Applications Open for the European Inventor Award

14/09/2022

The European Patent Office has open the application process for the next round of European Inventor Awards.

While the Award recognise technological breakthroughs in multiple fields, it also casts a spotlight on the individuals who are contributing to societal impact. 

Organised every year since 2006 by the European Patent Office (EPO), the European Inventor Award showcases inspiring ideas and underlines the role that inventors play in building a smarter, more sustainable world.

Anyone can play a role in assigning one of Europe's most prestigious innovation prizes by nominating an innovator before Monday, 3 October on EPO’s website.

The nomination categories are Industry, Research, Non-EPO countries, SMEs, Lifetime achievement, and Young Inventors prize. Check out the winners and finalists of the European Inventor Award 2022!

Photo: epo.org

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