José Antonio Bagur Nájera
José Antonio Bagur Nájera is the coordinator of the aerospace laboratory at the University of the Valley of Guatemala (UVG). He played a pivotal role in the development of Quetzal-1, Guatemala's first satellite, which successfully launched into space in March 2020. Bagur emphasizes the importance of this achievement in showcasing the talent and potential for scientific and technological advancement in Guatemala. His involvement in the project began with the CanSat competition, leading to the establishment of a formal aerospace lab that fosters innovation and education among students.
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José Antonio Bagur Nájera is the coordinator of the Aerospace Laboratory at UVG and is leading the development of the Quetzal-2 satellite.
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Guatemala· 2025-10-27José Antonio Bagur Nájera, coordinator of the aerospace laboratory at UVG, asserts that Quetzal-1 marked a turning point for science and technology in Guatemala.
Qué logró el Quetzal-1, el primer satélite de Guatemala y qué innovación viene con su sucesorGuatemala· 2025-08-04
