Personal profile
Research Interests
The body of work synthesizes how emerging mobility technologies interact with urban planning, governance, and measurement practices to shape sustainable cities. The studies apply systematic literature review methods to assess backcasting for autonomous vehicles, revealing a structured process with visioning, policy packaging, and appraisal that informs urban visions, restrictive access policies, and a shift toward transit-oriented development and public transportation. Complementary empirical work in Ecuador investigates driver behavior through a culturally adapted driving questionnaire, identifying demographic and behavioral factors linked to crash risk and underscoring the role of policy and regulation in fostering safety. A regional case study on electric bicycles at a university campus demonstrates the potential of e-mobility to overcome student mobility challenges, using route testing and statistical analysis to show feasibility within local topography. Collectively, the research advances a cohesive narrative where technology-enabled mobility (AVs, e-bikes) is evaluated not only for operational feasibility but also for governance, equity, and environmental sustainability through rigorous measurement and policy-oriented framing.
Expertise related to 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. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
- 3 Finished
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Evaluation of alternative systems for mobility in the city of Cuenca
Espinoza Molina, F. E. (Col), Vazquez Salazar, J. S. (PI), Mendez Torres, P. W. (Col), Garcia Tobar, M. O. (Col), Riera Arce, C. M. (Student), Ortega Rodas, J. A. (Student) & Timbe Ullauri, W. A. (Student)
28/01/21 → 2/12/23
Project: Research and Development
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Characterization of the vehicle fleet through the application of Machine Learning architectures to determine the effects on the society of the Cuenca canton
Rivera Campoverde, N. D. (Col), Montero Salgado, J. P. (PI), Vazquez Salazar, J. S. (Col), Aguilar Romero, A. Y. (Student), Garate Montalvo, D. A. (Student), Contreras Urgiles, R. W. (Col), Bermeo Naula, A. K. (Student), Morocho Guaman, J. E. (Student), Vacacela Romero, J. H. (Student), Bautista Zeas, J. E. (Student), Reinoso Mejia, L. E. (Student), Fernandez Auquilla, E. P. (Student), Chuva Buele, J. H. (Student), Morocho Valdez, E. O. (Student), Carchi Ramon, P. V. (Student), Maldonado Saquisare, R. O. (Student), Neira Vivanco, E. M. (Student), Barrera Lazo, A. A. (Student) & Nieves Merchan, C. A. (Student)
19/07/18 → 3/06/22
Project: Research and Development
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Green Mobility
Espinoza Molina, F. E. (Col), Vazquez Salazar, J. S. (Col), Urgiles Contreras, D. R. (Col), Fierro Jimenez, P. R. (PI), Garcia Tobar, M. O. (Col), Contreras Urgiles, R. W. (Col), Siguenza Reinoso, A. X. (PI), Calle Salinas, M. R. (Student), Guiracocha Cajamarca, A. G. (Student), Abril Mogrovejo, J. S. (Student) & Valdiviezo Velez, A. D. (Student)
26/05/16 → 30/07/21
Project: Research and Development
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An Integrated Approach to the Spanish Driving Behavior Questionnaire (SDBQ) in the City of Cuenca, Ecuador
Espinoza-Molina, F. E., Ortega, M., Sandoval Escobar, K. E. & Vazquez Salazar, J. S., 7 Jun 2024, In: Sustainability. 16, 12, p. 1-16 16 p., 4885.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Assessing the Performance of Electric Bicycles for Active Commuting in Higher Education: A Case Study of the UPS Cuenca Campus
Arcentales, J., Vázquez, J. & Valladolid, J. D., 2024, Systems, Smart Technologies and Innovation for Society - Proceedings of CITIS 2023. Salgado-Guerrero, J. P., Vega-Carrillo, H. R., García-Fernández, G. & Robles-Bykbaev, V. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 56-66 11 p. (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems; vol. 871 LNNS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Backcasting Analysis of Autonomous Vehicle Implementation: A Systematic Review
Espinoza-Molina, F. E., Valladolid, J. D., Bautista, P. B., Quinde, E., Villa Uvidia, R., Vazquez Salazar, J. S. & Miranda, G. J. A., Sep 2024, In: World Electric Vehicle Journal. 15, 9, 393.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Algoritmo de predicción del consumo de combustible para mezcla de etanol anhídrido en ciudades de altura
Translated title of the contribution :Prediction algorithm of fuel consumption for anhydrous ethanol mixture in high-altitude cities Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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