Editorial Team
Dr. Marco López-Paredes
Editor in Chief 
Dr. Marco López-Paredes is a professor and associate researcher at the Communication Observatory (OdeCom) at the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. With a Ph.D. in Communication and a distinguished academic career, his work focuses on topics related to digital communication, media studies, and distance education. He has led research projects on the impact of new technologies on society and education, with a particular emphasis on how digital media are transforming communication in educational contexts. Dr. López-Paredes is recognized for his interdisciplinary approach, collaborating with various academic groups and leading initiatives that foster dialogue between communication studies and other disciplines. He has numerous publications in international journals, and his work has been key in strengthening communication research in Ecuador.
Dr. Jorge Cruz-Silva
Editor in Chief
Dr. Jorge Cruz-Silva is a prominent academic and professor at the Communication Observatory (OdeCom) at the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. He holds a Ph.D. in Communication Sciences and has focused his research on areas such as strategic communication, digital media analysis, and organizational communication. With a solid academic career, he has led projects exploring the relationship between media and public perception, particularly in the Latin American context. His studies in digital communication and collaboration with international institutions have strengthened ties between academia and industry. Dr. Cruz-Silva is an advocate of using technology to improve communication processes within organizations and has authored several articles in high-impact international journals.
Dr. Octavio Islas-Carmona
Emeritus Editor
Dr. Octavio Islas-Carmona is a researcher and professor with a long career in the field of digital communication and media studies. He is currently an emeritus professor at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico, where he has led pioneering research on the impact of information and communication technologies (ICT) in Latin America. He is the founder of the scientific journal *Razón y Palabra*, one of the most influential publications in Spanish-speaking communication studies. With an innovative vision, Dr. Islas-Carmona has been a strong advocate of media and digital literacy, working on the development of theories that explore the relationship between society, technology, and the media. He has published numerous articles and books on topics such as political communication, social media, and digital democracy.