Welcome to Team Georgia’s FIRST Global 2025 journey! We’re a passionate group of five students: Alexandre, Nikoloz, Mariam, Luka, and Saba, aged 14 to 17, united by our shared love of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Hailing from Tbilisi, our team blends diverse backgrounds, from Alexandre’s early propeller-powered “Karlson” costume engineering to Nikoloz’s competitive programming roots, Mariam’s creative pivot from coding to Arduino and art, and Luka and Saba’s strong environmental drive inspiring sustainable robotics. Under the expert guidance of mentors Nikoloz Lobzhanidze and Guranda Gogaladze, who bring national-level coaching experience, AI and robotics curriculum development, and a deep commitment to social innovation, Team Georgia is ready to take on FIRST Global’s 2025 “Eco Equilibrium” Challenge. Together, we’re excited to build, innovate, and collaborate on the world stage—protecting our planet one robot at a time.

Alexandre Tediashvili
I’m Alexandre, a 15-year-old student at Ilia Vekua Physics and Math School in Tbilisi. My STEAM journey began when I built a working Karlson costume with a real propeller! Since then, I’ve been deeply involved in robotics, taking part in local and international competitions. A highlight was joining the 2024 FIRST Global Challenge as a guest team member. I believe STEAM is a universal language that unites young people to solve global challenges, and I’m excited to keep learning and innovating.

Nikoloz Kiladze
Hi, I’m Nikoloz, 15, from the G. Zaldastanishvili American Academy in Tbilisi. My interest in STEM started with competitive programming at Mziuri School, and I’ve since won math and coding contests nationally and internationally. Programming led me to robotics, and I’m eager to contribute to Team Georgia’s unique robot for the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge, especially with its focus on biodiversity and innovation.

Mariam Chinchaladze
I’m Mariam, 15, from Konstantine Amirajibi’s Avlev Public School. I got into robotics during the COVID lockdown through Scratch and Technovation Girls. That sparked a passion for Arduino, which I now study online. Although I’m still gaining experience, I’m excited to grow and learn with my amazing team. I also love digital and traditional art, and sometimes illustrate my book club reads just for fun!

Luka Parjanidze
Hey, I’m Luka, 14, from the European School in Tbilisi. I’ve always been curious about how robotics can solve real-world problems. My current school gave me the chance to dive into robotics seriously. I also care deeply about ecology, which makes this year’s FIRST Global Challenge, focused on biodiversity, especially meaningful. I’m excited to collaborate with diverse teams from around the world and build something purposeful together.

Saba Robakidze
Hi, I’m Saba, 16, from the European School in Tbilisi. I love every part of robotics: designing, building, testing, and problem-solving. My school gave me the tools to turn that interest into action. I also care about the environment, which is why I’m excited for this year’s FIRST Global Challenge. Being part of Team Georgia is an honor, and I look forward to working with diverse teams for a shared global cause.

I’m Nikoloz Lobzhanidze, Lead Mentor of Team Georgia and a Computer Engineering junior at SDSU. As co-founder of the Association of Innovations, I teach AI, robotics, and programming to students aged 12–18 at Ilia Vekua School and the European School in Tbilisi. I’ve coached Georgia’s national teams at FIRST Global and RoboCup Europe, combining hands-on mentorship with curriculum design and youth outreach. My mission is to empower students to become ethical innovators and global problem-solvers.

I’m Guranda Gogaladze, Mentor and Fab Lab Educator for Team Georgia. I teach IB/AP Design Technology and manage the Fab Lab at the European School in Tbilisi. With experience leading national STEAM projects and creating public STEM content, and am proud to be the organizer of Georgia’s largest FIRST Global national qualifiers. I focus on helping students use technology for social good. I’m passionate about guiding young innovators to think critically, create responsibly, and connect their work to real-world challenges.

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