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Large cities, major risks: Valparaíso

Large cities, major risks: Valparaíso

The silhouette of Chile is one of the most recognizable on the world map. This elongated and narrow country, nestled between the Andes mountain range and the Pacific Ocean, is a true maritime balcony. Valparaíso, one of its most iconic cities, reflects both its beauty...

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Biomimetics: nature as a teacher of civil engineering

Biomimetics: nature as a teacher of civil engineering

Every form, nexus, and movement in nature serves a purpose. In its apparent chaos, it hides the secret of its survival. Biomimetics, a science that draws inspiration from flora and fauna, allows us to find efficient responses in civil engineering, addressing the...

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Extreme solar phenomena: how do they impact Earth?

Extreme solar phenomena: how do they impact Earth?

The Sun, the energy engine of our planetary system, provides us with light and heat, but also generates intense phenomena that directly impact life on Earth. Studying these events is crucial, as they can pose a risk to power grids and satellites, interrupting both...

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Large cities, major risks: Valparaíso

Large cities, major risks: Valparaíso

The silhouette of Chile is one of the most recognizable on the world map. This elongated and narrow country, nestled between the Andes mountain range and the Pacific Ocean, is a true maritime balcony. Valparaíso, one of its most iconic cities, reflects both its beauty...

read more
Biomimetics: nature as a teacher of civil engineering

Biomimetics: nature as a teacher of civil engineering

Every form, nexus, and movement in nature serves a purpose. In its apparent chaos, it hides the secret of its survival. Biomimetics, a science that draws inspiration from flora and fauna, allows us to find efficient responses in civil engineering, addressing the...

read more