Organization profile
Organization profile
Atahualpa, a community located in the province of Santa Elena, was selected as the optimal scenario for the epidemiological study of diseases such as atherosclerosis, cerebrovascular events, cognitive impairment and sleep disorders.
This project is a testament to the importance of long-term studies and how the knowledge gained lays a solid foundation for future health research and policy in rural areas. The UEES proudly demonstrates its commitment to scientific research, driving significant advances in community well-being.
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. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Profiles
Projects
- 1 Finished
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Automated measurement of pineal gland calcification volumes and sleep quality in adults living in costal Ecuador
Del Brutto, O. H., Mera, R. M., Arias, E. E., Rumbea, D. A., Patel, V. & Castillo, P. R., 25 Jan 2026, In: Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria. 84, 1, ANP-25-0181.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Distinct associations between bone mineral density and severity of white matter hyperintensities of presumed vascular origin in older men and women. The three villages study
Del Brutto, O. H., Rumbea, D. A., Arias, E. E., Guzmán, E. J. & Mera, R. M., Dec 2026, In: Archives of Osteoporosis. 21, 1, 8.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Longitudinal characterization of carotid siphon calcifications: A CT-based population study
Del Brutto, O. H., Mera, R. M., Costa, A. F., Rumbea, D. A., Arias, E. E. & Del Brutto, V. J., Jan 2026, In: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases. 35, 1, 108523.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access1 Scopus citations
Activities
- 1 Organizing a conference, workshop, ...
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Simposio sobre Enfermedad Vascular Cerebral
Del Brutto, O. (Member of program committee), Del Brutto, V. (Member of program committee) & Gutiérrez, J. (Member of program committee)
15 Jan 2025Activity: Participating in or organizing an event › Organizing a conference, workshop, ...