JULIO LOPEZ-NUNEZ

I am an interdisciplinary professional with a background in Computer Engineering and a Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Management. I have over 15 years of experience in higher education, recognized for integrating technology, data analysis, and public policy into institutional improvement processes. I specialize in learning analytics, validation of assessment instruments, and designing predictive models for student retention, timely graduation, and early alert systems. I am proficient in Excel, R, SPSS, and Power BI, and I have a track record of producing technical reports that inform academic management and strategic decision-making. My research spans tuition-free higher education, the Teacher Vocation Scholarship, digital literacy and ethical use of artificial intelligence, and university models in times of systemic transformation. As a lecturer and researcher, I actively promote early-stage research training through interinstitutional networks and collaborative projects.

My work blends technology, data analysis, and educational policy to advance institutional effectiveness and student success. I am committed to collaborative, evidence-based approaches that support inclusive access to education and continuous improvement across higher education institutions.