The Social Appropriation of Knowledge Conferences of the Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira provide an academic forum where research aimed at addressing contemporary challenges through innovation, technology, and interdisciplinary collaboration is shared. The works compiled in this volume reflect the University's commitment to generating applied knowledge that promotes sustainable development, social well-being, and productive competitiveness. Through studies on generative artificial intelligence in education, electric mobility, metrological systems for the coffee supply chain, and the optimization of distributed generation projects, this book demonstrates how research contributes to the development of solutions with regional impact and global relevance. Collectively, the chapters highlight the role of emerging technologies, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration among universities, industry, and society as key drivers of transformation. This volume reaffirms the commitment of the Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira to the social appropriation of knowledge by fostering collaborative ecosystems and generating transformative knowledge that strengthens sustainability, innovation, and human development in an increasingly interconnected world.