Professors and Researchers

Emilio Casuso Rodríguez

Emilio Casuso Rodríguez

Higher Polytechnic School

Agricultural Engineer specializing in Agricultural Operations from the School of Agricultural Engineers of Palencia and graduated in Agricultural Engineering and Rural Development from the Catholic University of Avila. Master in Agricultural Economics from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. He is currently in charge of the company INGENIERÍA Agrícola Emilio Casuso S.L., in which he has carried out more than 20 engineering projects related to agro-industrial activity. He has held various positions in the College of Agricultural Technical Engineers of Cantabria and in the General Council of Colleges of Agricultural Technical Engineers of Spain.

Gonzalo Ortiz Granel

Gonzalo Ortiz Granel

Higher Polytechnic School

Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Cantabria, as well as a Master's Degree in Teacher Training. Has experience in the private industrial sector, having worked as a safety inspector across various plants in Cantabria and the Basque Country. Currently combines teaching technology and engineering with industrial production, integrating academic background with industry practice.

Isabel Álvarez Clemares

Isabel Álvarez Clemares

Higher Polytechnic School

Chemical Engineer with a PhD in Materials Science from the University of Oviedo, holding a Master’s Degree in Occupational Risk Prevention. Possesses over 13 years of experience as a Senior Development Specialist at BSH Home Appliances, following her tenure at Nanoker and CINN working on European projects. Key achievements include automating testing software, establishing quality protocols, and managing international certification and compliance (REACH, RoHS, PFAS).

Iván Calvo Rubio

Iván Calvo Rubio

Higher Polytechnic School

Bachelor of Civil Engineering from the University of Cantabria. Executive MBA. Master’s Degree in Project Management. CEO of ROMA S.L., with experience in the management and execution of infrastructure, real estate, and construction projects using BIM technology. Consultant for the public and private sectors. Involved in large-scale projects, with a focus on efficiency and innovation. Author of publications on strategic management and corporate sustainability. Adjunct professor at the European University of the Atlantic.

Javier Noval Llano

Javier Noval Llano

Higher Polytechnic School

Chemical engineer with an international background in food and biotechnology, leading engineering, projects, and major industrial investments in complex production environments. A team leader and expert in energy efficiency, utilities, and sustainability, with a track record of implementing strategic energy and water plans aligned with government policies. Extensive experience in process design and optimization (fermentation, drying, energy integration, water reuse) and the development of new technologies applied to the food industry. Ongoing academic and R&D work in collaboration with European universities and technology centers, combining applied research, industrial innovation, and university teaching.

Jon Arambarri Basañez

Jon Arambarri Basañez

Higher Polytechnic School

Dr. Telecommunications Engineer and MBA. Professor/Researcher at UNEATLANTICO and project manager at ESTIA, oriented to the generation of new products to address the strategic needs of Aquitaine (France) - Euskadi in eHealth, Industry4.0 and Energy Technologies. His research interests combine telecommunication infrastructures (Telecommunication Networks, Multimedia and Internet of Things - IoT) together with the digital transformation (Artificial Intelligence and predictive systems, Cyber-Security) of the business fabric, mainly for eHealth, Industry4.0, Energy and Agro areas.