Introducing the next generation of African neuroscientists. We took computational neuroscience and robotics out of the textbook and placed it directly into the hands of young, brilliant minds.
ACNEI exists to dismantle the barriers between African youth and the future of STEM. Through the CompNeuro for GenAlpha program, we bridge the gap between basic education and advanced scientific exploration—cultivating curiosity, building technical confidence, and mapping out real career pathways in science and technology from primary school through university.
Ondo State
Learners from four different schools were convened at the Hunnovate Tech Hub. This immersive environment allowed for deep dives into Python, computational neuroscience, and the building of Braitenberg vehicles.
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
We brought the science to the students. Visiting a state primary school in a low-income community, we adapted our curriculum to introduce neurobiology and STEM career pathways to younger pupils.
In Ondo, 20 learners (55% girls) gathered at a local tech hub. They didn't just learn about the brain; they simulated it. They didn't just study code; they built robots. The feedback was extraordinary, with zero ratings falling below "Good."
"It was one in a million. I wish to come back anytime I have the chance."
56% of learners said the most interesting thing they learned was about the brain. Over 38% asked for more robotics and coding time.
At State Primary School I, Aluu, we reached 125 pupils (54% boys, 46% girls). We delivered a tailored introduction to neurobiology and career pathways. During our visit, we noticed a critical need: approximately 40% of the learners lacked essential learning supplies.
In response, ACNEI donated notebooks and stationery, ensuring that the excitement of the day was matched by the tools needed for their continued education.
Pupils reached
in a single school visit
The program met its core aim: learners enjoyed the training, learned something new, and want to take part again. To strengthen CompNeuro for GenAlpha 2027, we are focusing on:
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