J. G. (Col), Mendez Silva, G. I. (Col), Cevallos Amagua, D. A. (Student), Garofalo Cepeda, M. S. (Student), Guerrero Vasquez, E. N. (Student), Betancourt Mediavilla, C. B. (Student), Rivera Paredes, E. I. (Student), Paredes Chiquiza, X. A. (Student), Masaquiza Chango, C. E. (Student), Naranjo Lopez, C. M. (Student), Jacome Intriago, K. O. (Student), Roman Luzuriaga, L. A. (Student), Santana Vargas, V. M. (Student) & Robles Recalde, M. A. (Student)
28/10/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Influence of Nanoparticles on Biomass Yield and Secondary Metabolites in Plant Species under In Vitro and Ex Vitro Culture
Chiluisa Utreras, V. P. (Col), Vaca Suquillo, I. D. L. A. (PI), Acurio Vasconez, R. D. (Col), Chicaiza Guanotasig, J. W. (Student), Tayupanta Chingay, J. I. (Student), Gualotuña Pallo, D. A. (Student), Escudero Vilema, L. L. (Assistant), Bombon Mariño, E. J. (Student), Silva Agurto, C. L. (Student), Cevallos Chicaiza, P. M. (Student) & Baldeon Rios, D. G. (Student)
28/10/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
Research output
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Camera Trapping for Biodiversity Conservation and Environmental Communication in the Ecuadorian Amazon
Bernal Suárez, J. D., Ortiz Jaramillo, D. & Román, L., Jan 2026, In: Prisma Social. 2026-January, 52, p. 542-559 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Functional Evaluation, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Antibiofilm, and Haemolytic Capacity of Calathea lutea (Bijao) and Calathea inocephala (Shutupipanga) Leaves
Coyago Cruz, E., Mayorga Ramos, A., Méndez, G., Alpusig Guanoluisa, L., Rivera Rueda, F., Zúñiga Miranda, J., Barba Ostria, C. & Heredia Moya, J., Mar 2026, In: Antioxidants. 15, 3, 274.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Prediction of the Higher Heating Value of Microalgal Biomass Using Artificial Neural Networks
Acurio, R., Buyancela, S., Freire, D., Coyago, E. & Rosario, D., 2026, Emerging Research in Intelligent Systems - Proceedings of the ESPE CIT 2025 Volume 1. Olmedo Cifuentes, G. F., Lara Padilla, H. V. & Arcos Avilés, D. G. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 568-580 13 p. (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems; vol. 1879 LNNS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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)
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)
9/04/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media