Portfolio
Portfolio
About me
Matías Castillo-Aguilar is a dedicated researcher and data analyst at NIM-ACh, focusing on the area of cardiac autonomic modulation and its role on exercise-induced adaptations. With a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Magallanes University, Matías brings a strong academic foundation to his work.
His research explores the effects of exercise and physical activity on various populations, including athletes, older individuals, and those in extreme environments. By delving into the intricacies of these effects, Matías seeks to uncover valuable insights and contribute to our understanding of human physiology.
Beyond his experience in research, Matías possesses extensive knowledge in statistical modeling. This proficiency enables him to employ advanced statistical methods in his analyses, providing a comprehensive examination of the data. By effectively translating complex data into meaningful knowledge, Matías facilitates informed decision-making and drives further advancements in the field.
Research areas of interest
Cardiac Autonomic Modulation Neurophysiology Exercise Physiology Strength and Conditioning Biomechanics Bayesian Statistics
Research
During my research career, my primary focus has been on investigating the effects of exercise and physical activity on cardiac autonomic modulation in two specific populations: athletes and older individuals. This line of inquiry has allowed me to delve into the intricate relationship between exercise and cardiac autonomic modulation, while also exploring the influence of various variables to develop a comprehensive understanding.
In addition to my core research, I have actively pursued collaborative opportunities beyond my primary domain. Leveraging my expertise in applied statistics and Bayesian data analysis, I have contributed valuable insights to these collaborative efforts. This multidisciplinary approach has broadened my research horizons and facilitated the exchange of knowledge across different fields.
In the following section, I provide a concise summary of my research undertakings since 2021. These endeavors have not only shaped my expertise but have also made significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge in my field.
2024
Relationship between stress levels, sleep quality, and physical activity in medical university students. ARS MEDICA.
Original research
Katalina Marín-Lagos, Oscar Ramirez-Barrientos, Joaquín Mecardo-Cárcamo, Manuel Velásquez-Cárdenas, Matías Castillo-Aguilar Jonathan Henríquez Luhr, Oscar Adolfo Niño Mendez & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Occurrence, residency, and habitat characterization of leopard seals in Chile. Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution.
Original research
Renato Borras-Chavez, Rodrigo L. Soteres, Gabriela Gómez-González, Francisco Martínez, Nicolás Fernández-Ferrada, Matías Castillo-Aguilar Fredy Moreno Azua, Catherine Dougnac, Cristóbal Arredondo, Nicholi Brown, Emily S. Sperou, Carolina A Bonin, Michael E Goebel, Alicia I Guerrero, Marcelo Donke & Sarah Kienle
Eccentric-induced delayed-onset muscle soreness impairs cardiac autonomic activity in adolescent athletes: a pre-experimental study. Retos.
Original research
Matías Mabe-Castro, Diego Mabe-Castro, Matías Castillo-Aguilar Manuel Vera Carrasco, Pablo Valdés-Badilla, Eduardo Guzman-Muñoz, Sergio Cares Barrientos, Oscar Niño Mendez & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Associations between physical fitness, body composition, and heart rate variability during exercise in older people: exploring mediating factors. PeerJ.
Original research
Diego A. Mabe-Castro, Matías Castillo-Aguilar Matías Mabe, Ruby Méndez Muñoz, Carla Basualto-Alarcón & Cristian Núñez Espinosa
Progresión de la gestión emocional, la depresión y la actividad física en alumnos universitarios: un estudio piloto. Sello Editorial Universidad de Cundinamarca.
Chapter
Caren Alvarado-Aravena, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Claudia Estrada Goic & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
The High Sensitivity of Sensory Processing and its relationship with postural balance in older people. Retos.
Original research
Leyla Huirimilla Casanova, Jonathan Henrriquez Luhr, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Antonio Chacón, Manuela Perez-Chacón, Katherine Harris King , Alexies Dagnino-Subiabre, Eduardo Guzmán-Muñoz & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Anthropometric analysis and body composition in women rugby seven players training athigh southern latitudes: comparison by playing position (backs vs. forwards). Journal of Movement and Health.
Original research
Marcelo Andrade, Rodrigo Valdés Carrion, Matías Castillo-Aguilar & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Frailty, Seasonal Sensitivity and Health-related Quality of Life in Older People Living in High Southern Latitudes: a Bayesian Analysis. Canadian Geriatrics Journal.
Original research
Diego Mabe-Castro, Karen Tobar Gómez, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Sebastián Jannas-Velas, Eduardo Guzmán-Muñóz, Pablo Valdés-Badilla & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
2023
Physical activity, seasonal sensitivity and psychological well-being of people of different age groups living in extreme environments. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.
Original research
Caren Alvarado-Aravena, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Valeska Villegas, Claudia Estrada Goic, Katherine Harris, Patricio Barría, Michele Moraes, Thiago Mendes, Rosa Arantes, Pablo Valdés-Badilla & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Validity and reliability of short-term heart rate variability parameters in older people in response to physical exercise. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.
Original research
Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Matías Mabe Castro, Diego Mabe Castro, Pablo Valdés-Badilla, Tomás Herrera-Valenzuela, Eduardo Guzmán-Muñoz, Morin Lang, Oscar Niño Méndez & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Cardiac autonomic regulation in response to functional power threshold testing in elite cyclists. Revista Andaluza de Medicina del Deporte.
Original research
Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Diego Mabe Castro, Matías Mabe Castro, Valeska Oyarzo, Katherine Harris, Pablo Valdés-Badilla, Pedro Delgado Floody, Javiera Gonzalez & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
2022
Functional characterization of patients with cerebral palsy living in the Magallanes region and the Chilean Antarctic. Andes pediatrica.
Original research
Patricio Barría Aburto, Vanessa Ruiz Barría, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Rolando Aguilar Cárdenas, Asterio Andrade Gallardo & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Relationship of cardiorespiratory control and vascular compliance in competitive young athletes. Revista Andaluza de Medicina del Deporte.
Original research
Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Hector Felipe Retamal Matus, Roberto Santa Cruz, Ygor Tinoco Martins, Oscar Niño Méndez & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Clinical characteristics, comorbidity, and laboratory variables associated with hospitalization and mortality in older people with Covid-19: A systematic review. Revista Cientı́fica Salud Uninorte.
Systematic review
Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Vania Castillo-Aguilar, Caren Alvarado-Aravena, Rodrigo Yáñez-Yáñez, Zoila Esperanza Leiton-Espinoza & Igor Cigarroa
Effect of confinement on anxiety symptoms and sleep quality during the COVID-19 pandemic. Behavioral Sciences.
Original research
Caren Alvarado-Aravena, Karem Arriaza, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Karen Flores, Alexies Dagnino-Subiabre, Claudia Estrada-Goic & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
2021
Association between body mass index and regulation of the cardiovascular system in medical students. Archivos de Medicina (Manizales).
Original research
Caren Alvarado-Aravena, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Hector Felipe Retamal Matus, Claudia Estrada Goic & Cristian Núñez Espinosa.
Cardiac autonomic modulation in response to muscle fatigue and sex differences during consecutive competition periods in young swimmers: A longitudinal study. Frontiers in Physiology.
Original research
Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Pablo Valdés-Badilla, Tomás Herrera-Valenzuela, Eduardo Guzmán-Muñoz, Pedro Delgado-Floody, David Cristóbal Andrade, Michele Moraes, Rosa Arantes & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Propiedades cinemáticas de rodilla en respuesta a la posición de cuclillas: Implicancias para la rehabilitación. Congreso IBERDISCAP.
Conference article
Katherine Harris King, Matías Castillo-Aguilar, Patricio Barría, Rolando Aguilar, Hector Felipe Retamal & Cristian Núñez-Espinosa
Software & Web design
Over the years I have encountered multiple challenges, both academic and personal. In these contexts, being able to use the tools that a digitalized world offers us is vital to be able to adapt in a world that evolves in a complex and dynamic way every second. In this way, and in a self-taught way, I have cultivated technological and computer skills in response to these challenges. Below, I show the projects I have developed, both in terms of web design and intermediate products of published research projects that I have led and collaborated.
NIM-ACh 1
Website
Research group that studies cardiac autonomic regulation in athletes, older adults and in extreme environments.
Bayesically Speaking
Website
Personal website and blog where I write about statistics and showcase my past research and related projects.
youngSwimmers
R package
Data package from the young swimmers study.
AnxietySleep
R package
Data package from the anxiety and sleep study.
prices
R package
Helper functions for services prices estimation based on time-dependent work.
mammals
R package
Tools for population dynamics analysis.
Footnotes
Chilean Austral Molecular Integrative Neurophysiology by its acronym in Spanish.↩︎