Research Group in Health​

Is dedicated to improving health outcomes and well-being, focusing health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance. 

Research Group in Human Movement​

Is dedicated to exploring multilayered aspects of human movement, to optimize health, performance, motor skills acquisition, and physical functions. 

Research Group in Education​

Is dedicated on promoting both current educational challenges and pedagogical innovation. 

Research Group in Technology and Management

Is dedicated to harness emerging technologies to empower individuals and organizations within the digital transformation. 

Let us introduce ourselves

A few words about us

The Insight Research Center is dedicated to conduct innovative and applied research that explores the interconnectedness between human development and their environment. Our mission is to generate knowledge, drive positive societal transformation supported on emergent technologies, contribute to the creation of sustainable and thriving communities, and promote the autonomy, quality of life and wellbeing of individuals.​

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Core Values

At Insight, we are guided by core principles that not only define our identity but also steer each of our actions and research endeavors.

Holism

Embracing a comprehensive approach to understanding human development within the context of social and ecological interconnectedness.​

Sustainability

Integrating principles of psychological and social well-being and ecological sustainability into all research endeavors and operational practices.​

Community

Ensuring that research has a social impact, contributing directly to the empowerment and well-being of the communities and of the individuals involved.

Innovation

Developing cutting-edge research, valuing the understanding of human problems and the creation of transformative solutions guided by emerging challenges and needs with high social and economic impact.

Integrity

Promoting a scientific culture guided by ethical values and principles so that scientific research activities are consistent with respect for persons, beneficence, and justice.

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