The Falling Walls Global Call is an international competition format that brings together science enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds. We are looking for the most recent and innovative Breakthroughs of the Year!
The Falling Walls Global International Competition is an annual event that gathers innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries from around the world to present groundbreaking ideas and projects that have the potential to address pressing global challenges. Organized by the Falling Walls Foundation, the competition provides a platform for participants to share their innovative solutions and discoveries across various fields, including science, technology, engineering, medicine, social sciences, and humanities.
The competition takes place in Berlin, Germany, on November 9th each year, commemorating the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and symbolizing the breaking down of barriers in science and society. Participants are selected through a rigorous application process and compete in front of a distinguished jury panel and international audience.
Each participant is given a limited time to present their idea or project, often in the form of a pitch or presentation, highlighting its novelty, impact, and potential for transformative change. The presentations are evaluated based on criteria such as originality, significance, feasibility, and potential for societal impact.
The Falling Walls Global International Competition offers participants the opportunity to showcase their work on a global stage, connect with fellow innovators and experts, and receive feedback and recognition for their contributions. Winners of the competition receive prestigious awards and prizes, along with opportunities for further collaboration and support to advance their projects.
,The Falling Walls Global International Competition serves as a catalyst for fostering innovation, collaboration, and interdisciplinary exchange, driving progress and breakthroughs in science, technology, and society. By bringing together diverse perspectives and talents, the competition aims to inspire and empower individuals to push the boundaries of knowledge and create a better future for humanity.
Categories In The Falling Walls Global International Competition
The Falling Walls Global Call is composed of the following categories:
The scientific study of life and organisms e.g. biology, neuroscience, zoology.
Physical Sciences
The observation and understanding of natural phenomena of the earth, atmosphere and space, e.g. chemistry, physics, astronomy.
Engineering & Technology
The practical application of science and mathematics to every-day life, e.g. artificial intelligence, information technology, mechanical engineering.
Social Sciences & Humanities
The institutions and functioning of human society and the interpersonal relationships of individuals as members of society, e.g. politics, economics, philosophy.
Art & Science
Artists whose work is inspired and influenced by science, which sheds light on societal issues, natural phenomena or simply the wonder of scientific discoveries.
Science Start-ups (Falling Walls Venture)
Innovative start-ups that have translated breakthrough scientific thinking into promising business models.
Science Engagement (Falling Walls Engage)
Forms of participatory science engagement initiatives that generate mutual learning between, and mutual benefits for, science and society.
New in 2024: Women’s* Impact Award (Female Science Talents)
Excellence in interdisciplinary research and engagement contributing to gender equality, diversity in science and academia, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. *Falling Walls Female Science Talents uses an inclusive definition of women and welcomes submissions from cis and trans women, genderqueer and non-binary people.
Requirements
- You can either nominate outstanding research or apply with your own project.
- The goal is to find excellent and groundbreaking research projects in the different categories. With recent “breakthrough research,” Falling Walls are specifically looking for projects that address global challenges and represent scientific knowledge in an innovative way.
- For nominations, falling walls invites leading academic institutions, universities, research organisations, companies, private and public research centres, academies, research funders, foundations, and individuals to nominate the bright minds behind the latest breakthroughs and outstanding science projects.
Method of Application
Application Deadline: 1 May 2024.
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