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Researcher Profile: Alejandro Serrano Sierra is an architect and leading researcher in the integration of biomaterials and digital technologies in architectural design. His work has contributed significantly to the development of sustainable methods in construction and the creation of innovative educational and public spaces.
Major Contributions and Contributions:
National Contributions:
1. Innovation in Architectural Education:
Development of the CAMPUS Javeriana mobile application for teaching construction processes. This tool has improved the learning outcomes of architecture students through the use of technologies such as augmented and virtual reality.
Implementation of alternative teaching methods that combine technology and experiential education at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.
Currently developing phase 2.0 of the Campus project.
2. Community Projects:
Participatory design of public spaces in vulnerable communities in Bogota, integrating the needs of local residents and promoting child welfare and creativity. These projects have improved quality of life and social cohesion in marginalized areas.
3. Exhibitions and Scientific Dissemination:
Exhibition of works on life intelligences and material sovereignty in curated events at institutions such as Maloka and Universidad de los Andes, promoting dialogue between science, art and architecture.As well as in seminars on Biotechnology for the Graduate Program in Biological Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.
Alejandro Serrano Sierra remains committed to research and innovation in the field of sustainable architecture and education, continually seeking new ways to integrate technology and materiality to address contemporary challenges in construction and urban design.
Education
Master, Master in Architecture
Award Date: 27 Sep 2017
Bachelor, Architect
Award Date: 26 Jan 2017
Associated academic programs
- Architecture
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Research output
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AEC TECH SUMMIT 2025: AI y el Arte del Saber Cómo: Encuentro académico de innovación educativa en arquitectura, ingeniería y construcción
Serrano Sierra, A., Aug 2025, 35 p.Research output: Teaching outputs › Educational innovation - Teaching resources
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Patógenos fúngicos en los paisajes arquitectónicos vulnerables de Bogota: Una Mirada transdisciplinar para diseñar desde lo microscópico
Serrano Sierra, A., Gómez-Méndez, L. D. & Rey, L., 26 Feb 2025, Astragalo, 1, 37, p. 129-150 148 p.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
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CAMPUS: A mobile app for construction processes learning and teaching in higher education
Valbuena-Bermúdez, C., Lozano-Ramírez, N. E., Serrano Sierra, A. & Granados-León, C., 09 Apr 2024, In: Computer Applications in Engineering Education. 32, 4, p. 1-31 31 p., e22739.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Campus 2.0: Laboratorio de Aprendizaje en Estructuras y Construcción
Carrasco Beltrán, D., Serrano Sierra, A. (Coauthor), Cuervo Pulido, R. (Coauthor), Valbuena-Bermúdez, C. (Coauthor), Pavlich Mariscal, J. A. (Coauthor) & Zuloaga Lozada, G. M. (Coauthor), 30 May 2024Research output: Creation › Creative works
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Digital Transformation in University Architecture: Optimizing Construction Processes and User Experience through CAMPUS 2.0 at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Carrasco-Beltrán, D., Serrano-Sierra, A., Cuervo, R., Valbuena-Bermúdez, C., Pavlich-Mariscal, J. A. & Granados-León, C., 27 Sep 2024, In: Buildings. 14, 10, p. 1-19 20 p., 3095.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access2 Scopus citations
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Fase inicial de caracterización de la arquitectura vernácula rural en Colombia: formas de implantación y producción como patrimonio y conocimiento técnico.
Serrano Sierra, A. (PI), Carrasco Beltrán, D. (CoI) & Lopez Perez, C. T. (CoI)
01/11/25 → 30/04/27
Project: Research
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Bioágora, plataforma de espacios saludables en la ruralidad. Instituto educativo San Cayetano, Entrenubes, Usme.
Serrano Sierra, A. (PI), Cardenas Romero, M. A. (CoI), Cerquera Cadena, E. Y. (CoI), Granados-Leon, C. (CoI), Oviedo Torres, B. E. (CoI) & Varela Ramirez, A. (CoI)
15/05/23 → 15/09/23
Project: Research
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CAMPUS - Fase 2
Carrasco Beltrán, D. (PI), Cuervo Pulido, R. (CoI), Pavlich Mariscal, J. A. (CoI), Serrano Sierra, A. (CoI), Valbuena Bermudez, S. C. (CoI), Zuloaga Lozada, G. M. (CoI) & Definir, P. (Ases)
04/10/21 → 01/05/25
Project: Artistic creation
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Campus
Valbuena Bermudez, S. C. (PI), Lozano Ramírez, N. E. (CoI), Serrano Sierra, A. (CoI) & Osorio Torres, H. S. (Ases)
01/10/20 → 06/03/24
Project: Artistic creation
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AEC TECH SUMMIT
Serrano Sierra, A. (Organizer)
02 Aug 2024Activity: Participating in or organizing an event › Organizing a conference, workshop, ...
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Soberanía Material
Serrano Sierra, A. (Speaker)
28 Feb 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Lenguaje de la Vida: Arquitectura con bases Biomateriales
Serrano Sierra, A. (Speaker)
02 Jul 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
Press/Media
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Viviendas vulnerables y hongos
Gómez Méndez, L. D. & Serrano Sierra, A.
04/06/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media
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New Building Construction Study Findings Have Been Reported by Investigators at Pontificia University Javeriana (Digital Transformation In University Architecture: Optimizing Construction Processes and User Experience Through Campus 2.0 At ...)
Cuervo Pulido, R., Serrano Sierra, A., Valbuena-Bermúdez, C., Carrasco Beltrán, D. & Pavlich Mariscal, J. A.
26/11/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media
Thesis
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Mejora en las condiciones de Habitabilidad en el barrio Arabia, borde de Ciudad Bolívar en Bogotá: Una mirada Arquitectónica y Microbiológica hacia la transformación de la Vivienda Informal.
Rey, L. V. (Author) & Serrano Sierra, A. (Supervisor), 05 Jul 2024Student thesis: Undergraduate thesis
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Transformación de residuos de poliestireno expandido mediante procesos fúngicos naturales : una alternativa biomaterial modular
Tovar Hernández, V. (Author) & Serrano Sierra, A. (Supervisor), 02 Dec 2024Student thesis: Undergraduate thesis
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