The University of Burgos (UBU) organized the First Fair of Science and Technology of Castilla y Leon with the aim of enhancing scientific and technological knowledge among students of primary, secondary (ESO), baccalaureate and vocational training (FP).

Among the various activities of the day one of the highlights was the first Educational Robotics Tournament of the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) - Burgos. This competition brings together young people from all around the world to solve problems creatively through challenging and educational robot competitions. The main criteria of the WRO is that robots must be built using LEGO materials with no help from the coaches. Burgos hosted the competition following the lead of several other major Spanish cities that have previously hosted the WRO namely, Barcelona, Vigo, Tenerife and Malaga.

Another highlight was the first competition for scientific research and dissemination, whose theme was "Hands on Science" primarily aimed at primary, secondary, high school and vocational training. Various workshops such as robotics, chemistry, nutrition and the mounting of mini-satellites were also conducted, according to information gathered by the UBU DiCYT.

Among the many activities that took place was the presentation of the project LIFE + Integral Carbon poster including an in-depth explanation.

Source: FBC/DICYT