Advisory Board

Integration of the English-Speaking Advisory Council

Dear Community,

Please be informed that the Call for Applications for the integration of the Observatory's Advisory Council has formally closed as of 12:01 AM on November 5, 2025, for all applications submitted in Spanish.

Exclusive Opening for the English-Speaking and Multilingual Advisory Council

However, with the aim of ensuring truly global and multilingual representation, and given the high quality and volume of applications received in Spanish, the Call remains OPEN EXCLUSIVELY to form a dedicated English-Speaking Advisory Council and, generally, for professionals and experts applying in languages other than Spanish.

The new closing deadline for these specific applications will be announced soon.

Gratitude to Spanish-Speaking Applicants

We wish to express our most sincere gratitude to all the professionals, experts, and leaders who dedicated their time and effort to submit their candidacies in Spanish. A total of 20 applications were reviewed, all of exceptional quality, demonstrating a profound commitment to the mission of our Observatory.

We thank you once again for your enthusiasm and invite you to closely follow the Observatory's ongoing activities and the announcement of the new application deadline for speakers of other languages.

Integration of the First Advisory Council for Spanish Language

Open Public Call

Curriculum Vitae of the Advisory Council Members

PhD. Claudia Marcela Porras Truque

• Profile Summary: Licensed and Doctoral degree holder in Psychology, specializing in Clinical Neuropsychology and Neuroeducation. She practices as a child and adolescent neuropsychologist and directs a therapeutic center, focusing on the comprehensive care of Neurodevelopmental Disorders.

• Significance to the OINN: Her dual specialization in Neuropsychology and Neuroeducation aligns perfectly with the Observatory's core pillars. Her practical experience in the assessment and intervention of Neurodiversity in childhood and adolescence provides an essential clinical and applied focus.

• Highest Academic Degree: Doctor of Psychology (Doctora en Psicología, Psicobiología), obtained from the Complutense University of Madrid.

PhD. María Diana Lorena Rubio Navarro

• Profile Summary: Neuroscientific researcher, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) educator, and advocate for educational accessibility through her research on character education. She is the founder of Scienko México and MujereSTEAMDGETI.

• Significance to the OINN: She contributes solid global experience, validated by numerous awards (including the Global Teacher Prize), in the integration of Neuroscience, STEM education, and character education, which are essential for innovative methodologies.

• Key Contributions:

  • Winner of the National Teacher Prize (2020) and Top 10 Finalist of the Global Teacher Prize (2021).

  • STEM Ambassador for the Scientix community for science education in the European Union.

  • International Speaker in Neuroeducation and STEM.

• Highest Academic Degree: Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences and Master of Science (Mtra. en Ciencias), Neurobiology and Neurosciences, from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).

PhD. Sofía Vidal-Bach

• Profile Summary: Psychobiologist and Neuropsychologist, specializing in Epigenetics and Elite Sports Performance. She works as a neuropsychologist in Early Intervention with a focus on Child Neurodivergence.

• Significance to the OINN: Her focus on Child Neurodivergence within the field of Neuropsychology is highly relevant. The combination of her expertise with Epigenetics provides a cutting-edge perspective on the biological and environmental factors influencing learning and neurodevelopment.

• Highest Academic Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychobiology, from the University of Cambridge.

PhD. Vanessa Esperanza Montiel Castillo

• Profile Summary: Psychologist with a background in Psychological Sciences and extensive experience as a full-time professor, researcher, and academic manager in higher education. She has been directly involved in the curriculum design of postgraduate programs related to Neurodiversity.

• Significance to the OINN: Her Ph.D. in Psychological Sciences and her Specialization in Educational Neuroscience are key. Her participation in the curriculum design of the Master's in Inclusive Education and Neurodiversity makes her a strategic asset for developing the Observatory's programmatic standards and content.

• Highest Academic Degree: Ph.D. in Psychological Sciences (Doctora en Ciencias Psicológicas), obtained from the Central University "Marta Abreu" of Las Villas.

PhD. Demetrio Castillo Jaimes

• Profile Summary: University professor of biology and chemistry, and researcher with extensive experience in leadership, educational management, and consulting in pedagogical innovation projects. He possesses a strong scientific foundation and experience in higher education.

• Significance to the OINN: His background in Biology and Chemistry is fundamental for providing the basic science perspective that underpins Neuroeducation. His experience in management contributes to the administration and scalability of the Observatory's innovation projects.

• Highest Academic Degree: Doctor of Education (Doctor en Educación), obtained from the César Vallejo University - Peru.

PhD. Emmanuel Lisandro Romero Santana

• Profile Summary: Professional focused on Education, with advanced training that integrates the areas of Neuroeducation, mathematics didactics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). He has acquired experience in the use of emerging technologies for educational development and research.

• Significance to the OINN: His Postdoctorate in Artificial Intelligence, Education, and Research is directly relevant to the OINN's mission. He brings an innovative vision for integrating neuroscience and technologies, crucial for the future of education and Neurodiversity.

• Highest Academic Degree: Doctor of Education (Doctor en Educación) and Postdoctorate in Artificial Intelligence, Education, and Research, from the University of the Americas and the Caribbean.

PhD. Sergio Edilberto Ramírez Pérez

• Profile Summary: Specialist in inclusive education and teacher training. His experience focuses on the design and implementation of pedagogical strategies that address diversity and promote educational equity.

• Significance to the OINN: His specialization in inclusive education is essential for the Observatory's Neurodiversity component. He contributes knowledge for adapting teaching practices to students with diverse needs and neurotypes, such as his research on the impact of autism in higher education.

• Highest Academic Degree: Doctorate in Educational Management (Doctorado en Gestión Educativa), obtained from Anáhuac Mayab University.

MSc. Marco Antonio Cisneros González

• Profile Summary: General Director of the Latin America Educational Institute. Co-founder of Emovere Educación, he is a pedagogical consultant, speaker, and disseminator of Emotional Education and Neuroeducation in the educational, social, business, and governmental sectors.

• Significance to the OINN: His specialization in Emotional Education and Advanced Neuroeducation is key to integrating well-being and scientific grounding into educational transformation, complementing the focus on Neurodiversity and didactics.

• Highest Academic Degree: Master in Advanced Neuroeducation (Máster en Neuroeducación Avanzada) from the University of Barcelona (U.B.).

📢 Official Announcement:

PhD. Claudia Marcela Porras Truque

PhD. María Diana Lorena Rubio Navarro

PhD. Sofía Vidal Bach

PhD. Vanessa Esperanza Montiel Castillo

PhD. Demetrio Castillo Jaimes

PhD. Emmanuel Lisandro Romero Santana

PhD. Sergio Edilberto Ramírez Pérez

MSc. Marco Antonio Cisneros González