RTI International Sponsors 16th North Carolina Science Festival
Event summary
- RTI International is the presenting sponsor of the 16th annual North Carolina Science Festival (NCSciFest) in April 2026.
- The festival, themed 'Science Matters,' aims to surpass 4 million cumulative participants, with events across all 100 North Carolina counties.
- RTI has provided multi-year support to NCSciFest, encouraging participants to explore how science shapes decisions and drives solutions.
- The festival includes Duke Energy Science Nights, a Statewide Star Party, and the UNC Science Expo.
The big picture
RTI International's sponsorship of the North Carolina Science Festival underscores its commitment to STEM education and community engagement. The festival's statewide reach and multi-year support from RTI highlight the growing emphasis on scientific literacy and the role of private-sector partnerships in fostering educational initiatives. This aligns with broader trends in corporate social responsibility and the increasing importance of public-private collaborations in advancing scientific research and education.
What we're watching
- Community Impact
- How RTI's sponsorship will affect the reach and engagement of the North Carolina Science Festival.
- STEM Pipeline
- Whether the festival's initiatives will sustain long-term interest in STEM fields among participants.
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- The pace at which RTI's involvement in educational initiatives will influence its public perception and stakeholder relations.