Despite facing significant logistical challenges, Cuba recently hosted a successful scientific conference that showcased innovative approaches to mathematical education and talent development. Luis Ramiro Piñeiro, President of the Cuban Society of Mathematics and Computing, confirmed the event’s achievement while emphasizing its international significance.
A highlight of the conference was the presentation by Eduardo Miguel Pérez of Granma, who introduced a groundbreaking sustainable model for cultivating mathematical talent. The innovative framework centers on knowledge management principles that transform students from passive recipients of information into active creators within their communities. “Scientific literacy represents the fundamental pathway toward equitable development,” Pérez asserted during his address.
The comprehensive strategy incorporates multiple dimensions including initial strength assessment, strategic implementation of information and communication technologies (ICT), and critical socialization of knowledge among participants. Pérez explained that the model aims to “establish reciprocal relationships between academic groups and their communities, thereby fostering environments built on trust and mutual solidarity.”
Conference organizers identified teacher preparation and institutional partnerships as critical components for creating dynamic learning ecosystems. Piñeiro particularly highlighted the conference’s value as “an exemplary model for the nation” in preparing for international knowledge competitions and mathematics olympiads.
The event’s academic program featured diverse workshops including cryptography sessions led by Cybersecurity students from the University of Camagüey. Additional workshops covered mathematics pedagogy, computer science, applied mathematics, and artificial intelligence applications.
All presented research papers will be archived in the conference proceedings, with selected contributions scheduled for publication in the prestigious journal Ciencias Matemáticas. Sponsored by the University of Camagüey, the conference demonstrated the continued vitality of Cuban scientific institutions and their dedicated commitment to nurturing exceptional talent.