Holguin Scientist Selected for Women in Engineering Commission

Cuban engineering, and especially the scientific talent of Holguin province, has a new source of pride. Dr. Sara Fernández Cruz, a professor in the Department of Construction at the University of Holguin (UHo). She has been appointed to the Women in Engineering Commission (WIE) of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO).

This appointment not only recognizes a professional career spanning more than four decades dedicated to research and teaching. Also it places the expertise of a woman scientist from eastern Cuba on a global decision-making stage.

Moreover the WFEO is the leading organization that brings together engineering institutions worldwide. Its Women in Engineering Commission actively works to break down barriers and promote female leadership in a sector historically dominated by men. In this global forum for debate on equity, sustainability, and social development. Sara Fernández’s voice will now represent the perspectives of Cuba and the Global South.

Her credentials speak for themselves. A specialist in hydrogeological engineering and water management, Dr. Fernández Cruz has dedicated her professional life to studying and protecting one of the most vital resources for community development. Her work, grounded in scientific rigor and direct social impact. Aligns perfectly with the objectives of the World Institute of Engineering (WIE). Which places special emphasis on the inclusion of female scientists in technological innovation projects that benefit the community.

From the classrooms of the University of Holguin (UHo) to the high-level committees of the World Federation of Oceanography (WFEO). This professor’s career path reflects the strength of the Cuban science and innovation system. Her appointment to the WIE strengthens the island’s presence in crucial debates on the sustainable management of water resources. A strategic issue for the future of the planet and for adaptation to climate change.

With this appointment, Holguin’s engineering expertise not only transcends borders. It also demonstrates that Cuban female talent is an essential pillar in building a more equitable and sustainable world.

By: Daimy Peña Guillén

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