The Blas Cabrera Felipe Auditorium in the Physics and Mathematics Building of the University of La Laguna will host the event on January 30th and 31st. 10th Congress of Computer Engineering Students. This annual event, organized entirely by students, celebrates its tenth anniversary with the participation of over 200 registered students, a total of 18 presentations, and two panel discussions. The program includes talks on computer science applications in medicine, how to build a sign language translator using artificial intelligence, strategies for navigating the technological world, remote work, smart pointers, and post-quantum cryptography, among other topics. The panel discussions will address computer science applications in medicine today, Thursday, January 30, and the impact of artificial intelligence tomorrow, Friday, January 31.
One of the students who organized the event.
The opening ceremony held today was attended by several academic and professional authorities from the sector. Vicente Blanco, Vice-Rector for Digital Transformation at the University of La Laguna, emphasized the importance of continuing education in this field. “The sector is constantly evolving, and these kinds of events allow students to stay abreast of the latest developments. Artificial intelligence, for example, is revolutionizing the world, and it is crucial that future professionals understand its impact,” he noted. He also encouraged students to continue their education and participate in conferences beyond their academic studies.
Leopoldo Acosta, The director of the Higher School of Engineering and Technology congratulated the organizing committee and expressed his satisfaction with the consolidation of the congress. “It is a source of pride to see how this event has evolved into an initiative entirely managed by students. The school's administration will continue to support these types of activities,” he stated. He also acknowledged the work of José Ignacio Estévez Damas, the professor who oversaw the first editions of the congress before it became completely student-run.
Coromoto León, Deputy Director of Quality of Computer Science Studies, highlighted the fundamental role of innovation in computer science and recalled her own journey at the University of La
The Vice-Rector for Digital Transformation, speaking.
Laguna. “Computer science is a field where creativity is key. Students have the power to change the world through technology,” she stated.
For his part, José Ramón Morera, coordinator of the organizing committee and a fourth-year Computer Engineering student, emphasized the effort involved in organizing an event of this magnitude. “The congress not only introduces students to new topics, but also gives them the opportunity to interact with professionals from different fields. We want them to learn things that aren't covered in the classroom and to actively participate in the talks and roundtables,” he explained. He also highlighted that organizing this edition required the collaboration of a team of 20 students, who worked for months on the planning and logistics of the event. “This year we broke the registration record, which confirms the students' interest in these kinds of initiatives,” he added.
The first day of the congress began with a presentation by Marina Moro López entitled Biohacking with Python: how to become the fluorescent Mr. Burns. Moro, a biomedical engineer and doctoral student, explained how programming can facilitate scientific work and introduced attendees to the world of biohacking in an engaging and educational way. Her talk, with its eye-catching title and innovative approach, captivated the audience and kicked off a conference packed with cutting-edge content.
The event is complemented by a comprehensive program of activities, including a hackathon held the day before and the opportunity to earn 1 ECTS credit for students who attend all 60 presentations and one of the roundtables. With a decade of history, the Computer Engineering Student Congress at the University of La Laguna has established itself as a leading event in extracurricular training for university students, offering an enriching experience both academically and professionally.
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