💡 Technology & Innovation
Software, AI, mobile apps, cloud, cybersecurity, robotics, IoT, digital twins, XR/VR and smart systems.
Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico · 3 November 2026
Student Research & Innovation Challenge (SRIC) 2026
An International Student Competition Showcasing Technology, Innovation and Research
Present. Demonstrate. Inspire. Compete. Showcase your technology, research, prototypes and innovative ideas in a dynamic five-minute competition before an international jury.
What is SRIC?
A fast, international challenge for student technology and innovation
SRIC brings together undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students to present AI applications, software, prototypes, research projects, startup ideas and real-world technological solutions. Each selected participant or team will have 5 minutes to present, followed by 2 minutes of jury questions.
Challenge Tracks
Technology first, research included
Projects may focus on technology, research, prototypes or real-world impact. Choose the track that best represents your work.
🔬 Research & Discovery
Undergraduate, master’s and doctoral research, thesis projects, work in progress and interdisciplinary studies.
🛠 Prototype & Demonstration
Functional prototypes, proof-of-concept systems, hardware, software demos and interactive platforms.
🌱 Impact & Sustainability
Solutions for smart cities, tourism, coastal communities, education, health, sustainability and digital inclusion.
How to participate
Simple submission, high visibility
Participants submit a two-page Project Overview and a Project Thumbnail. Accepted projects will be showcased in the SRIC Online Project Gallery and may include optional links such as GitHub, website, video or QR code.
1. Submit
Send your Project Overview and Project Thumbnail by 20 September 2026.
2. Present
Selected projects compete in Huatulco with a 5-minute presentation and 2-minute Q&A.
3. Compete
Outstanding projects receive SRIC Awards of Excellence and official certificates.
Innovation Gallery
Showcasing the next generation of innovators
Every accepted project will become part of the SRIC Innovation Gallery, a permanent online showcase highlighting outstanding student technology, research, prototypes and innovations from around the world.
Coming Soon
The gallery will be launched after the SRIC 2026 competition and will feature accepted projects, thumbnails, project overviews and optional project resources.
Explore the Gallery
Important Dates
SRIC 2026 Timeline
Project Overview Submission
20 September 2026
Notification of Acceptance
10 October 2026
SRIC Competition
3 November 2026 · Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico
Resources
Download and submit
Use the official Call for Participation for full details about tracks, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, awards and presentation facilities.
Contact: info@spatialhorizon.org