Lecture 1: Using science in your profession: Searching for and interpreting scientific articles
Speaker: Argenis P. Vergara-Torres.
The scientific article was presented as a form of academic communication and as a tool to enhance professional practice, with a focus on its understanding and interpretation using AI-based tools for applied contexts.
Inaugural Edition
About the 1st edition
Lecture 2: Why search scientific journals if we have AI?
Speakers: Athanasios (Sakis) Pappous, Pablo Gómez Iniesta and Argenis P. Vergara-Torres
The session addressed the role of scientific journals, peer review, open access and the current limitations of artificial intelligence in accessing and using scientific knowledge.
Lecture 3: Reinventing physical education: UNESCO's proposal
Speaker: Oswaldo Ceballos Gurrola
Key principles of Quality Physical Education were presented, highlighting inclusive, active and values-based approaches, as well as their application in teaching practice.
Lecture 4: Interpreting sports news without bias
Speaker: Pablo Gómez Iniesta
The session examined biases present in sports media and provided tools for a critical and objective interpretation of information.
Lecture 5: Beyond teaching physical education, what other professional paths are available?
Speakers: Athanasios (Sakis) Pappous, Pablo Gómez Iniesta and Argenis P. Vergara-Torres
Through an interactive format, different professional trajectories related to physical activity were explored, including real experiences and open dialogue with participants.
Lecture 6: Guidance and recommendations for choosing a postgraduate programme
Speaker: Oswaldo Ceballos Gurrola
The session outlined the types, purposes and characteristics of postgraduate education, offering criteria to support informed academic decisions.
Lecture 7: Using qualitative methods for comprehensive evaluation in physical education and sport (Presentation of the MOOC "Sport DIS-ABILITY")
Speaker: Athanasios (Sakis) Pappous
Qualitative tools for evaluation in educational and sport contexts were introduced, including strategies for data organization and analysis.
Lecture 8: Professional reflections and projections: “what the conference leaves me”
Activity coordinated by the organizing and scientific commitee
A collaborative and networking session where participants reflected on their learning and developed perspectives on their future professional pathways.
Moments from the 1st Edition
The inaugural edition of the Conference on Physical Activity Sciences and Quality of Life was held on December 10 and 11, 2025, in Acapulco, Mexico, with the participation of the Escuela Superior de Educación Física de Guerrero, the University of Bologna, the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León and the University of Barcelona.
More than 200 academics, professionals and students attended the conference, all interested in the study of physical activity and its relationship with quality of life. Throughout the event, a range of topics were addressed from both scientific and applied perspectives, fostering the exchange of ideas and critical discussion among participants.
Dr. Argenis P. Vergara-Torres
Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (Mexico)
Professor and researcher in physical activity and physical education, specializing in pedagogical processes and measurement in physical activity sciences, with teaching experience across multiple educational levels.
Dr. Pablo Gómez Iniesta
University of Barcelona (Spain)
Professor and researcher in political communication, sustainability and public diplomacy, with a background in journalism and political science and experience in teaching and international research.
Dr. Oswaldo Ceballos Gurrola
Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (Mexico)
Professor and researcher (National System of Researchers, Level 3) with extensive experience in physical education and sport management, specializing in public policy, doctoral training and academic development in sport.
Dr. Athanasios (Sakis) Pappous
University of Bologna (Italy)
The conference featured international specialists affiliated with institutions in Mexico, Italy and Spain, who contributed academic and professional perspectives on physical activity and quality of life.
Speakers
Programme
The activities of the inaugural edition were conducted over two days, combining lectures and interactive sessions aimed at connecting scientific evidence with professional practice.
Day 1
Day 2
The conference featured international specialists affiliated with institutions in Mexico, Italy and Spain, who contributed academic and professional perspectives on physical activity and quality of life.
The Conference on Physical Activity and Quality of Life is a scientific initiative led by researchers affiliated with institutions in Mexico, Italy and Spain. This website is intended for academic and informational purposes only.