Registrations Open for XVIII Mostra Estadual de Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação in Mato Grosso
Mato Grosso's Secretary for Science opens registration for the XVIII MECTI, a hybrid science and innovation event with scholarships and awards.
- • Registrations open from May 11 to 25, 2026, for the XVIII MECTI in Mato Grosso.
- • Event held in hybrid format with regional stages across six areas of the state.
- • Eligible participants are students from public and private schools in grades 8 and 9, high school, and technical education.
- • Awards include smartphones, 20 Junior Scientific Initiation scholarships, and entry opportunities to FEBRACE.
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The Secretary of State for Science, Technology and Innovation of Mato Grosso (Seciteci-MT) has officially opened registrations for the XVIII Mostra Estadual de Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação (MECTI). Students from public and private schools across Mato Grosso, including those in 8th and 9th grades, high school, and technical vocational education, can submit projects from May 11 to 25, 2026. The event encourages innovative solutions in Sciences, Engineering, and the Creative Economy.
MECTI will follow a hybrid format this year, allowing presentations both online and in-person, enhancing inclusivity across various municipalities. Regional events will occur in six areas: Southeast (Campo Verde), North (Sorriso), Northeast (Água Boa), Northwest (Juara), Central-South (Cuiabá), and Southwest (Cáceres). Participants who excel at regional stages will advance to the state-level competition, scheduled for October 21-23 in Cuiabá, coinciding with the 23rd National Week of Science and Technology.
Incentives include smartphones awarded to winners in each category and level, and 20 Junior Scientific Initiation scholarships in partnership with the State Foundation for Research Support of Mato Grosso (Fapemat). Outstanding projects in high school and technical categories may qualify for FEBRACE, Brazil's largest science fair.
This decentralized, multi-stage approach aims to foster scientific creativity and promote research among students in Mato Grosso, supporting the development of innovative solutions to social, environmental, and technological challenges. According to Seciteci, the event represents a key platform for showcasing science and technology talents in the state and encouraging continuous academic and research engagement.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
