Entrepreneurship and education: Science Days 2022 analyzes the future of the aerospace sector

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An unprecedented achievement in the history of Science Days, in addition to the two-day event – ​​full of activities that include workshops and the STEM & Space themed Expo – the biggest U.S. traveling STEM/Space fair in Brazil will feature an additional day, reserved for people interested in knowing a variety of insights, and even interested in investing in the aerospace industry and in STEM global opportunities. Restricted to the city of São José, Science Days Space Symposium promises to provide an important debate on the prospects of the future of the New Space: new global opportunities.

To achieve the expected economic development goals in the space sector, the principles of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University “come in handy”. Focusing on quality education, the institution seeks to train professionals capable of revolutionizing the area of ​​space science. “With more than 140,000 graduates worldwide, Embry-Riddle is not only leading the future, but also changing it,” said Leticia Schmitz, Affiliate Director of Professional Education at the institution.

Establishing presence in the Brazilian market and being seen as a reference of educational institution for programs related to aviation and aeronautical industry. According to the professional, this is Embry-Riddle's goal with its presence in this 6th edition of Science Days. “We imagine a Democratic field, where people will have more access to space and aeronautical activities (...) with a variety of opportunities for Brazilians in these industries”, she revealed.

Developing rocket launch systems is just one of the activities provided by the institution, which is open to welcoming new students. “We offer options to meet all higher education needs. Brazilians and all international students are more than welcome to enroll in over 100 courses we have.”

Embry Riddle will participate in every city in which Science Days is taking place in March. To learn more about some of the activities provided by Embry Riddle through its engineering courses, please watch the video below: https://youtu.be/R5IFTgtfVuQ

For more information about this edition of Science Days, please enter the Instagram profile @ScienceDaysOficial

​- Luma Keily