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Research Interests
The research output encompasses a multidisciplinary investigation into contemporary communication dynamics, with a primary focus on the intersection of digital media, political discourse, and social transparency. A significant portion of the work examines how digital platforms and new media strategies influence political campaigns, electoral debates, and public perception, particularly within the Latin American context. This includes analyzing the role of social networks in shaping political branding and the effectiveness of communication strategies in diverse cultural and indigenous settings.
Parallel to political communication, the research explores the critical role of transparency and access to public information. Through rigorous methodological frameworks, the studies evaluate municipal web portals and corporate accountability, highlighting the gap between legal requirements and actual practices in sectors such as mining and public administration, especially during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the work delves into the sociology of advertising and media, investigating how visual narratives, subliminal messaging, and body-positive movements impact consumer behavior and social imaginaries. Finally, the research contributes to the field of communication studies by developing pedagogical and methodological tools for academic research, emphasizing the importance of information ecology, discourse analysis, and the ethical responsibilities of journalists and media organizations in increasingly complex and adversarial environments.
Key Topics:
- Political communication and digital strategy
- Transparency and access to public information
- Communication research methodology
- Sociology of advertising and consumer behavior
- Journalistic ethics and media discourse
- International relations and constructivist theory
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 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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International Interdisciplinary Congress of Social Sciences (CIICIS – 2026)
Carrion Galarza, D. F. (Col), Unda Lara, C. R. (Col), Ramirez Soasti, M. D. C. (Col), Alvarez Torres, C. R. (Col), Plaza Trujillo, M. E. (Col), Andrade Martinez, C. M. (Col), Rodas Soto, B. I. (Col), Guarderas Albuja, M. D. L. P. (Col), Uribe Taborda, S. F. (Col), Sanchez Montoya, R. M. (Col), Medranda Morales, N. J. (PI), Aguiar Mariño, N. L. (Col), Falceri, L. (Col), Robles Bykbaev, Z. Y. (Col), Garces Velasquez, L. F. (Col), Torres Toukoumidis, A. L. (Col), Castillo Astudillo, L. M. (Col), Rosero Ortega, R. C. (Col), Escobar Tiban, H. A. (Col), Moreno Andrade, R. E. (Col), Vasquez Astudillo, S. A. (Student), Ramon Pauta, R. E. (Student), Gomez Cadena, I. Y. (Student), Melo Pozo, N. E. (Student), Castellanos Cordova, M. S. (Student), Rivera Rengel, D. (External), Suing Ruiz, A. R. (External), Chavero, P. (External), Escandón, P. (External) & Isabel Ramos, I. R. (External)
1/12/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Keys to Communication Research
Aguiar Mariño, N. L. (PI)
1/02/23 → 1/02/24
Project: Research and Development
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Transparency in Public Information on Extractive Industries in Ecuador (Phase 3)
Ramirez Soasti, M. D. C. (Col), Sanchez Montoya, R. M. (Col), Medranda Morales, N. J. (PI), Aguiar Mariño, N. L. (Col), Steudt, W.-R. (Student) & Cardenas Ortiz, E. N. (Student)
5/03/20 → 5/03/21
Project: Research and Development
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Transparency in Public Information on Extractive Industries in Ecuador (Phase 2)
Ramirez Soasti, M. D. C. (Col), Sanchez Montoya, R. M. (Col), Medranda Morales, N. J. (PI), Aguiar Mariño, N. L. (Col), Steudt, W.-R. (Student), Tahmasebi Dominguez, A. H. (Student) & Granada Quizhpe, K. S. (Student)
24/03/19 → 24/03/20
Project: Research and Development
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Transparency in Public Information on Chinese Extractive Industries in Ecuador (Phase 1)
Ramirez Soasti, M. D. C. (Col), Sanchez Montoya, R. M. (Col), Medranda Morales, N. J. (PI), Aguiar Mariño, N. L. (Col), Castelo Ortiz, P. A. (Student), Crespo Venegas, J. M. (Student), Lizarzaburo Palomino, R. G. (Student) & Steudt, W.-R. (Student)
28/02/18 → 30/12/18
Project: Research and Development
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Video Games and the Creation of Virtual Communities: A Case Study of Mortal Kombat on Reddit
Aguiar Mariño, N., Urdanigo, J. & Sánchez Montoya, R., 2026, Communication and Applied Technologies - Proceedings of ICOMTA 2025. López-López, P. C., Vernier, M., Freundt-Thurne, Ú. & Ibáñez, D. B. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 216-225 10 p. (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies; vol. 458 SIST).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Content Analysis of Communication Strategies in Team ‘Patrón Mejía’: Effectiveness And Message Study
Aguiar Mariño, N. L., Constante Campaña, B. I. & Ruiz Vinueza, M. A., 22 Oct 2025.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Media Strategies in the 2023 Sectional Elections of Otavalo, Ecuador
Mariño, N. A. & Cushcagua, J. S. M., 27 Jan 2025, In: Journal of Posthumanism. 5, 1, p. 815-827 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Periodistas Mujeres Amenazadas en Ecuador: Retos y Resiliencia
Tirira Chulde, N. D., Apolo Gomez, D. P. & Aguiar Mariño, N. L., 19 Jun 2025, Amenazados. El futuro del periodismo en América Latina. Editorial Universitaria Abya-Yala, p. 171-195 25 p.Translated title of the contribution :Women Journalists Threatened in Ecuador: Challenges and Resilience Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Subliminal Messages in Chanel’s No. 5 Perfume 2024 Campaign
Aguiar Mariño, N. L. & Rodriguez Burgos, M. D., 20 Oct 2025.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper