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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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Projects
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Postural musculoskeletal disorders of the spine in the administrative staff of the University of Cuenca, 2023-2024. Phase 1: Prevalence and diagnosis.
Barreto Andrade, J. A. (Director), Aldas Arcos, H. G. (Co-Director), Abril Ulloa, S. V. (Researcher), Cobos Bermeo, N. A. (Researcher), Encalada Torres, L. E. (Researcher), Calle Brito, P. A. (Research Technician), Saquicela Ulloa, S. M. (Research Technician), Calle-Estrella, A. S. (Research Assistant), Luna Lucero, K. A. (Research Assistant) & Abril Ulloa, S. V. (Researcher)
1/03/23 → 28/02/25
Project: Research
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Analysis and application of forms of human-computer interaction (HCI) in a technological tool for augmentative and alternative communication (CAA) based on pictograms, which helps older adults to communicate with their environment.
Cedillo Orellana, I. P. (Director), Arias Flores, H. P. (Researcher), Encalada Torres, L. E. (Researcher), Zavala Sanchez, F. M. (Researcher), Arcentales Viteri, A. R. (Research Associate), Guamán Novillo, A. V. (Research Associate), María Veronica, S. C. (Research Associate), Orellana Cordero, M. P. (Research Associate), Patiño Leon, P. A. (Research Associate), Triviño Cepeda, R. D. (Research Associate) & Cardenas Delgado, P. E. (Assimilated Technical Staff)
2/01/23 → 1/01/24
Project: Research
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Impact of a multidominium intervention on nutritional status, functionality, fragility, depression and physical activity in older adults of the Cuenca canton, 2020-2022
Sempertegui Leon, S. R. (Director), Encalada Torres, L. E. (Co-Director), Abril Ulloa, S. V. (Researcher), Cobos Cobos, D. F. (Researcher), Escobar Cobos, S. A. (Researcher), Pacheco Ayora, S. K. (Researcher), Wong De, B. S. (International Advisor), Cobos Cobos, D. F. (Researcher-Linker), Escobar Cobos, S. A. (Researcher-Linker) & Pacheco Ayora, S. K. (Researcher-Linker)
1/03/22 → 29/02/24
Project: Research
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Implementation and evaluation of a computer tool based on knowledge graphs, artificial vision algorithms and mobile applications for healthy eating promotion in Ecuadorian young adults
Espinoza Mejia, J. M. (Director), Robles Bykbaer, V. E. (Director), Abril Ulloa, S. V. (Researcher), Encalada Torres, L. E. (Researcher), Carrera Hidalgo, P. E. (Research Associate), Quisi Peralta, D. F. (Research Associate), Robles Bykbaev, Z. Y. (Research Associate) & Morales Avilez, D. E. (Assimilated Technical Staff)
15/03/21 → 14/03/23
Project: Research
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Strengthening for microentrepreneurial production of energy bars and support for food security, Cañar, Cañar-Ecuador
Bermudez, F. G. (Director), Cedillo Tapia, H. A. (Co-Director), Abril Ulloa, S. V. (Researcher), Encalada Torres, L. E. (Researcher), Gonzalez Illescas, M. (Researcher) & Moscoso Parra, A. E. (Researcher)
6/09/20 → 5/09/21
Project: Research
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Eficacia y seguridad de la vacuna COVID-19 en pacientes mayores de 18 años. Revisión Sistemática Exploratoria-Scoping Review. Revisión Sistemática Exploratoria-Scoping Review
Garzón Orellana, P. A. (First Author), Encalada Torres, L. E., Molina Matute, M. F. & Picón Saavedra, S. (Last Author), 25 Apr 2026, In: Revista Estudiantil. CEUS.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Funcionalidad y fuerza de prensión manual asociado al estado nutricional y actividad física en adultos mayores ambulatorios ecuatorianos
Encalada Torres, L. E. (First Author), Cobos Cobos, D. F., Abril Ulloa, S. V. & Sempértegui León, S. R. (Last Author), 3 Apr 2026, In: Retos. 77, p. 12-24 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Nutritional status associated with physical activity in active older adults in southern Ecuador
Encalada Torres, L. E. (First Author), Buri Encalada, I., Abril Ulloa, S. V., Rodas Guamán, C. & Quito Parra, M. (Last Author), 17 Mar 2026, In: Frontiers in Aging. 7, p. 1-15 15 p., 1723742.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Conocimiento, uso del etiquetado nutricional, consumo y preferencias por alimentos ultra procesados entre estudiantes universitarios
Translated title of the contribution :KNOWLEDGE, USE OF NUTRITIONAL LABELING, CONSUMPTION AND PREFERENCES FOR ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Factors associated with the risk of sarcopenia in older adults in Cuenca, Ecuador
Abril Ulloa, S. V. (First Author), Encalada Torres, L. E., Carpio Arias, T. V. & Espinoza Mejía, J. M. (Last Author), 26 Jan 2025, In: La Ciencia al servicio de la Salud y Nutrición. 15, 2, p. 33-42 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access
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Red en Investigación en Salud Pública de la zona 6 y 7 del Ecuador (External organization)
Encalada Torres, L. E. (Member)
2023 → 2024Activity: Membership › Membership of network
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Red Ecuatoriana de las Mujeres Científicas (External organization)
Encalada Torres, L. E. (Member)
2023 → 2024Activity: Membership › Membership of network
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Red INFORMAS (International Network for Food and Obesity / Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) Research, Monitoring and Action Support) (External organization)
Encalada Torres, L. E. (Member)
2023 → 2024Activity: Membership › Membership of network
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ASSOCIATED WITH NUTRITIONAL STATUS, DEPRESSION AND FUNCTIONALITY IN OLDER ADULTS IN THE ECUADORIAN SIERRA
Encalada Torres, L. E. (Speaker) & Abril Ulloa, S. V. (Speaker)
10 Oct 2022Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Prizes
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Reconocimiento a la divulgación e investigación formativa en la Universidad de Cuenca.
Encalada Torres, L. E. (Recipient), 16 Dec 2024
Prize: Other distinction
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Reconocimiento por su destacado compromiso, excelencia profesional y contribución en la atención de la salud beneficiando a la ciudadanía en general.
Encalada Torres, L. E. (Recipient), 8 Apr 2025
Prize: Other distinction