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ABOUT THE
Research Group on Construction Materials and Structures (INME)
Name:
Research Group on Construction Materials and Structures (INME)
Code: COL0009977
Minciencias classification: B
Coordinator: Álvaro Viviescas Jaimes.
Our
Mission
The group’s purpose lies in the search for new construction materials, the improvement of traditional materials’ utilization, and the study of structural behavior in buildings and infrastructure projects located in high seismic activity zones.
The group conducts vulnerability and resistance assessments, proposing efficient, cost-effective, and safe structures by utilizing both new and traditional materials. Additionally, the group serves as a support entity for the construction sector and industry.
Our
Vision
The group serves as a knowledge source in the field of civil construction. Its primary purpose is to benefit the community and the country by contributing to the efficient, appropriate, and economical use of materials. This approach aims to provide practical solutions to address the country’s significant housing deficit and to ensure the durability and resilience of civil works. The group is committed to fostering a spirit of research within the university community in the construction field.
Do you want more information?
Contact Us

Main Campus (Bucaramanga)
PBX: +57 (607) 634 4000
Phone extension: 2759

Álvaro Viviescas Jaimes
Group director
PBX: +57 (607) 634 4000
Phone extension: 2355
Email: alvivija@uis.edu.co

Office hours:
Monday to Thursday
11:00 a. m. a 12:00 m.
Do you want more information?
Contact Us

Main Campus (Bucaramanga)
PBX: +57 (607) 634 4000
Phone extension: 2759

Álvaro Viviescas Jaimes
Group director
PBX: +57 (607) 634 4000
Phone extension: 2355
Email: alvivija@uis.edu.co

Office hours:
Monday to Thursday
11:00 a. m. a 12:00 m.
Do you want more information?
Contact Us

Main Campus (Bucaramanga)
PBX: +57 (607) 634 4000
Phone extension: 2759

Álvaro Viviescas Jaimes
Group director
PBX: +57 (607) 634 4000
Phone extension: 2355
Email: alvivija@uis.edu.co

Office hours:
Monday to Thursday
11:00 a. m. a 12:00 m.