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Upcoming Educational & Scientific Events

Explore key conferences, fairs, and research opportunities aligned with our mission of education, sustainability, and innovation. The Trinity Foundation also supports emerging environmental technologies through small innovation grants and collaborative research programs.

Events in Brazil

  • GEduc 2026
    March 25–27, 2026 | São Paulo, SP
    Brazil’s major educational management congress focused on leadership, innovation, and strategy in education.
  • Bett Brasil 2026
    May 5–8, 2026 | São Paulo, SP
    Latin America’s largest education + technology event, connecting educators, vendors, and policymakers.
  • 21ª Rabbit Crescer 2026
    August 25–26, 2026 | São Paulo, SP
    A key congress + expo for private-school leadership, covering management, growth, and operational excellence.
  • CIECITEC 2026 (VII)
    October 22–23, 2026 | Santo Ângelo, RS
    International Congress on Science & Technology Education, highlighting research, innovation, and teaching practice.
  • XII CONEDU 2026
    October 8–11, 2026 | Campina Grande, PB
    One of Brazil’s largest education congresses, convening educators, administrators, and researchers nationwide.
  • GEduc 2027
    Dates TBA | Brazil
    Annual convening of education leaders focused on management, innovation, and institutional transformation.
  • Bett Brasil 2027
    Dates TBA | São Paulo, SP
    The region’s flagship EdTech event—program and dates typically announced on the official site first.
  • Rabbit Crescer 2027
    Dates TBA | São Paulo, SP
    Leadership-focused congress + expo for schools and education operators.
  • CONEDU 2027
    Dates TBA | Brazil
    National education congress; dates and host city are typically published closer to the event cycle.

International Events

  • ASTE Annual Conference 2026
    January 14–17, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois, USA
    Association for Science Teacher Education’s annual conference on science teacher prep, research, and practice.
  • NARST 2026 Annual International Conference
    April 19–22, 2026 | Seattle, Washington, USA
    Global forum for science education research, methods, and evidence-based teaching innovations.
  • NSTA National Conference 2026 (Anaheim)
    April 15–18, 2026 | Anaheim, California, USA
    NSTA’s spring flagship event for science & STEM educators: instruction, leadership, and classroom-ready practice.
  • ISTELive 26
    June 28 – July 1, 2026 | Orlando, Florida, USA
    Major education technology conference focused on modern instruction, AI, digital citizenship, and implementation.
  • Bett Asia 2026
    September 23–24, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    EdTech community event connecting government, institutions, and vendors across Asia and beyond.
  • ESERA Summer School 2026
    June 30 – July 3, 2026 | Luxembourg
    Research training and community-building program for science education researchers (ESERA).
  • NASA Space Apps Challenge 2026
    Dates TBA | Worldwide
    Global hackathon using NASA open data to solve real-world challenges across Earth and space science themes.
  • ASTE Annual Conference 2027
    January 6–9, 2027 | Providence, Rhode Island, USA
    Annual convening of science teacher educators and researchers.
  • NSTA National Conference 2027 (Boston)
    March 17–20, 2027 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
    NSTA’s national conference for science/STEM teaching, leadership, and professional learning.
  • ISTELive 27
    June 27–30, 2027 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
    Global EdTech event featuring practice-driven sessions and large expo ecosystem.
  • ESERA Conference 2027
    August 30 – September 3, 2027 | Málaga, Spain
    European Science Education Research Association’s major research conference.
  • NASA Space Apps Challenge 2027
    Dates TBA | Worldwide
    International hackathon (local + virtual events) centered on NASA datasets and science/engineering challenges.

Innovation Grants & Research Opportunities

The Trinity Foundation encourages researchers, students, and innovators to explore opportunities that advance environmental sustainability, conservation technology, and ecological science. Below are several recurring grant programs and proposal cycles aligned with our mission.

  • Trinity Environmental Innovation Grant (Pilot Program)
    Application Window: March 1 – May 15, 2026
    Small research and prototype grants supporting projects related to biodiversity monitoring, sustainable agriculture, water resource management, and conservation technologies.
  • Brazil National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq)
    Typical Calls: April–June annually
    Federal research funding for scientific and technological innovation projects across Brazil, including environmental sciences and sustainability initiatives.
  • FAPESC Innovation & Research Grants
    Expected Calls: May–July annually | Santa Catarina, Brazil
    State research funding supporting universities, startups, and research institutions in environmental monitoring, digital technologies, and applied science.
  • National Geographic Society – Exploration Grants
    Rolling Applications Throughout the Year
    Supports scientific exploration, conservation initiatives, and technology development that advance understanding of ecosystems and biodiversity.
  • NASA Earth Science & Technology Grants
    Typical Proposal Cycle: February–May annually
    Funding for Earth observation, environmental monitoring, and remote sensing technologies that contribute to understanding global ecosystems.
  • European Commission Horizon Europe – Climate & Environment Calls
    Proposal Windows: Spring and Fall Annually
    Large-scale research funding for international collaborations focused on climate resilience, environmental protection, and sustainable technologies.
  • Global Innovation Fund
    Applications Accepted Year-Round
    Supports breakthrough technologies and scalable solutions addressing global development and environmental challenges.

Researchers and organizations interested in collaborating with the Trinity Foundation or conducting field research at Villa Angélica are encouraged to contact us regarding partnership opportunities and pilot projects.