Call for Speakers
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, mastery of data science has emerged as a strategic advantage for organizations aiming to sustain their competitiveness and drive innovation. The DATAFRONTIERS Congress serves as a platform for thoughtful dialogue on the critical role of data science across diverse fields of knowledge, bringing together academia and the tech industry. It fosters networking, research opportunities, and business development.
Participating in DataFrontiers is essential for those seeking not only to stay informed but to lead the transformation in a data-driven world. This congress delves into the latest trends and advancements in data science, with a particular focus on:
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Big Data and Advanced Analytics
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
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Digital Transformation and Business Optimization
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Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
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Finance and Smart Banking
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Health and Biotechnology
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Retail and E-commerce
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Agriculture and Environment
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Mobility, Logistics, and Smart Cities
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Education
IMPORTANT:
Part of the value of the proposal lies in its innovation and novelty. Therefore, it is essential that it be original and not previously presented in any instance prior to DATAFRONTIERS 2026
First Call for Speakers
Start Date: October 16th, 2025
End Date: December 31st, 2025
About our congress
Sponsorship Opportunities
In an environment of constant technological evolution, mastering data science has become a strategic advantage for organizations seeking to maintain their competitiveness and innovation. Participating in DATAFRONTIERS 2026, Data Science Congress & Exhibition is essential for those who not only want to stay up to date but also lead change in an increasingly data-driven world.
At this congress, we will delve into the latest trends in generative artificial intelligence, deep learning, advanced predictive modeling, big data analytics, and data ethics—technologies that are redefining entire industries.
Being part of DATAFRONTIERS 2026 as a sponsor opens up a world of possibilities through networking, business opportunities, and research, enabling companies to connect with key players in the data science ecosystem and amplify their impact in crucial sectors such as finance, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, and digital marketing.
How do you benefit from being part of DATAFRONTIERS 2025?
Connect with Decision-Makers: Gain access to a highly specialized audience of leaders and professionals with decision-making power and influence in the adoption of new technologies within their companies and industries.
Present Your Solutions to Companies Seeking Innovation: Engage with organizations that are constantly looking for innovative tools to enhance the efficiency and profitability of their businesses, positioning yourself as their strategic partner in digital transformation.
Reach High-Demand Clients in AI, Big Data, and Cybersecurity: Showcase your technology and services to a highly qualified audience interested in solutions for Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Data Security—key areas for decision-making in the digital era.
Boost Your Brand in the Data Science Ecosystem: Establish your company as a leading player in the Data Science industry by participating in strategic discussions, showcasing your products, and creating business opportunities with companies looking to integrate data science into their operations.
Confirmed
Speakers 2026
Meet the speakers of Datafrontiers 2026. National and international experts from various fields of data science will join us to share their knowledge, research, and applied experiences in areas such as artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, big data, data visualization, digital ethics, and more. A unique space to connect, learn, and envision the future of data science from Concepción to the world.
KEYNOTE SPEAAKER
Rui Loureiro
Professor of Surgical & Rehabilitation Engineering at UCL, London, UK where he leads the Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Science and the Aspire Centre for Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology. Recently he has been appointed Research Director of the new NHS-led National Rehabilitation Centre. He specialises in advanced human interactive systems for surgery and rehabilitation. He has pioneered work in stroke rehabilitation, traumatic brain, spine and nerve injuries, bionics, movement disorders and neuropathic pain, and has a wealth of experience with both the design of rehabilitation technologies and the translation of such aids to clinical practice.
Position / Role
Sebastián Rodríguez
Sebastián is a consultant specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Data, and Advanced Analytics, with over 25 years of experience leading innovative projects. A lecturer at various institutions across Latin America, he has collaborated with companies like IBM and Microsoft. His work stands out for integrating advanced technology with an ethical and responsible approach to create a positive impact within organizations.
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Call for papers
2nd Call for Papers
Start Date: March 11th, 2025
End Date: June 30th, 2025
The academic committee of the 1st International Congress DataFrontiers 2025, organized by the Department of Electronics and Informatics of Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María, Concepción campus, invites researchers to submit their work (abstracts) in the form of papers or talks.
DataFrontiers serves as a platform to reflect on the significance of Data Science across various domains of knowledge where academia and the tech industry converge, fostering networking, research opportunities, and business development.
The areas of interest cover all fields of Data Science, with a special focus on applications in:
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Big Data and Advanced Analytics
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
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Digital Transformation and Business Optimization
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Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
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Finance and Smart Banking
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Health and Biotechnology
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Retail and E-commerce
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Agriculture and Environment
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Mobility, Logistics, and Smart Cities
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Education
MPORTANT:
Part of the value of the proposal lies in its innovation and novelty. Therefore, it is essential that it be original and not previously presented in any instance prior to DATAFRONTIERS 2025
Below, you will find the downloadable documents, including the call for papers and the submission template:
Committee
Dr. Jose Luis Carrasco
Congress Chair
Researcher, academic, entrepreneur, and science communicator. Doctor in Education, Master's in Educational Informatics and Knowledge Management, and Civil Computer Engineer. He currently works as an academic in the Department of Electronics and Informatics at the Concepción campus of the Federico Santa María Technical University. In addition, he is part of the DANAIR research group in the same department, where he leads the Educational Informatics and Emerging Technologies line. He is also a collaborating professor in the Doctoral Program in Artificial Intelligence (CRUCH Biobío-Ñuble).
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Dr. Rhoddy Viveros-Muñoz
Scientific Committee Chair
Rhoddy Viveros-Muñoz is an Electrical Engineer with a Dr.-Ing. degree from RWTH Aachen University. He specializes in acoustic virtual reality and machine learning applications in hearing. He has conducted postdoctoral research at Cardiff University, UK, and Universidad Austral de Chile, focusing on applying machine learning to audiological solutions. His research areas include artificial neural networks, speech perception in noise, auditory cognition, and the brain mechanisms involved in speech perception in complex environments. Currently, he works as an Academic at Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María, Concepción, and is a member of the teaching staff of the PhD program in Artificial Intelligence in the Biobío region.
Dr. Cristian Lara
Executive Committee Chair
Cristian Lara Valenzuela is a Civil Engineer in Computer Science and holds a Master's degree in Educational Computing and Knowledge Management. He currently serves as the Director of the Department of Electronics and Computer Science. at UniversidadTécnica Federico Santa María, Concepción, Chile.
Scientific Committee
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Dr. Jorge Portilla
Scientific Committee
Jorge Portilla is an Engineer and holds a PhD in Electronic Engineering. His research area lies at the intersection of disciplines related to machine learning, image processing, high-performance computing, and optical sensors, among other sub-disciplines associated with computing and electronics. In recent years, he has been involved in multiple projects focused on the development of specialized computational systems for intelligent fault detection, diagnosis, and monitoring in applications related to electrical machines, combustion, and energy.
He is currently an academic at the Department of Electronic and Informatic Engineering at the Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María, Concepción, Chile. He also serves as a professor in the Doctoral Program in Artificial Intelligence carried out in consortium by the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities of Biobío-Ñuble.
Dr. Javier Maldonado
Scientific Committee
Computer Engineer from Universidad Nacional Experimental del Táchira (UNET), Venezuela, in 2005. He earned a Master in Computer Science from the Universidad de los Andes (ULA) in Mérida, Venezuela, in 2012. He is Doctor in Computer Engineering at USM in 2023. His research focuses on evolutionary computing, machine learning applications in detection and classification of cyber attacks, combinatorial optimization, and service infrastructure.
Areas of expertise include operating systems, computer networks, IT service infrastructure, cybersecurity, evolutionary computing, and machine learning.
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Dra. Carla E. Contreras Saavedra
Scientific Committee
Spanish Language Teacher and Speech-Language Pathologist, graduated from the University of Concepción, she earned her doctorate at the Institute of Experimental Cognitive Psychology at RWTH Aachen University (Germany). She currently works as a researcher and lecturer at the Faculty of Dentistry and Rehabilitation Sciences for the School of Speech-Language Pathology at Universidad San Sebastián. She is recognized as an interdisciplinary researcher committed to generating decentralized and innovative knowledge. Her work focuses on the application of cutting-edge technologies and digital transformation in rehabilitation sciences and communication studies.