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= Udistrital.edu.co =

The Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas (commonly referred to as Universidad Distrital or UD) is a public research university located in Bogotá, Colombia. Here are the key points about this institution:

== History and Overview ==

- Founded in 1948 as the Municipal University of Bogotá
- Renamed to Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas in 1957 when Bogotá became a special district
- It is the second most important public university in Bogotá after the National University of Colombia
- Current student population of over 26,000

== Academic Structure ==

- Offers 70 academic programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Includes 5 main faculties:
  - Faculty of Engineering 
  - Faculty of Science and Education
  - Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources
  - Faculty of Arts (ASAB)
  - Faculty of Technology
- Also has specialized institutes like the Language Institute (ILUD)

== Research and Publications ==

- Publishes several academic journals, including:
  - Ingeniería (focused on engineering and technology)
  - Colombian Applied Linguistics Journal 
  - Revista Científica (multidisciplinary science journal)
- Emphasizes research across disciplines

== Campus and Facilities ==

- Main campus located in the La Macarena neighborhood of Bogotá
- Additional buildings and facilities spread across the city
- Includes specialized labs, libraries, and cultural spaces

== Online Presence ==

- Official website: www.udistrital.edu.co
- Offers virtual learning platforms and resources for students
- Publishes open access academic content through its journals and repositories

== Institutional Characteristics ==

- Public university funded by the Bogotá Capital District
- Follows a model of open access education
- Emphasizes social responsibility and community engagement
- Member of several national and international academic associations

The university aims to be a leading institution in Colombia for research, technological innovation, and social impact through education. It has a strong focus on serving the needs of Bogotá and the surrounding region while also pursuing international collaborations and recognition.