Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey Campus Queretaro

PROJECTS 2025

Genera

finalist project

Diana Andrea Reyes Flores, Alejandro Cuevas Cendejas, Daniela Vega Ugalde, María José Veytia Muhlia, Valery Elizabeth Vargas Valencia

Genera is an interactive home energy kit that transforms everyday fruit waste into clean electricity. Using Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast to break down fructose in the waste, it generates electrons captured by zinc and copper electrodes in a bioelectric cell. The kit features a pet-like character guiding users to “feed” the yeast every 2–3 days, fostering sustainable habits through a connected mobile app. Designed to engage all ages, Genera empowers individuals to create renewable energy, raising awareness about climate challenges while inspiring curiosity and action toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.

TYLO

Nonfinalist project

Daniela Bernal Vázquez, Natalia Alvarado González Aragón, Francisco Rafael Méndez Quintanar, Oscar Emiliano Pérez Escobedo, Santiago Villarreal Vega

TYLO is a modular decorative tile made from red clay, barley bagasse, and nopal mucilage—natural materials that provide thermal insulation. Inspired by the skin of the Hylidae tree frog, the tile features biomimetic textures and ventilation channels to enhance air circulation, regulate humidity, and gradually release a citronella-based mosquito repellent. Its porous, unglazed surface allows repellent reapplication without compromising performance or appearance. Affordable and easy to install, TYLO is ideal for heat- and humidity-prone spaces like kitchens, bathrooms, and terraces. By repurposing agricultural waste and avoiding harmful chemicals, it supports a circular economy and healthier indoor environments.

Instructors 2025

Maritza Alonzo Macías