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Santiago, Chile

Surrounded by stunning natural scenery, the Metropolitan Region captivates visitors with its unique blend of mountains, city life and adventure. World-class ski resorts, extensive urban parks and breathtaking nature reserves provide the perfect setting for those seeking intense and memorable experiences.

Vibrant, diverse and constantly bustling, Santiago combines the best of a major capital city with a deeply Chilean identity. Contemporary museums, theatres, cinemas and lively neighbourhoods sit side by side with iconic vineyards, traditional crafts and a wealth of options for sport and outdoor adventure.

With modern infrastructure and transport links that connect the country, Santiago is Chile’s main urban hub, bringing together innovation, development and a wide range of services that make it a key destination for living, visiting and doing business.

A hub for events celebrating Chilean culture and the venue for major festivals, the city expresses itself through its flavours, sounds and colours. Santiago isn’t just a place to visit: it’s a place to experience, establishing itself as an unmissable destination within Chile.

Faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences of the University of Chile

The University of Chile is a national public higher education institution which is committed to excellence in the education of individuals and to contributing to the spiritual and material development of the nation. It fosters leadership in the innovative development of science and technology, the humanities and the arts through its teaching, creative and outreach activities, with a particular focus on research and postgraduate studies.

In this context, the Faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (FCFM) focuses on higher education and the development of basic sciences, engineering, technological applications and innovation. Its mission is to develop and disseminate cutting-edge research and technological innovation in engineering and the sciences, to provide a comprehensive education for highly qualified professionals and scientists of excellence, with a strong commitment to the country, whilst maintaining a permanent link with society.

Beauchef 851

Beauchef 851 is a building complex within the FCFM, inaugurated in 2014. It comprises seven storeys above ground and six basement levels, and houses classrooms, laboratories and offices, as well as sports and leisure facilities, including a swimming pool and parking areas.

One of the most iconic buildings at Beauchef is the Auditorio d’Etigny, named in honour of former Dean Enrique D’Etigny Lyon, who led the Faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences between 1963 and 1971 and made significant contributions to the development of the academic institution, science in the country and social justice.

This auditorium will be the main venue for all those attending the International Conference on Space and Sustainable Development (CEDS 2026).

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