Scientific Research Institute (IDIC)

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ABOUT

About

Founded in 1999, the Scientific Research Institute (IDIC) drives Universidad de Lima’s scientific output. It develops research policies based on initiatives from the various schools, particularly by organizing them around defined research lines. Committed to knowledge generation, IDIC champions projects that foster collaboration, promote internationalization, and create value for society.

Mission
Vision

To position research as a central pillar of academic life at Universidad de Lima and, through strategic approaches to management, outreach, and training, to produce high-impact, sustainable research recognized by both national and international academic communities.

To position Universidad de Lima's research as a national and international benchmark by contributing to Peru's development and fostering strong partnerships with universities, research centers, and academic networks around the world.

THEMATIC CATEGORIES, RESEARCH LINES, AND SUBLINES

THEMATIC CATEGORIES, RESEARCH LINES, AND SUBLINES

Universidad de Lima organizes its research around thematic categories, lines, and sublines designed to drive forward its strategic vision:

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1. INNOVATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
2. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENT
3. SOCIETY AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR
4. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMY

Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Computing

Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Computer Vision
Autonomous Systems and Robotics

Digital Transformation

Emerging Technologies
Cybersecurity and Privacy
Internet of Things (IoT)
Quantum Computing
Virtual Design and Construction

Human Digital Experience

Human-Computer Interaction
Virtual and Augmented Reality
Adaptive Interface Design

Sustainability and Climate Change

Renewable Energies
Circular Economy
Sustainable Resource Management
Climate Change Adaptation

Smart and Sustainable Cities

Sustainable Urbanism
Urban Mobility
Sustainable Infrastructure
Smart Resource Management

Technology and Ecosystems

Clean Technologies
Biodiversity and Conservation
Waste Management
Advanced Materials

Human Development and Well-being

Mental Health and Well-being
Education, Cognitive and Socio-Emotional Development
Social Behavior
Women, Culture, and Society
Poverty and Informality

Communication and Digital Culture

Digital Media and Society
Intercultural Communication
Transmedia Storytelling
Digital Behavior

Ethics, Governance, and Social Responsibility

Ethics and Governance
Social Responsibility
Human Rights and Technology

Business Innovation

Digital Business Models
Technological Entrepreneurship
Innovation Management
Organizational Transformation

Digital Economy

Fintech and Financial Services
Global Markets
Economic Data Analysis
Platform Economy

Knowledge Management

Intellectual Capital Management
Organizational Learning
Knowledge Transfer
Business Intelligence

OUR TEAM

OUR TEAM

RESEARCHERS

RESEARCHERS

CALLS FOR APPLICATIONS

CALLS FOR APPLICATIONS

Interested in research? Take a look at our current calls for applications:

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1. SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH COMPETITION
2. ULIMA RESEARCH PROFESSOR
3. IDEALAB PATENT CHALLENGE
4. RESEARCHER INTEGRATION PROGRAM
5. START YOUR RESEARCH JOURNEY AT IDIC
6. COMPETITIVE RESEARCH FUNDS
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH COMPETITION – 2025

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH COMPETITION – 2025

Important
All proposals must be submitted through CRIS Ulima. Please review the guide and video tutorial beforehand.

This competition fuels innovation and impact by funding research projects for up to one year. Faculty members and students from any department are welcome to apply with projects aligned to our research lines.

Objectives
Schedule
Information
Results
  • Support bold and creative research proposals that generate impact both nationally and internationally.
  • Build strong, collaborative research teams that go beyond borders.
  • Develop the next generation of Ulima researchers.
  • Disseminate research findings through top-tier journals, patents, and leading academic publishers.
  • Empower students with meaningful research experiences through pre-professional and professional internships.
Call for ApplicationsOctober 10 – November 25, 2024
First Info Session (On Campus)

October 25, 2024
13:00 hours

Sign up here.

Second Info Session (Online)

November 8, 2024
18:00 hours

Join virtually here.

Inquiries to the IDIC Project Evaluation CommitteeOctober 14 – November 16, 2024
Proposal SubmissionOctober 9 – December 4, 2024
Results AnnouncementLast week of January 2025

To view the results, click here.

HOW TO BECOME A RESEARCH PROFESSOR AT ULIMA

HOW TO BECOME A RESEARCH PROFESSOR AT ULIMA

The Research Professor status supports academic research by enabling faculty members from all schools at Universidad de Lima to dedicate time to the development of a research project. Eligibility requires Renacyt registration and an approved research proposal for 2025.

Objectives
Schedule
Information
Results
  • Recognize and reward Ulima faculty members engaged in research by granting them Research Professor status.
  • Identify and support dedicated researchers focused on advancing Ulima key research areas.
  • Empower Research Professors to lead and shape the Ulima research initiatives.
Call for ApplicationsOctober 10, 2024
First Info Session (Online)

October 18, 2024
18:00 hours

Sign up here.

Second Info Session (Online)

November 15, 2024
18:00 hours

Sign up here.

Application DeadlineDecember 4, 2024
Results AnnouncementLast week of January 2025

General Information

Application
To apply, click here.

Information
idic@ulima.edu.pe

To view the results, click here.

CONCURSO IDEALAB PATENT CHALLENGE 2024

CONCURSO IDEALAB PATENT CHALLENGE 2024

The Scientific Research Institute of Universidad de Lima (IDIC) invites students, faculty, and staff to take part in the Idealab Patent Challenge 2024.

Objective

To promote innovation and protect intellectual property as a foundation for addressing real-world academic and societal challenges.

Project Team
Categories
Schedule
Information
Results

Project teams may include the following members of our university community:

  • Professors or teaching assistants (project leads)
  • Undergraduate students
  • Graduate students
  • Administrative staff

Each team must include at least one professor as the project lead and either an enrolled student or an administrative staff member.

  • Innovator: This category supports innovation projects that may lead to a patentable product eligible for registration as a utility model. Projects may still be in the prototype phase.
  • Inventor: This category is for innovation projects that may lead to a patentable product eligible for registration as an invention patent. Projects must already have a functional prototype. Eligible innovations include methods, production or manufacturing systems, and general systems or processes.
Call for Proposals and Project SubmissionOctober 10 – November 11, 2024
Info Session (Online)

October 24, 2024
18:00 hours

Sign up here.

Project Evaluation and SelectionNovember 12–17, 2024
Results AnnouncementNovember 18, 2024

To view the results, click here.

RESEARCHER INTEGRATION PROGRAM

BOOSTING ULIMA RESEARCH AREAS AND LINES

RESEARCHER INTEGRATION PROGRAM

Our Researcher Integration Program invites postdoctoral and senior researchers from top 1,000 QS-ranked universities to join and collaborate on cutting-edge research at Universidad de Lima. Applicants must have publications in Scopus or WoS-indexed journals.

General Objective

To promote the involvement of postdoctoral and senior researchers in IDIC research activities to strengthen Ulima research areas and lines of inquiry.

Audience and Modalities
Schedule
Information
Results

Target Audience
Postdoctoral and senior researchers from top 1,000 QS-ranked universities worldwide, working on topics that align with Ulima research priorities.

Participation Modalities

  • Postdoctoral Researcher
  • Senior Researcher
Call for ApplicationsOctober 22, 2024
Info Session

November 6, 2024 – 13:00 hours

Sign up here.

Application DeadlineDecember 6, 2024
Results AnnouncementDecember 20, 2024

General Information

Required Documents per Project

Information
idic@ulima.edu.pe

To view the results, click here.

PRE-PROFESSIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS

PRE-PROFESSIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS

Are you a student or recent graduate from Universidad de Lima? Join the IDIC research team as a pre-professional or professional intern. Choose the area that inspires you most and grow your skills while collaborating on faculty-led research projects.

Explore Your Options:

COMPETITIVE RESEARCH FUNDS

COMPETITIVE RESEARCH FUNDS

At Universidad de Lima, we believe that research drives transformation. Through the IDIC, we invite you to apply for competitive national and international funding opportunities that support scientific and technological research with real-world impact. These funds aim to promote innovation and competitiveness through inclusive and sustainable initiatives that foster strategic partnerships and strengthen collaboration with public and private universities, research centers, and networks.

The IDIC Project Manager offers support and technical guidance throughout the entire project cycle to help secure funding from cooperation agencies.

Below are the most recent calls for proposals:

RESEARCH

RESEARCH

Explore how Universidad de Lima supports impactful research—learn more about the projects we fund and lead toward real-world results.

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1. FAIR Multimodal Dataset for Stress Detection in Cognitive Tasks
2. Fighting Disinformation with Education
3. Drone-Based Thermal Imaging for Smart Irrigation

This project aims to develop a multimodal dataset aligned with the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) to support the creation of algorithms for automatic stress detection during cognitive tasks. The two-day experimental protocol involves collecting diverse signals, including electrodermal activity, EEG, salivary cortisol, and validated psychological assessments for subjective stress evaluation.

Lead Researcher: Franci Suni

Disinformation is an increasingly pressing social issue, particularly during electoral periods, as it weakens citizens' ability to make informed decisions, undermines public deliberation, diminishes institutional legitimacy and social trust, and deepens polarization. This mixed-methods study evaluates the short- and medium-term impact of an educational intervention aimed at countering disinformation among university students in two regions of Peru. The research also offers recommendations to improve future interventions.

Lead Researcher: Julio César Mateus

Urban growth and climate change pose major challenges to sustainable water management, particularly in desert climates such as Lima’s. This study explores the use of thermal cameras mounted on UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles or drones) to enhance irrigation efficiency in the urban gardens and green spaces of Universidad de Lima. The main objective is to leverage thermal imaging data to optimize irrigation patterns based on actual plant needs, thereby promoting more efficient water use.

Lead Researcher: Ana Luna

CATALOGS

CATALOGS

This section features catalogs of selected research projects conducted at Universidad de Lima.

ETHICS AND INTEGRITY

ETHICS AND INTEGRITY

The Scientific Research Institute (IDIC) promotes adherence to standards of responsible research conduct, fostering a culture of scientific ethics and integrity. As an institution, we ensure that all stages of the research process—including publication—follow best practices. We provide guidelines for assessing the suitability of scientific publications and recommend reviewing them before submitting a manuscript. To view the document, click here.

Additionally, we offer guidance to the Ulima community on signing agreements with publishers and scientific journals. To view the document, click here.

PATENTS

PATENTS

Patent production is essential for innovation and effective technology transfer. By protecting inventions, patents enable their practical application in key sectors such as energy and technology. They also help attract talent and promote valuable collaborations with industry. This process drives impactful advances that benefit society and the global economy, strengthening the University’s position as a leader in research and development.

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1. INVENTION PATENTS
2. UTILITY MODEL PATENTS
INVENTION PATENTS

INVENTION PATENTS

An invention patent is an exclusive right granted to an individual or organization for an original discovery or creation. It protects the invention from unauthorized use or reproduction. This right is granted for a limited period and gives the patent holder control over the commercialization and use of the invention within a defined territory. Patents may apply to a broad range of innovations—from technological devices to industrial processes—and are essential for fostering creativity and competitiveness. They ensure that inventors can benefit from their original ideas. Universidad de Lima currently holds nine invention patents.

UTILITY MODEL PATENTS

UTILITY MODEL PATENTS

A utility model patent protects a functional improvement or innovation to an existing product that enhances its efficiency or practicality. Unlike invention patents, utility model patents are granted for incremental yet valuable changes. This type of patent allows the inventor to retain exclusive rights to their enhancement for a limited period, promoting ongoing innovation in fields such as technology and industry. Universidad de Lima currently holds nineteen utility model patents.

RESOURCES FOR RESEARCHERS

RESOURCES FOR RESEARCHERS

Explore the tools, training, and guidance you need to conduct high-impact research. With support from the Ulima Library and IDIC, you're never working alone. Check out our current training opportunities below.

TRAININGS
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1. PATENTS TRAINING

PATENTS TRAINING

This training focuses on promoting and protecting the knowledge created by our researchers, increasing patent numbers, and emphasizing the University's role in innovative development and intellectual property protection.

INFRASTRUCTURE

INFRASTRUCTURE

Discover how research led by the Scientific Research Institute (IDIC) comes to life in the laboratories and workshops of Universidad de Lima.

For more information, click here.

RESEARCH GROUPS

RESEARCH GROUPS

The Scientific Research Institute has several research groups—teams dedicated to specific topics aligned with the Ulima research lines.

To learn more, visit our CRIS platform. If you are interested in joining a group or forming a new one, please contact Professors José Rosales Trabuco (jerosale@ulima.edu.pe) or Marcelo Pimentel (ppimente@ulima.edu.pe).

RESOURCES

RESOURCES

Access Ulima publications and institutional repository to explore research conducted by our academic community.

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1. INSTITUTIONAL REPOSITORY
2. ULIMA JOURNAL PORTAL
3. PUBLISHING FUND
4. CRIS ULIMA
INSTITUTIONAL REPOSITORY

INSTITUTIONAL REPOSITORY

This repository serves as a platform to preserve and disseminate the scientific, academic, intellectual, and cultural output of the Ulima community. It also hosts scientific and technical documents resulting from interinstitutional agreements. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to support national development by using digital tools that promote the dissemination of and access to knowledge.

ULIMA JOURNAL PORTAL

ULIMA JOURNAL PORTAL

An academic, open-access electronic repository that organizes, preserves, disseminates, and promotes the intellectual output published in the Ulima journals at an international scale. The collection features research and outreach articles focused on humanities, science, and technology.

PUBLISHING FUND

PUBLISHING FUND

The Ulima Publishing Fund promotes faculty research and award-winning academic work. Its goal is to engage a broader audience by disseminating ideas and knowledge from the diverse disciplines taught at the University.

CRIS ULIMA

CRIS ULIMA

This platform highlights the work of Ulima researchers, including their projects, results, and participation in research groups. It serves as a bridge for academic engagement and collaboration at both national and international levels.

RESEARCH INTERNATIONALIZATION

RESEARCH INTERNATIONALIZATION

As part of its commitment to international collaboration, the IDIC facilitates research visits, internships, and the integration of postdoctoral and senior researchers to enrich Ulima research ecosystem. In 2024, we welcomed scholars from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA); the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); the Universidade de Brasília (UnB); and the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). These visits facilitated knowledge exchange and the development of joint research projects.

IDIC NEWSLETTER

IDIC NEWSLETTER

Each month, the IDIC newsletters bring you the latest news on research and researchers at Universidad de Lima.

NEWS AND INTERVIEWS

NEWS AND INTERVIEWS

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