Prof. Carlos Alberto Casapino Espinoza | Architecture and Building Technology | Best Researcher Award
PhD candidate at Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Peru
Carlos Alberto Casapino Espinoza, born on February 21, 1988, in Peru, is a passionate architect and academician dedicated to advancing sustainable and inclusive design principles. Currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Architectural Technology at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, he specializes in architectural innovation and urbanism, bringing a global perspective to his work.
Profile
Education 🎓
Carlos holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the Universidad Nacional San Antonio Abad del Cusco (2011) and a Master’s in Building Management from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (2016). His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in project management, sustainability, and inclusive architectural design.
Experience 🏗️
With over a decade of experience, Carlos has contributed to academia as a faculty member at the Universidad Andina del Cusco and has undertaken various architectural projects across public and private sectors. His professional expertise spans designing residential and institutional structures, urban planning, and heritage conservation.
Research Interests 🔬
Carlos’s research focuses on sustainable building materials, inclusive urban design, and integrating advanced modeling techniques to enhance architectural processes. His doctoral thesis explores innovative methods in architectural sustainability.
Awards 🏆
Carlos is the recipient of the prestigious “Generación del Bicentenario” scholarship by PRONABEC (2022), recognizing his commitment to academic excellence and research impact.
Publications 📚
- “The Effect of Recycled Crushed Brick Aggregate on the Physical–Mechanical Properties of Earth Blocks”
Publication Year: 2025
Journal: Buildings
DOI: 10.3390/buildings15010145
Contributors: Carlos Alberto Casapino-Espinoza, José Manuel Gómez-Soberón, María Consolación Gómez-Soberón
- “Architectural Intervention of the Limonal-Manu Control and Access Post for the Limonal Interpretation Center”
Publication Year: 2021
Journal: Yachay – Scientific and Cultural Journal
DOI: 10.36881/yachay.v10i1.269
ISSN: 2520-9051, 2412-2963
Contributors: Edilberto Orosco Uscamayta, Carlos Alberto Casapino Espinoza
- “Pedestrian Accessibility for People with Reduced Mobility and Motor Disabilities in the Plaza de Armas, Plaza Regocijo, and Plaza San Francisco of the Historic Center of Cusco”
Publication Year: 2021
Journal: Arquitek
DOI: 10.47796/ra.2021i20.554
Contributors: Carlos Alberto Casapino Espinoza, Harold Palomino Salazar
Conclusion 🛠️
Carlos Alberto Casapino Espinoza possesses a robust portfolio of academic, research, and teaching accomplishments, aligning closely with the criteria for the Research for Best Researcher Award. While focusing on increasing global impact and interdisciplinary collaborations could further enhance his candidacy, his extensive contributions to architecture, sustainable design, and accessibility make him a strong contender for the award.
