The STEAM program is a joint effort between Universidad de Guanajuato, Universidad de San Carlos de
Guatemala and Universidad Galileo with the support of the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala, have developed a broad range of activities to encourage scientific understanding and widespread interest in scientific topics,
with a focus on cosmic rays, neutrinos, radiation detection, and other related themes. Technical visits, workshops on cosmic rays and radiation detection, international conferences, mentorships, STEAM clubs, and the Leon Lederman Seminar designed to spark students’ interest in science are some of the activities that are included. It has received numerous national and international honors, including the Falling Walls Foundation Science Engage Finalist Award, the Reimagine Education Awards, the Wharton School Pennsylvania 2018 Latin America Silver Award, and the 2021 Hybrid Education Silver Award.

The mentorships, STEAM conferences, and workshops for K-12 students have attracted over 15,600 students, and over 7,500 teachers since its implementation in 2018. The Leon Lederman Seminar The series, starting in June 2020, includes over 45 internationally recognized institutions and over 96 exceptional speakers that have attracted over 1,300,000 participants.