Lenin Javier Ramirez Cando, Ph.D.
Professor Lenin holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Biotechnology Engineering (2012) from the Universidad Politécnica Salesiana. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Toxicological Risk Assessment and Control of Environmental Contaminants (2015) from the University of Pavia, Italy. Subsequently, he earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Management of Agricultural, Forestry, and Food Resources (2017) from the University of Florence, Italy. Currently, he serves as a Professor at Yachay Tech University in Urcuquí, Ecuador.
Experienced Environmental Consultant and Researcher with a strong academic background, adept at managing teams and administering budgets. Expertise encompasses inventory management, equipment operation, and meticulous documentation.
A highly qualified Research Coordinator with proven experience overseeing the successful implementation of research studies and managing all associated administrative functions. Possesses in-depth knowledge of agricultural sustainability and environmental engineering and is proficient in statistical software packages such as R and SPSS.
Offers six years of relevant experience and a strong desire to contribute to advancing research knowledge. Research profile includes: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of bioenergy crops, Risk assessment and management of environmental contaminants, experimental nanotoxicology, and successful project initiation and implementation at both academic and industrial levels.
Throughout her professional career, she has actively participated in research and development projects in the field of applied sciences to biological resources for both private companies and the public sector, with a focus on optimizing biotechnological processes to obtain high-value-added services and products.
Workshop
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The In silico design of multi-epitope vaccines Workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of computational approaches used in the design of multi-epitope vaccines. This workshop will be held on June 3, 2025, at the Computer Labs of the María Auxiliadora Campus, Salesian Polytechnic University, prior to the CITIS XI 2025 Congress.
Participants will learn about the latest advancements in using computational tools to identify and design immunogenic epitopes, predict vaccine efficacy, and evaluate potential adverse effects. This workshop is ideal for researchers, students, and industry professionals interested in vaccine development and computational biology.
Key topics to be covered include:
- Principles of epitope prediction
- Design of multi-epitope vaccines
- Computational tools for vaccine design
- Case studies and real-world applications
Workshop # 1: In silico design of multi-epitope vaccines
Lenin Javier Ramirez Cando, Ph.D.
Schedule: June 3, 09:30 to 13:30
Room: Computer Lab A1
Workshop #2: Sizing of Off-Grid and Grid Connected Photovoltaic Systems
Juan Carlos Lata, Ph.D.
Schedule: June 3, 14:00 to 18:00
Room: Computer Lab A2
Workshop #3: Decoding Images: Exploring classification techniques for bioimages and beyond
Hernan Andres Morales, Ph.D.
Schedule: June 3, 09:30 to 13:30
Room: Computer Lab A7
Workshop #4: Nanobodies: Small wonders for therapeutic, environmental and research applications
Serge Muyldermans, Ph.D. and Rosa Vega, M.Sc.
Schedule: June 3, 14:00 to 18:00
Room: Auditorium 1, 2nd Floor
Workshop #5: Multidisciplinary Evaluation of Energy Consumption in Alternative Propulsion Systems with Energy Accumulators
Jairo Darío Castillo, Ph.D.(c)
Schedule: June 3, 14:00 to 18:00
Room: Computer Lab A4
Workshop #6: Leveraging AI-Powered Chatbots for Educational Innovation
Julio Proaño Orellana, Ph.D. and Gustavo Navas Ruilova, Ph.D.
Schedule: June 3, 09:30 to 13:30
Room: Computer Lab A2
A participation fee of USD 40 applies to each workshop. Please consult the available schedules and consider the early payment discount, applicable until May 4, 2025.
