About Universidad de los Andes

Dr. Adolfo León Caicedo serves as Associate Professor at the University of the Andes, specializing in 20th century Latin American literature. After earning his Ph.D. in Literature from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), he has focused his research on Mexican poetry, narrative, and essay writing, as well as Colombian short stories and Latin American essays. His expertise spans multiple genres and national literatures within the Latin American context, with particular emphasis on literary analysis and critical theory. Through his Coursera course "Literatura Latinoamericana del Siglo XX," he helps students understand the complexities and richness of Latin American literary traditions. His teaching approach combines historical context with detailed textual analysis, making complex literary works accessible to students while maintaining scholarly rigor. His work contributes significantly to the understanding and appreciation of Latin American literary heritage.

Dr. Alejandro Sanz de Santamaría serves as Full Professor at the University of the Andes, where he combines expertise in economics with a deep commitment to educational reform. After earning his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Massachusetts, he has dedicated his career to transforming educational practices. His research focuses on improving institutionalized education, particularly emphasizing the formative aspects of learning beyond mere academic performance. His influential work challenges conventional knowledge production in university curricula, arguing that true understanding comes from participation rather than theory alone

Specialist in Vascular Medicine from the University of Antioquia, Master in Anticoagulant Treatment from the Catholic University of Murcia in Spain, Fellow of the ACP, Internist from the Universidad del Bosque, Physician from the Universidad de la Sabana in Bogotá, Member of the ACP, Colombian Association of Vascular Medicine, Clath Group, principal investigator of the RIETE registry, Colombian Association of Internal Medicine. She currently works at the Fundación Santafé University Hospital in Bogotá, where she is the director of the Clinical Care Center for Venous Thromboembolic Disease. Head of the Vascular Diseases Clinic, Anticoagulation Clinic and Arterial Hypertension and Cardiovascular Risk Clinic, Section of general outpatient internal medicine and is a clinical professor at the Universidad de los Andes and the Universidad El Bosque.

Dr. Ana María Velásquez serves as Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of the Andes, where she specializes in educational psychology and citizenship development. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Human Development Psychology from Concordia University, a Master's in Education, and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Universidad de los Andes. Her research focuses on classroom social climate and its impact on children's social development, particularly in the context of civic competencies development. Through her Coursera courses "Constructores de Paz" and "Formadores de Ciudadanía," she shares expertise in promoting peaceful coexistence and citizenship education in school settings. Her significant contributions include work on the "Aulas en Paz" Program and research on school victimization factors. As compiler of "Citizen Competencies: From Standards to the Classroom," she has helped shape understanding of citizenship education implementation. Her work combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, focusing on developing social and emotional competencies in educational contexts.

Dr. Andrea Junguito serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Humanities and Literature at the University of the Andes, where she has been a tenured faculty member since 2004. After earning her Ph.D. in Spanish and Latin American Literature from Duke University, she has focused her research on the intersections between literature, economics, and geography. Her expertise spans multiple areas including 19th and 20th-century Latin American literature, contemporary North American literature, travel literature, literary theory, and cultural and postcolonial studies. Through her Coursera courses, she shares her knowledge of Latin American literature and cultural analysis, emphasizing inter-artistic relations and the complex connections between literary works and their socio-economic contexts. Her interdisciplinary approach combines traditional literary analysis with insights from economics and geography, offering students a comprehensive understanding of literary works within their broader cultural and social contexts.

Dr. Andrea Herrera Suescún serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Systems and Computing Engineering at the University of the Andes. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. from the University of Auckland (New Zealand) and both bachelor's and master's degrees in Systems and Computer Engineering from Universidad de los Andes. Her professional experience includes significant work at Colombia's Central Bank, where she specialized in ICT business continuity. Her research focuses on ICT resilience, supply chain management, and the role of technology in fostering collective learning within complex global economic environments. Through her Coursera course "Programación en Python," she teaches fundamental programming concepts while implementing innovative learning and evaluation strategies. Her expertise spans information systems management, ICT resilience, and supply chain optimization, with particular emphasis on developing reliable and resilient technological solutions for organizations. Her work combines academic research with practical applications, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical implementation of ICT solutions.

Dr. Andrés Guerrero Alvarado serves as Professor in the Strategy area at the School of Management, Universidad de los Andes, where he previously directed the Entrepreneurship Center (2019-2022). His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Strategy from Tulane University, two master's degrees (Environmental Economics from University of Maryland and Management from Tulane), and an Economics degree from Universidad de los Andes. His expertise spans entrepreneurship, impact investment, and environmental economics, with over 15 years of experience in socio-environmental entrepreneurship through programs like New Ventures and Bid Network. As a serial entrepreneur in tourism and financial services, he brings practical experience to his academic work. Through his Coursera courses "Mi nueva empresa: los siguientes pasos" and "¿Cómo financiar mi empresa?" he helps entrepreneurs understand business development and financing strategies. His impact extends to policy through work with Colombia's Ministry of Environment and various international organizations, while serving on boards including the National Impact Investing Board of GSG for Colombia and the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs – Andean Chapter

Dr. Andrés Ernesto Guhl Corpas serves as Associate Professor in the Department of History and Geography at the University of the Andes. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Florida, a Master's in Geography from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a Civil Engineering degree from Universidad de los Andes. His research focuses on landscape transformation, environmental development, and the relationship between production and consumption across different geographical locations. His most cited work includes research on coffee cultivation and landscape change in Colombia, with his book "Café y cambio de paisaje en Colombia, 1970-2005" receiving significant academic attention

Andrés Felipe Melani De La Hoz serves as Instructor Professor in the Department of Systems and Computing Engineering at the University of the Andes. His academic credentials include an MSc in Business Information Technologies (2019) and a degree in Systems and Computing Engineering (2015), both from Universidad de los Andes. Since 2019, he has been a key member of the programming courses coordination team, contributing to curriculum development and innovative teaching methodologies. His achievement in co-creating a Coursera MOOC that ranked among the top 20 best MOOCs of 2017 (out of 2,000 courses) demonstrates his excellence in online education. His research interests include software development, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, as evidenced by his work with the IMAGINE-Computación Visual research group. Through his Coursera course "Programación con Python," he helps students master fundamental programming concepts while implementing innovative learning strategies

Dr. Andrés Mejía serves as Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of the Andes, combining expertise in educational philosophy with critical pedagogy. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Hull, and both bachelor's and master's degrees in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de los Andes. As a board member of the International Network of Philosophers of Education (INPE) and founding member of the Latin American Association of Philosophy of Education (ALFE), he shapes educational philosophy discourse across Latin America

Dr. Andrés Páez serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy and researcher at the Center for Research and Formation in AI (CinfonIA) at the University of the Andes. Since 2002, he has directed the Research Group on Logic, Epistemology and Philosophy of Science (Philogica) and coordinates the Latin American Network of Legal Epistemology. His research focuses on two main areas: legal epistemology and philosophy of artificial intelligence. In legal epistemology, his work examines the epistemological challenges of testimonial, expert, and reputational evidence, as well as standards of proof and the effects of cognitive biases on judicial decisions. In AI philosophy, he studies human-AI interaction, particularly factors that enhance understanding of AI systems and build trust in their decisions. Through his Coursera course "Filosofía de la Inteligencia Artificial," he helps students understand the philosophical implications and challenges of AI development. His teaching combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, focusing on making complex philosophical concepts accessible to students while maintaining academic rigor.

Dr. Anne-Marie Truscott de Mejía served as Professor at the University of the Andes' Faculty of Education for 13 years until 2018, where she directed both the Doctoral Program in Education and the Research Group "Education for Bilingualism and Multilingualism." Her Ph.D. in Linguistics with focus on Bilingual Education from Lancaster University established her as a leading expert in bilingual education. Her research interests span bilingual classroom interaction, bilingual curriculum development, language education policy, and bilingual teacher training. Her significant publications include "Forging multilingual spaces" (2008) and "Empowering teachers across cultures" (2011) with Christine Hélot, and "Bilinguismo no contexto colombiano" (2011) with Alexis López and Beatriz Peña Dix. Through her Coursera course "Compreender as dimensões interculturais na vida cotidiana," she helps students understand intercultural dimensions in daily life. Her work has significantly influenced bilingual education policy and practice across Latin America, particularly in Colombia, where she has contributed to understanding bilingualism in majority language contexts.

Astrid Bernal serves as Instructor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of the Andes, specializing in Probability, Statistics, and Decision Analysis. Her academic credentials include a Master's in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de los Andes and an Industrial Engineering degree from Universidad Industrial de Santander. As Coordinator of the Master's Degree in Analytical Intelligence for Decision Making, she shapes the next generation of analytics professionals. Her expertise spans both academic and practical applications, having participated in numerous consulting and training projects on Decision Analysis and Risk Assessment for both public and private sector organizations. Through her Coursera course "Análisis de Decisiones y Riesgos," she helps students master decision analysis techniques and risk assessment methodologies. Her teaching approach combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, preparing students for real-world decision-making challenges while maintaining high academic standards.

Dr. Bart van Hoof serves as Full Professor at the School of Management, Universidad de los Andes, where he directs the Sustainability area. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Industrial Ecology from Erasmus University Rotterdam and a Master's in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de los Andes. His leadership extends to directing significant sustainability initiatives, including the Sustainable Business Program (RedES) in multiple Colombian regions and the Sustainable Agroindustrial Model (MAS). His professional experience includes serving as Environmental Performance Director at Ecopetrol (2016-2017) and consulting for various public institutions across Latin America. Through his Coursera courses "Herramientas de la Economía Circular" and "Los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible para las empresas," he shares expertise in circular economy and sustainable development. His research focuses on environmental sustainability in emerging markets, particularly in supply chain management and industrial ecology. His work has significantly influenced sustainable production policies across Latin America, especially in Colombia's palm oil, flower, and sugar cane industries

Dr. Bernardo Gómez serves as Professor Emeritus in the Department of Physics at the University of the Andes, where he has been teaching since 1979. His academic credentials include a Diplom-Physiker (1975) and Dr. rer. nat. in Experimental Nuclear Physics (1978) from the University of Bonn, Germany. His distinguished research career spans major international collaborations, including work at DESY Hamburg (Crystal Ball Experiment, 1982), Fermilab (D0 Experiment, 1988-2006), and CERN (CMS Experiment, 2006-2015). His contributions to particle physics include participation in two landmark discoveries: the Top Quark (Fermilab, 1995) and the Higgs Boson (CERN, 2012). Through his Coursera course "Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I," he shares his extensive knowledge of physics fundamentals and discoveries. His teaching portfolio includes specialized courses in Subatomic Physics, Particle Accelerators, Particle Detectors, and Big Ideas in Physics, reflecting his commitment to physics education and research

Camilo Antonio Roncancio Camacho serves as Professor of Chair in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of the Andes. His academic credentials include a Master's in Industrial Engineering and a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de los Andes, complemented by a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. His expertise spans systems thinking, data analysis, and project management, with particular focus on leading multidisciplinary teams and developing strategic solutions to complex problems. Through his Coursera course "Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI," he helps students understand and apply systems thinking to address global challenges. His teaching approach combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing data visualization and strategic planning. His research interests include project organization, objective monitoring, and the application of systems thinking to solve complex organizational challenges.

Camilo Ernesto Hernandez has established himself as an expert in Latin American literature and visual culture at the University of the Andes, where he serves as Assistant Professor and Representative of the M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Literature. After earning his MA in American Literature from Indiana University and both his MA and Ph.D. in Latin American Literature and Culture from Princeton University, he has focused his research on 20th and 21st-century Latin American literature and visual culture. At Universidad de los Andes, ranked #179 in QS World University Rankings, he teaches courses including "Leer a Macondo: la obra de Gabriel García Márquez," sharing his expertise in Latin American literary studies. His work contributes to the university's strong research output and academic excellence in humanities and literature.

Dr. Carlos Daniel Rodríguez Ariza serves as Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine at the University of the Andes and the Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá. His academic credentials include a Medical Degree from Universidad El Bosque and a specialization in Internal Medicine from Universidad El Bosque and Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá. Currently pursuing advanced training as a resident in Adult Cardiology at Universidad El Bosque, he maintains active institutional memberships in both the Department of Internal Medicine and the Department of Critical Medicine and Intensive Care at Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá. As a Full Member of the Colombian Association of Internal Medicine (ACMI), he contributes to advancing medical practice in Colombia. Through his Coursera course "Profundización y actualización en Enfermedad Cardiovascular," he shares expertise in cardiovascular disease management and prevention. His research interests include cardiovascular risk assessment and management, particularly in Latin American populations, as evidenced by his co-authorship of publications in prestigious journals