Dr. Diego Guffanti, UTE University, Ecuador
Dr. Diego Andrés Guffanti Martínez is an Ecuadorian researcher and professor specializing in robotics, machine learning, and biomechanical analysis. He holds a B.S. in Electronics, Automation and Control from the Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE (2014), an M.S. in Electromechanical Engineering (2017), and a Ph.D. in Automatics and Robotics (2021), both from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). Currently serving as a professor in the Mechatronics Engineering department at UTE University in Ecuador, he also directs the ROBOGAIT project—an advanced mobile robotic platform for human gait analysis. He has held postdoctoral and research positions at UPM’s Centre for Automation and Robotics (CAR-CSIC), contributing significantly to non-invasive robotic systems for medical diagnostics and rehabilitation. With multiple peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as Sensors, IEEE RA-L, and Robotics and Autonomous Systems, Dr. Guffanti’s work focuses on integrating 3D vision, mobile robotics, and supervised learning for real-world human movement analysis. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the journal Enfoque UTE and continues to drive innovation in human-centered robotic technologies.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Diego Andrés Guffanti Martínez
Dr. Diego Andrés Guffanti Martínez is a dynamic and impactful researcher in the fields of robotics, mechatronics, and biomechanical systems. His academic and professional trajectory is marked by a blend of innovative project leadership, international collaboration, and dedication to both research and education.
🎓 Education
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🧑🎓 B.S. in Electronics, Automation & Control
Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE, Ecuador (2008–2013)
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⚙️ M.S. in Electromechanical Engineering
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain (2016–2017)
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🤖 Ph.D. in Automatics and Robotics
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain (2018–2021)
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🧾 Certified SolidWorks CSWA
Quito, Ecuador (2025–Present)
💼 Work Experience
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🏫 Professor
UTE University, Mechatronics Engineering Dept., Ecuador (2022–Present)
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🔬 R2 Researcher (Postdoc)
Polytechnic University of Madrid (Mar 2022 – Oct 2022)
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🤖 Postgraduate Researcher
Polytechnic University of Madrid, ROMERIN project (Oct 2020 – Jun 2021)
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🎓 Professor
Equinoccial Technological University (2017–2018)
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🧮 Professor (Mathematics)
University of the Armed Forces – ESPE (2014–2016)
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🛠️ Designer
ALBAN Electrificaciones y Telecomunicaciones (2014)
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🧰 Automation Designer
SIELMEC – Automatización y Control (2013)
🏆 Achievements & Awards
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📚 Editor-in-Chief, Enfoque UTE Journal
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🤖 Director, ROBOGAIT UTE Project
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🎖️ Doctoral Fellowship
Instituto de Fomento al Talento Humano, SENESCYT (2018)
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🥇 Master’s Fellowship
Instituto de Fomento al Talento Humano, SENESCYT (2016–2017)
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🧠 Top of Graduating Class
Instituto Julio Moreno Espinosa, Mathematical Physicist (2008)
Publication Top Notes:
Comparison of Two System Identification Approaches for a Four-Wheel Differential Robot Based on Velocity Command Execution
Technological Advancements in Human Navigation for the Visually Impaired: A Systematic Review
A Comprehensive Review of Vision-Based Sensor Systems for Human Gait Analysis
Robotics‐driven gait analysis: Assessing Azure Kinect’s performance in in‐lab versus in‐corridor environments
Supervised learning for improving the accuracy of robot-mounted 3D camera applied to human gait analysis
RoboGait: sistema robótico no invasivo para el análisis de la marcha humana
Performance of a Mobile 3D Camera to Evaluate Simulated Pathological Gait in Practical Scenarios