The project “Fire Alert: Artificial Vision System for Early Visual Detection of Wildfires,” developed within the High School Robotics Workshop, earned two major honors at the 11th National ExpoCiencias Chile, held in Santiago from October 27th to 30th, 2026.
Created by 10th-grade students Isidora Sanhueza and Sofia-Ignacia Valenzuela*, the mobile app took 3rd Place overall in the High School Division. It also secured an official nomination to represent Chile at the International Greenwich Olympiad 2027 in London, UK. Taking place from June 20 to 26 next year, the international event will bring together innovative youth projects from competitors aged 10 to 19.
“Fire Alert” addresses a critical issue in the BĂo BĂo Region: wildfires. Using machine learning, the students trained algorithms on smoke-cloud image datasets, allowing the app to detect potential fire outbreaks in specific geographic areas before they spread.
We also celebrate Gustavo Araya and SofĂa Vega (10th Grade)*, who presented their project “SLAI: AI-Based Communication Support System for Deaf Patients in Emergency Rooms.” Qualifying for the national stage was an achievement in itself, as only 150 projects were selected out of 300 nationwide applicants.
Congratulations to our students for their dedication in the Robotics Workshop under the leadership of Miss Pamela Villagra. These solutions represent original student ideas brought to life through perseverance and high-tech innovation!
*These four students served as primary presenters for their respective project teams. We also recognize team members Yaretzy Mendoza, Isidora Valenzuela, CristĂłbal Belmar, and JerĂłnimo Vesga for their vital contributions to the design and development of both projects.
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