Brazil Hosts Major Scientific and Robotics Educational Events in October 2026

From October 18 to 24, 2026, Brazil is spotlighting scientific and technological education through two prominent events dedicated to fostering student engagement and innovation.

In Mato Grosso do Sul, the Fundação de Apoio ao Desenvolvimento do Ensino, Ciência e Tecnologia do Estado (Fundect) is presenting 100 scientific projects by 469 students at the Feira de Tecnologias, Engenharias e Ciências (FETEC-MS) held at the Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) in Campo Grande. These participants, part of the PICTEC program, include 142 students from Campo Grande and 327 from the state’s interior. Fundect has invested R$ 7.5 million in 2025 to support 1,000 students and 250 projects, with the program cumulatively investing R$ 24.7 million since 2021. The event fosters networking among students and offers awards, including the Special FETEC-MS/Fundect prize.

Meanwhile, in Campos dos Goytacazes, Rio de Janeiro, the III Mostra de Robótica das Escolas Municipais will take place from October 21 to 24 in Jardim São Benedito. Featuring projects from 41 municipal schools, the free-entry event focuses on integrating robotics into education, particularly in Mathematics and Science. The 2026 theme, "Robótica por Elas: Tecnologia que empodera, transforma e protege," emphasizes female empowerment and acknowledges women’s contributions to science and technology. Anna Karina Azevedo, Deputy Secretary of Science and Technology, highlighted that educational robotics empowers students to move from device users to creators of technological solutions. Luciane Morais, Educational Technologies Manager, underscored the intent to showcase female scientists and inventors.

These initiatives illustrate Brazil’s commitment to advancing STEM education in public schools through engaging and inclusive platforms that promote research, creativity, and gender diversity in science and technology.