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Dr. Rodrigo Guzmán Venegas holds a degree in Kinesiology from the Universidad Católica del Maule, Chile. He earned a Master's degree in Medical Biophysics from the Universidad de Chile and a PhD in Sports Sciences from Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Spain.
He currently serves as a professor of Biophysics and Biomechanics at the Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de los Andes, where he is also the principal investigator at the Integrative Laboratory of Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology (LIBFE). His career is characterized by the integration of teaching, research, and clinical application.
Research interests
His research lines include signal processing applied to health sciences, biomechanics, human movement analysis, and applied neuromuscular physiology.
He leads FONDECYT-funded projects, including clinical trials aimed at improving the understanding of neuromuscular control and human movement biomechanics. His work combines advanced methodologies to study muscle function and the nervous system.
His focus is especially on movement analysis and effort physiology.
Teaching
He teaches courses in biophysics and biomechanics at both undergraduate and graduate levels at Universidad de los Andes.
He also actively participates in postgraduate diploma programs related to physiology and movement sciences. His pedagogical approach integrates theory and practice, fostering the development of analytical and technical skills in his students.
His dedication to professional training is also evident in his supervision of theses and student research projects.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Pública de Navarra
PhD, Ciencias de la Actividad Física y del Deporte, Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Master, Biofísica Médica, Universidad de Chile
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IUP23-02 : COMPARACIÓN DEL CONTROL NEUROMUSCULAR DE LOS COMPARTIMENTOS DEL MÚSCULO PERONEUS LONGUS ENTRE INDIVIDUOS CON Y SIN INESTABILIDAD CRÓNICA DE TOBILLO
Méndez Rebolledo, G. A. (Principal Investigator) & Guzmán Venegas, R. A. (Principal Investigator)
CONCURSO INTERUNIVERSITARIO DE INICIACIÓN EN INVESTIGACIÓN ASOCIATIVA
17/07/24 → 17/01/26
Project: RESEARCH
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CORFO CONTRATO TECNOLOGICO - 17COTE72570: INCORPORACIÓN DE TECNOLOGÍA ELECTRÓNICA INALÁMBRICA PARA MEJORAR LA PRECISIÓN DE UN ARCO FACIAL DIGITAL CINEMÁTICO, QUE MOVILIZA AL SEGMENTO ROBÓTICO DEL ARTICULADOR DENTAL
Biotti Picand, J. L. (Principal Investigator), García, R. (Co-Investigator), Guzmán Venegas, R. A. (Co-Investigator) & Delpiano Costabal, J. F. (Co-Investigator)
Project: RESEARCH
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FONDECYT INICIACIÓN - 11200521: COMPARISON OF EFFECTIVENESS OF TWO TECHNIQUES TO GUIDE THE INJECTION OF BOTULINUM TOXIN TO IMPROVE GAIT IN POST-STROKE PATIENTS. RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL.
Guzmán Venegas, R. A. (Principal Investigator)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo
1/11/20 → 31/10/23
Project: RESEARCH
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Comparación de la actividad Electromiográfica en el músculo masetero entre sujetos desdentados totales rehabilitados con prótesis removibles y rehabilitados con prótesis sobre implantes osteointegrados
Guzmán Venegas, R. A. (Principal Investigator) & Biotti P, J. L. (Co-Investigator)
Universidad de los Andes Chile
26/09/11 → 30/04/14
Project: RESEARCH
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Associations of Sex and Household Area With Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior During Total and Partial COVID-19 Lockdowns in Chile: A Study in Adults Aged 18-44 Years
Vanegas-López, J., Guzmán-Venegas, R., Marzuca-Nassr, G., Muñoz-Poblete, C., Quiroz-Sandoval, G., Silva-Urra, J., Orellana-Uribe, A., Dubó, S., Sepúlveda, I. & Márquez, J. L., Mar 2025, In: Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health. 58, 2, p. 177-187 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Biomechanical comparison in a cadaveric flatfoot model between different calcaneal osteotomies with and without transfer from the peroneus brevis to the longus
Wagner, E., Wagner, P., Gericke, S., Torrealba, O., Palma, F. H. & Guzman Venegas, R., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Foot and Ankle Surgery.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Biomechanical of bilateral heel rise, and its association with balance, functional mobility, and walking speed in older adults
Caparrós-Manosalva, C., Guzmán-Venegas, R., Gajardo-Garrido, F., González-Fuentes, M., Pino-Domínguez, V., Espinoza-Araneda, J., Palomo, I. & Molina, N., 1 Jan 2025, In: Archives of Physiotherapy. 15, 1, p. 206-213 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Comparative electromyographic study of the stabilizing muscles of the trapeziometacarpal joint during different rehabilitation exercises
Cheuquelaf, C., Valencia, O., Guzmán-Venegas, R., Aguilera-Godoy, A., Sepúlveda-López, E. N. & Núñez-Cortés, R., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of Hand Therapy.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Lower limb joint discharge in older adults’ gait using a contralateral Canadian cane: A pilot study
Valencia, O., Samson, K., López, C., Mendez-Rebolledo, G. & Guzmán-Venegas, R., 1 Nov 2025, In: Revista Espanola de Geriatria y Gerontologia. 60, 6, p. 101724 101724.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Prizes
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Colegio de Kinesiólogos de Chile Mejor trabajo científico año 2002
Guzmán Venegas, R. A. (Recipient), 12 Dec 2002
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