MCTI Guides Pernambuco Municipalities on Accessing Science and Technology Programs at 9th Congress
MCTI engaged with Pernambuco municipalities at their 9th Congress to facilitate access to federal science and technology programs, highlighting infrastructure enhancement and public engagement initiatives.
- • MCTI participated in the 9th Pernambuco Municipal Congress to guide municipalities on federal science and technology programs.
- • The 'Mais Ciência na Escola' program was a major focus, aiming to improve educational infrastructure with maker and robotics labs.
- • MCTI launched the 'Prêmio Pop Ciência 2026' to recognize efforts in science popularization, with applications open until May 21.
- • The ministry also highlighted support for innovation environments like incubators and entrepreneurship spaces.
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The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI) actively participated in the 9th Pernambuco Municipal Congress on April 27 and 28, focusing on helping municipal managers navigate federal science and technology programs. At the event, MCTI set up a booth to provide direct guidance to mayors, secretaries, and technical teams on how to access and benefit from initiatives designed to boost science and innovation at the municipal level.
A key highlight was the 'Mais Ciência na Escola' program, which drew significant interest for its aim to enhance educational infrastructure through the establishment of maker labs, computer labs, and robotics labs in schools. Luiz Rodrigues, head of MCTI's Special Advisory for Parliamentary Affairs, emphasized tailoring program portfolios to meet municipal needs and highlighted efforts to foster innovation environments such as incubators and entrepreneurship spaces.
Additionally, MCTI announced the launch of the 'Prêmio Pop Ciência 2026', aimed at recognizing excellence in popularizing science across nine categories, including scientific communicators and cultural spaces. Applications for the award are open until May 21. Minister Luciana Santos noted the award's role in stimulating curiosity and honoring diverse contributions to science dissemination nationwide.
MCTI's engagement at the Congress reflects a strategic effort to facilitate municipal access to federal science, technology, and innovation initiatives, often involving public notices and parliamentary amendments. This approach strengthens the connection between federal policies and local management, enabling municipalities to drive technological advancement and innovation more effectively.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
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Event dates
Sources report different dates for the event.
gov.br
"The event is on October 27 and 28."
radardigitalbrasilia.com.br
"The event is held on March 27-28."
Why this matters: One source states the event is on October 27-28, while the other claims it occurred on March 27-28. This discrepancy significantly affects the understanding of when the event took place.