Brazil's SBPC launches 78th annual science meeting, continent's biggest
The Sociedade Brasileira para o Progresso da Ciência (SBPC) opened its 78th annual meeting on 26 July, running through 1 August, at the Universidade Federal Fluminense campus in Niterói, Brazil. The event, billed as the largest scientific gathering in Latin America, expects around 50,000 attendees and will host more than 250 activities.
The theme “Science for all: sovereignty, development and inclusion” was chosen by SBPC director Ana Tereza Ribeiro de Vasconcelos, who said it reflects science’s role in societal transformation. About 500 speakers from 23 Brazilian states will present across roughly 20 thematic tracks, with coordinator Andrea Macedo highlighting topics such as artificial intelligence and rare‑earth exploration. The programme also includes cultural presentations, exhibitions and free public access.
Entities: Ana Tereza Ribeiro de Vasconcelos · Andrea Macedo · Antônio Claudio Lucas da Nóbrega · Niterói · Sociedade Brasileira para o Progresso da Ciência (SBPC) · Sociedade Brasileira pelo Progresso da Ciência (SBPC) · Universidade Federal Fluminense
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- [● 20 SOURCES] The theme of the event is “Science for all: sovereignty, development and inclusion.” (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] Approximately 500 speakers from 23 Brazilian states will take part. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] SBPC director Ana Tereza Ribeiro de Vasconcelos said the theme aligns with science as a tool for societal transformation. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] The SBPC is holding its 78th annual meeting from Sunday, 26 July to Saturday, 1 August. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] Coordinator Andrea Macedo said discussions will cover topics such as artificial intelligence and rare‑earth exploration. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] About 50,000 people are expected to attend. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] The event is considered the largest scientific meeting in Latin America. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)
- [● 20 SOURCES] More than 250 activities will be held at the campus of the Universidade Federal Fluminense in Niterói. (bb38a2a0-1b0f-4056-b6f1-530f83c63e5f)