Brazilian Students Shine in October Science and Technology Events

Several science and technology events across Brazil this October 2026 have showcased the innovative projects and research efforts of local students. Notably, students from Escola Sesi in Aparecida do Taboado gained top honors at the FECITEL science fair held on October 2 at the Federal Institute of Mato Grosso do Sul's Três Lagoas campus. Their projects, including C.A.M.P.O., an automated irrigation system designed to reduce water waste for small-scale agriculture and reforestation, secured first place, while ALPHATELLOS, a low-cost robot for archaeological exploration built with LEGO Mindstorms EV3 components, won second place. These projects, guided by teachers Mohab Angelo Pedroso and Helena de Araújo, illustrate the successful practical application of robotics and scientific inquiry to address real-world challenges.

Meanwhile, the Fundação de Apoio ao Desenvolvimento do Ensino, Ciência e Tecnologia do Mato Grosso do Sul (Fundect) is supporting a significant cohort of 469 student scholarship recipients from 26 municipalities participating in the 2026 Feira de Tecnologias, Engenharia e Ciências de Mato Grosso do Sul (FETEC-MS) from October 18 to 21 at the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul in Campo Grande. These students will present a total of 100 scientific projects, benefiting from Fundect's ongoing investment of R$ 7.5 million in scholarships through the PICTEC program, which promotes scientific and technological initiation.

Additionally, the Instituto Federal de São Paulo (IFSP) Campus Barretos is hosting the Semana Nacional de Ciência e Tecnologia between October 19 and 23. This event includes a Science and Technology Show running from October 21 to 23, inviting broad community participation to engage with student projects and research.

These events collectively underscore Brazil's commitment to fostering youth engagement in science and technology, providing platforms for knowledge exchange, and encouraging sustainable, innovative solutions for societal benefit. They also highlight regional collaboration and institutional support across educational and scientific communities.