Dennis Renato Manzano Vela is a doctoral researcher and lecturer whose work bridges chemical engineering, biotechnology, and environmental chemistry. He teaches chemistry and biochemistry at Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo and Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo. An accredited SENESCYT researcher and member of ASTM International’s E01 committee on Analytical Chemistry of Metals, Minerals, and Related Materials, he has published studies on cellulose extraction, soil remediation, and environmental impact assessment. He also evaluates projects for international competitions such as INFOMATRIX and 100K LATAM.