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Faculty of Science & Sport

University of Technology, Jamaica

Official Proposal
📅 March 2026 • Kingston, Jamaica

FOSS

Science Fair

Pioneered by Prof. Samson Omoregie, Dean

Theme

AI, Innovation & Nation Building

Prepared for University Management

& Potential Partners

University of Technology, Jamaica

237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6

Scientists in Lab

Bridging Science, Technology & National Development

Executive Summary

The FOSS Science Fair, pioneered by Prof. Samson Omoregie, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Sport at the University of Technology, Jamaica, is a forward-thinking innovation platform designed to connect Artificial Intelligence, science, agriculture, health, and natural resources to practical nation-building solutions.

Our Vision

To create a Caribbean innovation ecosystem that empowers scientists, students, and entrepreneurs to apply AI and scientific research toward solving real-world challenges in Jamaica and beyond.

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Predict Future Challenges

Leverage AI to forecast agricultural, health, and environmental challenges.

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Improve Food Security

Increase agricultural productivity and ensure food sustainability.

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Reduce Import Dependency

Create local innovations that minimize reliance on imports.

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Unlock Indigenous Resources

Discover value from Jamaica's natural and geological resources.

Innovation Pillars

Four strategic innovation pillars addressing critical Caribbean development priorities through science and technology.

AI

AI & Predictive Systems

Development of artificial intelligence models and machine learning solutions for forecasting and predictive analytics across multiple sectors.

Crop Disease Prediction Climate Forecasting Health Analytics Supply Chain AI
Agriculture

Agricultural Innovation

Smart farming technologies and sustainable agricultural practices that increase productivity while preserving environmental integrity.

Smart Irrigation Soil Analysis AI Yield Optimization Drone Technology
Sustainability

Sustainable Materials & Indigenous Resources

Innovative utilization of local geological and natural resources for agricultural, industrial, and pharmaceutical applications.

Mineral Fertilizers Natural Compounds Sustainable Materials
Bio-Science

Health & Bio-Science Innovation

Next-generation solutions for public health, pest management, and bio-based alternatives to chemical interventions.

Bio-Pesticides AI Health Monitoring Molecular Research

Awards & Prizes

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Best AI Innovation

J$500,000
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Agricultural Breakthrough

J$500,000
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Best Sustainability

J$400,000
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Bio-Science Excellence

J$400,000
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Nation Builder Grand Award

J$1,000,000

Total Prize Pool

J$2,800,000

Event Day

8:00AM

Registration & Welcome

Check-in, badge collection, networking breakfast

9:00AM

Opening Keynote

Vision for AI & Science by Prof. Samson Omoregie

10:30AM

Innovation Exhibitions

Prototype demos, AI showcases, tech displays

2:00PM

Panel Discussion

"Science, AI & Caribbean Economic Transformation"

5:00PM

Awards Ceremony

Recognition and prize distribution

Drone Technology

Empowering the Next Generation of Jamaican Innovators

Target Participants

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University Students
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High School Students
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Researchers
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Tech Startups
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Agri Innovators
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Policy Makers

Expected Outcomes

Practical AI Tools — Deployable solutions for food security and health forecasting
Pest Management Innovation — Bio-based approaches to agricultural pest control
Reduced Import Dependency — Local solutions substituting imported agricultural inputs
Increased Production — Technologies boosting Jamaica's food production capacity
Commercializable Solutions — Research outputs ready for market deployment

Long-Term Vision

The FOSS Science Fair will become an annual Caribbean innovation ecosystem that encourages commercialization of research, supports startup incubation, and connects science with policy for sustainable regional economic growth.

Partnership Tiers

Join us in making this landmark event a success. Various sponsorship opportunities are available.

Get In Touch

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Phone

876-927-1680

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Location

UTech, 237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6

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Website

www.utech.edu.jm

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FOSS Science Fair

Pioneered by Prof. Samson Omoregie

"Our focus, commitment, and mission are to expose our students to transformational learning and practical experience that will make you become innovative, functionally relevant developers of society."

— Prof. Samson Omoregie, Dean, Faculty of Science & Sport