Education Brazil Project #58437

Technology Education Program-AlphaBots#1860 First

by Instituto Alpha Lumen

Project Report | Jun 26, 2026
AlphaBots Tenth Report

By Adriana Gutierrez Galicia | Project Manager

Project Highlights

The Alphabots #1860 robotics team empowers high school students to become future leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Through the internationally recognized FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), students take the lead in designing, building, programming, and testing an industrial-scale robot while developing teamwork, leadership, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

This season, the team achieved outstanding results in two official regional competitions, demonstrating technical excellence, resilience, and collaboration. Strong robot performance earned the team a place in the playoff rounds and reinforced its reputation as one of Brazil's leading educational robotics teams.

Beyond competitions, Alphabots continues to expand its social impact by inspiring other young people to explore STEM. Students led hands-on workshops, participated in science outreach events, and introduced robotics activities in public schools using the XRP educational platform. After being selected as STEM OS ambassadors in Brazil, the team began bringing robotics kits and practical learning experiences to underserved students, making technology more accessible to the next generation.

The project's impact is also reflected in the achievements of its students. During this period, team members earned prestigious international opportunities, including full scholarships to leading universities and summer programs in the United States, Europe, and China. Others were selected to represent Brazil in international robotics competitions and joined highly competitive educational and professional development programs.

These accomplishments demonstrate how robotics education extends far beyond engineering. It builds confidence, expands opportunities, and equips young people with the skills to become innovators and leaders capable of transforming their communities.

With the support of donors and partners, Alphabots will continue expanding STEM education in public schools, developing new educational initiatives, and creating life-changing opportunities for talented students. Every investment helps empower the next generation of scientists, engineers, and changemakers while inspiring many more young people to imagine—and build—a better future.

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Mar 3, 2026
AlphaBots - NinethReport

By Adriana Gutierrez Galicia | Project Manager

Project Overview

The project aims to reduce digital illiteracy, combat school dropout rates, and spark students’ interest in learning by encouraging vocations and creating opportunities for talented students in Robotics and Programming. It also promotes a work culture grounded in values and social skills, providing support to children and young people with high potential who face barriers to accessing Science and Technology due to social vulnerability.

In recent months, the team has made consistent progress in its mission to democratize access to STEM, combining technical excellence with social impact. With the start of the season of the FIRST Robotics Competition, students and mentors immersed themselves in the most strategic phase of the year, structuring the robot’s full development — from challenge analysis to final systems integration.

Key highlights from this period include:

Definition of the robot’s strategy based on technical analysis and competitive objectives.
Development and comparative testing of prototypes to support data-driven decision-making.
Integration of mechanical, electrical, and programming systems.
Preparation and submission of materials for awards such as the Leadership Award, Woodie Flowers Award, and Impact Award.

Alongside competition preparation, the team expanded its educational outreach. In partnership with the Molex Foundation in Africa, students delivered an online class on aerodynamics and applied physics, teaching participants how to build rockets using recyclable, low-cost materials. The initiative connected theory and practice, broadened access to scientific knowledge, and strengthened youth leadership.

The impact is also reflected in the academic achievements of team members, who have earned admissions and scholarships at leading institutions such as Insper, Inteli, Universidade Federal de Itajubá, and Universidade de Taubaté, in addition to participating in programs offered by Fundação Estudar.

Together, these actions demonstrate a project that develops leadership, expands academic opportunities, and generates sustainable educational impact. The continuity and expansion of these initiatives depend on strengthened partnerships and financial investment, which are essential to ensure that more young people gain access to science, technology, and transformative opportunities.

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www.alphalumen.org.br

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Nov 3, 2025
AlphaBots - Eighth Report

By Adriana Gutierrez Galicia | Project Manager

Project Overview

The project aims to reduce digital illiteracy, combat school dropout, and spark students’ interest in learning by encouraging their natural talents and creating opportunities for those skilled in Robotics and Programming. It also promotes a culture of work grounded in values and social-emotional skills, providing support to children and young people with high potential who face barriers to accessing Science and Technology due to social vulnerability.

The Alphabots 1860 – FIRST Robotics Competition (@frc1860), representing the Alpha Lumen Institute in partnership with TEAGA/B&S Solutions and Vallenge, proudly took part in the FIRST Championship 2025.

It was a moment of great pride and achievement for the entire team, which brought its creativity, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit to one of the world’s largest robotics events.
Their participation was the result of months of commitment, teamwork, and dedication from both students and mentors.

Beyond preparing for the competition, students actively engaged in a continuous process of technical improvement.

They studied new ways to enhance the robot, performed preventive maintenance, and implemented adjustments to optimize its performance.
Throughout this journey, they also took part in theoretical and hands-on robotics classes, deepening their knowledge in programming, mechanics, electronics, and teamwork.

This participation represents not only a milestone for the team but also an inspiring example of how scientific education can transform lives and open new paths for the future.

Since August 2025, the Alphabots team has taken part in several events that connect technology with purpose.

In the second semester alone, the team joined four major initiatives — Tech Valley Summit, Conexão Juventude, N.K.P Ita, and Science and Business Connection.

At each event, the team shared its story, ran workshops, showcased the robot, and inspired new generations to engage with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
They also competed in the Off-Season event in Porto Alegre, where they trained new members in both presentation and field operations — and proudly earned the champion title.

These experiences strengthened not only the students’ technical skills but also essential values such as leadership, communication, responsibility, and confidence.

More than building robots, Alphabots builds people — young individuals who believe in the positive impact they can create in the world through science, technology, and collaboration.

Support Alphabots 1860 and help us continue transforming lives through education and innovation.

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https://www.alphalumen.org.br/

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