2026 Edition
In this section, you will find all the necessary information to participate in the 8th edition of #científiques. Remember that participation is open to scientists from public and private entities in Catalonia, as well as 6th-grade primary school and 1st-year secondary school students from Catalan educational centers. If you have any questions, please refer to the FAQS section.
#científiques 2026 Calendar
Registration
Registration will be open from November 4 to December 22, 2025. In the Sign up section of the website, you will find the registration forms for both #científiques and schools, along with the instructions to follow.
Matching
From December 22, 2025, to January 12, 2026, we will work on matching #científiques with educational centers. Between January 13 and 23, we will inform you of the results so that you can coordinate.
#científiques Meet-up
On January 27, 2026, all participating #científiques are invited to this event, which will be held at the Casa Convalescència of the Hospital de la Santa Creu i de Sant Pau (UAB Campus Barcelona). We will update you with further details about the #científiques Meet-up soon.
Talks
On February 11, 2026, International Day of Women and Girls in Science, women scientists participating in #científiques will give talks to 6th grade primary school students and 1st year secondary school students across Catalonia. If this date doesn’t work for your talk, feel free to arrange another date with your assigned scientist or school.
Training for Educators: "#científiques: Beyond 11F". Online and recognized by the Department of Education and Vocational Training of the Government of Catalonia.
Description
The course #científiques: Beyond February 11 is a 15-hour accredited training designed to support educators and teaching staff participating in the #científiques initiative. It provides practical tools and resources for integrating science and STEM identity into classroom activities for students in 6th grade of primary school and 1st year of secondary school.
The course is delivered entirely in Catalan. For more details, please visit the Catalan language page.
Training for Scientists: Workshop to Prepare Your Talk
Is this your first time with #científiques, and would you like some initial feedback on your talk? Want to rethink your presentation? Looking for fresh ideas or a new approach?
Sign up for this collaborative workshop where, alongside other #cientifiques participants and professionals in science communication and outreach, you will:
- Review scientific communication tools to explain your research and tailor it to 6th-grade and 1st-year secondary school students.
- Share a brief overview of your talk in small groups.
- Receive feedback and ideas to enhance your presentation.
SESSIONS
27 January, 9.30 am. In-person session, in Catalan, at the UAB Casa de Convalescència (carrer de Sant Antoni Maria Claret, 171, de Barcelona). Register here.
29 January, 12 pm. Online session, in English. Register here.
4 February, a les 12 pm. Online session, in Catalan. Register here.
Support materials for Scientists and Educators
tIn the Support materials section of the website, you’ll find a variety of support materials.
If you’re a scientist, you’ll find, among other things, a suggested template for preparing your classroom presentation and social media materials to use for yourself or share with your institution’s communications team. If you can’t attend this year’s training sessions, you can watch videos from previous editions.
If you’re an educator, you’ll find resources like the commitment letter you’ll need to sign to confirm your registration, the Teaching Guide, and other relevant materials.
For any questions, check the FAQS section. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, feel free to contact us.