Lab4U’s 2024 Impact
By Lab4U Team
A Year of Transformation for the Future of STEM
and Vocational Technical Education
At Lab4U, we are proud to support students across Latin America on their journey to becoming the talent that will lead the STEM workforce. This year, thanks to our committed partners who connected us with diverse communities across Latin America, we impacted the lives of more than 10,000 students and 127 teachers in more than 40 schools across Chile, Colombia, and Mexico.
This year was a milestone for us, reaffirming our commitment to high school STEM and vocational education (or polytechnical education). We know that 75% of future jobs will be related to these fields, and technical and vocational education is key to preparing for that future. That’s why we work hand in hand with educational communities and key partners to transform the way we teach and learn science, providing better opportunities for students’ professional development.
We are committed to redefining vocational and technical education through innovative initiatives with digital AI tools like the AI STEM Resource Generator, where we help educators create contextualized educational materials that link learning with the professional world and tailor it to the characteristics of each field of study. This approach makes learning more relevant and exciting by connecting science with the passions and realities of each student.
In a world where demand continues to grow for STEM professionals and technical degrees, it is an honor to be part of a movement that fosters the development of these essential skills that will undoubtedly impact our communities’ economic growth.
This year, we also participated in projects, science fairs, and educational programs that are changing how we understand education. Keep reading to learn more about the projects that are making a difference.
Thank you for joining us on this journey! 🫶
AI Revolutionizes STEM Learning at Lab4U!
In 2024, Lab4U took a quantum leap in educational innovation, developing two products that transform the STEM learning experience through AI.
We introduced the STEM AI Planner which is available on the Lab4U Portal. It’s a tool that revolutionizes learning management by optimizing the time teachers spend generating class plans and assessments from hours to just minutes.
We also incorporated TutorAI into the Lab4U App: a STEM learning virtual assistant available 24/7, TutorAI offers explanations tailored to each student’s needs, answering questions, and adapting content to individual learning speeds to enhance the learning process.
These upgrades strengthen our commitment to democratizing science education by using innovative technologies to make science learning more accessible, dynamic, and inclusive.
Educational innovation knows no limits when we collaborate. The more people, companies, institutions, and communities invest in the mission to transform STEM education, the brighter our future will be.
Pablo Pisani
Gerente de Asuntos Corporativos de Nitratos Yodo, SQM
‘"Estamos muy contentos con los resultados 2023 del Programa NorTEduca que ejecuta Lab4U, no solo por el compromiso de sus profesionales y calidad del trabajo pedagógico que realizan en territorios importantes para nosotros, sino que también porque a través de SQM Labs están acercando la industria a las nuevas generaciones y proyectando el futuro de la innovación y desarrollo tecnológico, desde el Norte de Chile al mundo".
Building a Global Community
Expanding the STEM Americas Program to Chile with Boeing and PADF 🇨🇱 🇲🇽
After three years, the STEM Americas Program expanded its reach from Mexico to Chile, strengthening the alliance between Boeing, PADF, and Lab4U. Together, we continue to inspire students and teachers across Latin America, creating new opportunities in science and technology with a focus on the aerospace industry.
Listening to Our Partners’ Voices
Our students and teachers are at the heart of our work, and our partners are the driving force of our mission through their commitment to STEM Education. Here are some highlights:
Julio Cuadra
Corporate Affairs Manager of Southern Zone, ENGIE
At ENGIE, we are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate. In Chiloé, together with Lab4U, we have strengthened STEM education at the Bicentennial High School of Dalcahue. This two-year collaboration has delivered positive results, bringing energy transformation closer to students and educators while enhancing skills relevant to today's and tomorrow's job market.
We are proud to promote science, innovation, and technology while fostering female talent. ENGIE professionals have shared their experiences with students, highlighting the role of women in our industry. We are accelerating the transition to a carbon-neutral economy, creating a positive impact on society.
Connecting Corporations to their Communities
Lab4Sea: Camanchaca and the Fishing Industry
The Lab4Sea program, a collaboration between Camanchaca and Lab4U since 2023, transforms STEM education and connects students with the fishing industry, which is key for local development. The program supported four schools in southern Chile, impacting more than 400 students and eight teachers.
Educational Leaders: Our Inspiration
It is the unwavering commitment and support of our teachers that makes Lab4U’s impact possible. We extend our sincerest thanks to them for their valuable collaboration. They are the true agents of change, revolutionizing the teaching and learning of science in the classroom.
Vanessa Maulen
INACAP Puente Alto Campus
The inclusion of the Lab4U platform in our mechanical physics course allowed us to train teachers in the use of technological tools that enhance laboratory activities and promote INACAP’s “learning by doing” approach.
Teaming up to Promote Vocational Education
Throughout 2024, Lab4U reaffirmed its commitment to educational transformation and sustainability. To promote vocational and technical education, we teamed up with various industry stakeholders to bring Artificial Intelligence and sustainability together. Working alongside corporations, schools, and Edtech companies, our aim is to strengthen technical education, necessary to close today’s skills gap. Lab4U coordinated and participated in two important panels, Vocational Talent for the STEM Industries and Sunset Edtech, both of which gathered key players working towards an inclusive and sustainable future!
Look How We Shine!
Lab4U in the Press
Is this really happening? Our CEO, Komal Dadlani, once again took center stage in the media, showcasing the story and impact of Lab4U. She was featured in the national documentary “10 Chilean Women Who Are Changing the World” and recognized by Forbes Chile as one of the most powerful women in STEM education. Komal also earned a spot in the Bloomberg ranking as one of five Chilean women recognized for her impact on innovation and STEM education. As an entrepreneur who has impacted thousands of students since 2013, she proudly represented the entrepreneurial ecosystem before National President Boric, emphasizing the importance of STEM education for the workforce of the future.
Keep reading for all the details!
Komal Dadlani Featured on 10 Chilean Women Who Are Changing the World on TVN
Komal Dadlani is one of the protagonists of TVN’s documentary series 10 Chilean Women Who Are Changing the World, which highlights women born in Chile who are making a mark internationally.
Lab4U and MSD Empowering Young Women to Dream of Becoming Scientists in Chile
Only 19.7% of those enrolled in the first year of STEM careers in Chile are women. In this environment, Lab4U and MSD developed a project that used innovative technology and hands-on experiments to inspire more students to dream of becoming great scientists.
Komal Dadlani, CEO of Lab4U, Among the 500 Most Influential People in Latin America 2024
Komal Dadlani, CEO and co-founder of Lab4U, was featured in Los 500 de América Latina by Bloomberg in 2024 as one of five Chilean women recognized for her impact on innovation and STEM education.
Komal Dadlani, Co-founder and CEO of Lab4U, represented entrepreneurs before President Boric during EtM Day
The co-founder and CEO of Lab4U was the one to represent the entrepreneurial community at the annual Emprende tu Mente meeting, where she emphasized the importance of STEM education as a fundamental tool for shaping the future workforce of children and youth.
SQM Iodine and Lab4U Successfully Conclude 4th Edition of the NorTEduca Program
SQM Iodine and Lab4U wrapped up the fourth edition of the NorTEduca program, benefiting over 6,200 students and 76 teachers in the Tarapacá and Antofagasta regions. This program promotes STEM skills, preparing students for a future workforce where, according to the UN, 75% of jobs will be in these areas by 2050.
Komal Dadlani Once Again Recognized by Forbes Chile as One of the Most Powerful Chilean Women for Her Work in STEM Education
Komal Dadlani, CEO and co-founder of Lab4U, was recognized by Forbes Chile as one of the 50 most powerful women in the country for her transformative work in STEM education and for providing children and young adults with interactive access to science.
What’s coming at Lab4U?
Vocational and Technical Education + AI to build the future! More news is coming soon; in case you want a sneak peek, here is an article published by Diario Financiero (In Spanish)
Now, for the Grand Finale, Meet Our Dream Team!
We are a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural team that shares an exciting mission. Together, we want to ignite a movement of curious minds and critical thinkers who are ready to transform science learning and teaching to create new opportunities for all Latin American students and teachers.
The best part? You are at the heart of this adventure! Thank you for joining us on this journey full of purpose and possibilities. 🌟
