
DEPARTMENT
Life and Agricultural Sciences
- Areas of Knowledge
Agricultural Sciences
It trains professionals in the management and development of agricultural production systems with a sustainable approach and food sovereignty. It covers the integral study of plants and soil through subjects such as Botany, Edaphology, Phytopathology and Irrigation, ensuring an efficient and environmentally friendly production.
Coodinator: Ing. Tania Crisanto Perrazo, MSc.
Livestock Sciences
It focuses on the management of sustainable and innovative animal production systems. It integrates knowledge in nutrition, reproduction and health for livestock, poultry and aquaculture species, seeking to optimize the agro-industrial chain and guarantee food safety with an ethical approach.
Coordinator: Eng. Patricia Falconi Salas, Mgtr.
Life Sciences
Multidisciplinary axis that encompasses Medicine, Agriculture and Biotechnology. It is oriented to the training of researchers capable of transferring technology applied to health and the environment, through the study of Genetics, Bioinformatics, Immunology and Nanoscience to solve complex problems of the profession.
Coodinator: Ing. Andrea Valeria Ochoa T., Ph.D.
Biological and related sciences
It is dedicated to the in-depth study of living beings, their molecular processes and their interaction with the environment. Through Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Synthetic Biology, it prepares students for technological innovation in the fields of health and food production.
Coodinator: Lcda. María Emilia Medina, Ph.D.
Technological and Engineering Sciences
It encompasses the development of technical solutions and industrial processes for the areas of Biotechnology and Agriculture. It specializes in the design of experiments, transport phenomena, unit operations and industrial biotechnology, promoting scientific innovation and technological development in the country.
Coordinator: Eng. Rafael Vargas Verdesoto, Mgtr.
- Program
- mrarce@espe.edu.ecMAPLE CARRIEL MARCELO RAUL MASTER'S DEGREE IN SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE; AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER
- MARCILLO PARRA VERÓNICA ELIZABETH MASTER'S DEGREE IN FOOD SCIENCES; CHEMICAL ENGINEER
- MARTIN SOLANO SARAH DIPLOMA IN SPECIALIZED STUDIES IN NATURAL SCIENCES FOR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES SPECIALIZATION: ZOOLOGY (MASTER'S)
- memedina@espe.edu.ecMEDINA COOK PHD IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES; BACHELOR OF BIOLOGY
- ramihai@espe.edu.ecMIHAI RALUCA ALEXANDRA PH.D. IN THE FIELD OF BIOLOGY
- NARANJO PUENTE BLANCA FABIOLA MASTER'S DEGREE IN FOOD PROCESSING; PHD IN CHEMISTRY
- Laboratories
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AGROBIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

AGROBIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Descripción
The Agrobiotechnology Laboratory is an academic space aimed at the practical training of students in Life Sciences techniques, such as microbiology, cytology, molecular biology and plant tissue culture. It strengthens the development of technical and scientific skills, reinforcing theoretical knowledge about biotechnological processes applied to agriculture through laboratory procedures and practices that include the application of techniques in plant biotechnology, molecular analysis and biotechnological applications of microorganisms. Its objective is to contribute to the improvement of plant and animal species, the optimization of biological and agricultural processes, and the sustainability of natural resources.
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Animal Biotechnology Laboratory
Descripción
Laboratory specialized in biotechnology applied to animal health. It develops and optimizes molecular and serological techniques for the diagnosis of infectious and parasitic diseases in domestic, production and wild animals. She researches ecology, epidemiology and pathogen-host-vector interactions with a One Health approach. It provides support to teaching, research and linkage, training students in curricular integration projects and pre-professional practices. It fosters national and international interdisciplinary collaboration.
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AQUACULTURE LABORATORY
Descripción
The Aquaculture Laboratory (LAC) of the ESPE is an academic and scientific space aimed at strengthening teaching, research and linkage in the aquaculture area. It has infrastructure, cultivation systems and specialized equipment that allow the development of practices and projects focused on reproduction, nutrition, water quality, health and management of aquatic organisms. In addition, it promotes technological innovation and the sustainable use of hydrobiological resources, contributing to the comprehensive training of students and professionals committed to the development of the aquaculture sector.
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Biosafety Risk Laboratory 2 (BLS2+)
Descripción
Biosafety Laboratory level BSL2+ specialized in microbiological diagnosis of dangerous pathogens, bacterial resistance and zoonoses. It provides academic support to postgraduate degrees in Life Sciences, Security and Defense, as well as to master's and doctoral students from universities with an agreement. It carries out isolation, identification and typing of highly dangerous agents, and antibiotic resistance studies. It seeks to lay the foundations for an innovative master's degree in animal health, zoonoses, food safety and biosecurity.
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News

16 Apr 2026
Visit of the Rector of Peru
In the #ESPEU we received the official visit of Colonel E. P. Manuel Augusto Inocente Espinoza, Defense and Military Attaché to the Embassy of…
16 Apr 2026
HCU Name
Today we honor the memory, the trajectory and the legacy that build our institutional history. In a solemn act, Crnl. Mauricio González, rector of…
15 Apr 2026
University Fair
ESPEU participated in the university fair, held at the Manuela Cañizares School, a space that brought together more than 800 students interested in learning…
14 Apr 2026
National Development Event
Professor Mgs. Hernán Antonio Moreano of the Department of Security and Defense, represented the University of the Armed Forces – ESPE in the international…
13 Apr 2026
Operations Forum
This academic and strategic space brought together national and international specialists with the aim of strengthening the multi-domain capabilities of the Armed Forces, through…

































