The María Cano University Foundation continues to consolidate its leadership in research training and curriculum internationalization, following the outstanding participation of its faculty members in the call for the creation of the Delfín Program Researchers Directory 2026, one of the most recognized initiatives in Latin America for the mobility and training of young researchers.

In this call, the Institution achieved the inclusion of 35 active faculty researchers, who will participate as academic advisors in the 31st Summer of Scientific and Technological Research, a space that promotes knowledge exchange and the development of intercultural competencies among students and researchers from national and international universities.

Participation with a focus on health and social impact:
Institutional participation demonstrates a strong commitment to scientific development in the field of health. 97.2% of the participating faculty members belong to the Faculty of Health Sciences, led by the Physical Therapy program, followed by Speech Therapy, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, and Nutrition and Dietetics. Likewise, the participation of the Business Administration program stands out, reflecting the Institution’s interest in strengthening interdisciplinary research.

Regarding campus distribution, Medellín recorded the highest representation, followed by Popayán, Cali, and Neiva, highlighting the coordinated work among the different regions where the Institution is present.

Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals:
The projects proposed by faculty members show significant alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, which accounts for 82.9% of the proposals. This result reaffirms the coherence between institutional research, social responsibility, and contributions to improving the quality of life of communities.

Opportunities for the training of new researchers:
As part of their participation in the program, faculty members will offer placements for national and international students interested in undertaking research stays. In this process, 82.9% of professors will supervise students in face-to-face modality, while 17.1% will do so virtually, expanding access to research training experiences and strengthening students’ scientific vocation.

A contribution to strengthening the institutional scientific culture:
The results achieved reflect Fundación Universitaria María Cano’s commitment to knowledge generation and transfer, as well as to the training of human talent with critical, ethical, and innovative thinking. Participation in the Delfín Program also represents an opportunity to strengthen academic networks, promote inter-institutional cooperation, and project the social impact of institutional research.

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