The Nicaraguan Council of Science and Technology (Conicyt) informs that it keeps open the calls for participation in the Youth Mobile Applications Contest and the second edition of the Nicaraguan Astronomy Olympiad.
Luis Antonio Reyes, Head of Disclosure of the Conicyt, indicated that the first contest is intended to promote youth development of mobile applications that are aimed at solving problems or needs of society.
Young people can develop different applications as well as their creativity and ingenuity.
Reyes mentioned that the contest covers various topics such as health, entertainment, education, tourism, SMEs, social inclusion and has two categories: Advanced and Hobbyist.
“The idea is that the kids in these areas look for how to find some type of need that is latent and that they can develop, and give it a solution through an application “, he pointed.
Participants must be between the ages of 14 and 30, be developing mobile applications and that the application they develop does not violate any copyright. They can present them individually or in groups.
In addition, Rigoberto Ramos, Head of Promotion of Scientific Vocations at Conicyt, He mentioned that this call has been open since May 06 and ends on June 11. The defense of the applications will be on September 21.
Those interested can visit www.conicyt.gob.ni where you can download the contest rules and also fill out the online registration form.
Nicaraguan Astronomy Olympiad Contest
Also, with the Nicaraguan Astronomy Olympiad Contest It is intended to encourage high school students aged 14 to 19, the study of astronomy and related sciences.
This contest comprises two phases: The first consists of entering the Conicyt site and registering. They will then take an online exam, from the results of which 10 students will be selected.
Ramos explained that the second phase includes the selection of the three best qualifications as the winners, who will have the opportunity to participate in the Latin American Astronomy Olympiad in Peru.
The registration period ends on June 12.
The winners of the contests will be rewarded with economic incentives or with technological equipment.
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