The Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation (SECTI), will promote the 5th State Conference on Science, Technology and Innovation on April 2 and 3, at the Theater of the State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ). The theme of the conference: “Science, Technology and Innovation for a Just, Sustainable and Progressive Rio de Janeiro”, will be discussed and clarified in the presence of the Secretary of State for Science, Technology and Innovation, Mauro Azevedo, the Undersecretaries of the Department and renowned speakers/experts in the field. Tickets are free via the link https://www.sympla.com.br/evento/5-conferencia-estadual-de-ciencia-tecnologia-e-inovacao-do-rio-de-janeiro/2398950.

With the aim of increasing the political scope of the Conference's decisions and recommendations, the aim is to ensure the participation and participation of units from outside the world of academia, research institutes and innovative companies. Members of the executive, legislative and judicial authorities, from the federal and state spheres, were invited to attend the conference, which also included the business sector, youth from civil society, women and others.

Science, Technology and Innovation (CT&I) conferences have become important forums for discussion and expression from different segments of society about the sector. The meetings discuss ways and means of building public policies and developing the state.

A unique platform to strengthen strategic partnerships, promote economic development and stimulate the creation of high-quality job opportunities in innovative sectors is one of the most prominent features of the program.

The conference is an essential forum for promoting dialogue, collaboration and policy development related to science, technology and innovation in our state. By bringing together various sector stakeholders, such as government leaders, academics, business people, researchers and civil society representatives, SECTI seeks to create an enabling environment for the exchange of ideas and experiences, as well as identify opportunities to enhance growth and competitiveness in our ICT field. The sector in the state and the country.

About the event

The conference will be held in person around a series of roundtables, lectures and side events. These sessions will address topics relevant to science, technology and innovation, including public policy, investments in R&D, entrepreneurship, technological innovation, health, women in science, basic science, the state system of guidance, technology and innovation (CT&I) and others.

The Fifth State Congress is the responsibility of the Organizing Committee of the State Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation – SECTI, in partnership with the State University of Rio de Janeiro – UERJ, the State University of Norte Fluminense – UENF, and the Fundação de Amparo. à Research of the State of Rio de Janeiro – FAPERJ, the Foundation for the Support of Technical Schools – FAETEC and the Center of Science and Higher Distance Education of the State of Rio de Janeiro – Foundation CECIERJ, units linked to the State Secretariat of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The innovation that will host this event.