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Nominations
While the Award
recognise technological breakthroughs, it also casts a spotlight on the
individuals who are driving brighter future. It showcases inspiring ideas and
underlines the role that inventors play in building a smarter, more sustainable
world. You can also play a role in one of Europe's most prestigious innovation
prize by nominating your favourite inventor. To submit a proposal, complete the
form below on or before Monday, 3 October.
The categories
Industry
To outstanding and successful inventors whose inventions have been patented by large European companies
Research
To pioneering inventors working at universities or research institutes
Non-EPO countries
To outstanding inventors from outside the EPO's 38 member states who have been granted a European patent
SMEs
To exceptional inventors at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Lifetime achievement
Honouring the incredible, long-term contribution of a European inventor
over the span of their entire career
Young Inventors prize
Recognises initiatives that use technology to address a sustainability issue. This global prize is open to all innovators up to the age of 30.
