2ND INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF RESEARCH SEEDBEDS
Science that inspires, talents that transform.
With the participation of Roberto Hernández Sampieri and Christiane Pauline Mendoza, two of the most recognized Ibero-American references in research methodology and training of researchers.
Date: September 14 and 15, 2026
PlaceHotel Sortis. 56th and 57th Streets East, Obarrio, Bella Vista. Panama City, Panama
OrganizesMetropolitan University of Education, Science and Technology – UMECIT, Panama
Aim
To strengthen the research culture in university students through academic experiences that promote scientific thinking, the development of research skills, participation in research groups and the dissemination of student scientific production.
Why participate?
Because you will have the opportunity to:
- Learn alongside renowned international and national leaders in research and scientific training.
- Discover how research strengthens your professional and personal development.
- Participate in workshops designed specifically for your area of training.
- Sharing experiences with national and international students, teachers, and researchers.
- Present your research in the form of a scientific poster.
- Strengthen your skills to integrate into research groups and projects.
International Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Roberto Hernández Sampieri, Mexico
A renowned researcher, academic, and author of one of the most influential works on research methodology in Latin America. His career has contributed to the training of thousands of researchers and professors, making him a leading figure in Latin American higher education and scientific production.
Dr. Christiane Pauline Mendoza, Mexico
Researcher, academic, and co-author of the work Fundamentals of Research. Her experience focuses on strengthening research skills, training researchers, and consolidating a scientific culture in higher education.
Disciplinary workshops
The congress will offer specialized workshops aimed at strengthening research from each discipline, promoting critical thinking, innovation and the construction of solutions for the challenges specific to each professional field.
Areas:
- Health Sciences.
- Law and Forensic Sciences.
- Social Sciences and Education.
- Administrative Sciences
- Technology, Construction and Environment.
Participation modalities
Assistant: Participate in the keynote lectures, disciplinary workshops, and other academic activities scheduled during the congress.
Speaker: Present research progress or results through a scientific poster in the “Student Research Scientific Gallery”
Information for participation as Speakers:
GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING ABSTRACTS
The congress allows participation as a speaker with research results or advances.
Therefore, they must use the corresponding structure for sending the abstract to the scientific committee
The summaries should include the following information
- The title should be in capital letters with a maximum length of 15 words.
- Author's name and surname(s)
- Entity or institution to which they belong.
- Country of residence.
- Abstract in Spanish, between 250 and 300 words. It should include introduction, objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
- Keywords: 3 to 5, separated by commas.
ABSTRACT PRESENTATION MODEL
Title of the work, centered alignment, Arial 12pt, bold
- Author's last name and first name 1
- Institutional Affiliation
- City, Country, author's email and ORCID code
- Author's last name and first name 2
- Institutional Affiliation
- City, Country, author's email and ORCID code
- Author's last name and first name 3
- Institutional Affiliation
- City, Country, author's email and ORCID code
SUMMARY
- The abstract will be written in Spanish and will be between 250 and 300 words long. It should include an introduction, objectives, materials and methods, results, and conclusions. Use Arial 12pt font.
- Keywords: Three to Five keywords separated by commas, in the same language as the document. Arial 12pt
ABSTRACT
- The abstract will be written in English as the main text and will be between 250 and 300 words. It should include the introduction, objectives, materials and methods, results, and conclusions. Use Arial 12pt font.
- Keywords: Five keywords separated by commas, written in English. Arial 12pt.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Once the abstract is approved, the Scientific Committee will send the guidelines for presenting the scientific poster.
Student Research Science Gallery
Space intended for the presentation and socialization of scientific posters prepared by university students, promoting the exchange of research experiences, the dissemination of knowledge and the strengthening of scientific culture.
Addressed to:
- Undergraduate university students.
- Members of research groups.
- Students interested in starting their research career.
- Teachers and research tutors.
- Young researchers.
- National and international academic community.
The congress includes:
✔ International keynote lectures.
✔ Disciplinary workshops.
✔ Student Research Science Gallery.
✔ Digital certificate of participation as a speaker or attendee
✔ Digital certificate of participation in the disciplinary workshop
✔ Academic networking spaces.
✔ Exchange of experiences with national and international researchers.
✔ Coffee Break morning and afternoon. .
By participating in the congress you will receive:
✔ Event backpack.
✔ Copy of the book «"Fundamentals of the research«", by international speakers Roberto Hernández Sampieri and Christiane Pauline Mendoza. Time will be set aside in the schedule for the authors to sign books."
✔ Pop material.
Registration fees
Important Dates
Final date for receipt of scientific posters: August 23, 2026
Registration closes: September 5, 2026. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE! Reserve your spot with 50%
Registration and Enrollment in the event:
DON'T FORGET: ONCE YOU MAKE THE PAYMENT, YOU MUST REGISTER VIA THE REGISTRATION LINK
Payment methods:
- Direct payment at any of the UMECIT cashiers, indicating: 2nd Congress of Research Seedbeds
- Bank Deposit – Banco General: Name: UMECIT – (Current Account) – No.: 0371011018159
- Yappy Directory: You only need to: Write (@UMECIT) and complete the payment information, indicating in the concept: 2nd Congress of Research Seedbeds
- International orders via the payment button:
FINAL PROGRAM
2nd International Congress of Research Seedbeds: “Empowering talents through research”
