EVENT AND THEME
The countdown has started! On 23rd September 2022 a group of 20 selected participants will be given the opportunity to present their solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
They will pitch in front of peers, a high-calibre jury, and the general public. The first-place winner of the Lab qualifies for the global finale in Berlin on 7 November and wins a ticket to attend the Falling Walls Science Summit, where they get to interact and network with the world’s movers and shakers of science, business, and policymaking.
Power to New Energy is this year’s theme*. Climate change and its devastating effects on our planet are becoming more apparent each year. Drastic action is required now, and help from all sides of society is needed. Falling Walls Lab Delft calls all innovators to share their ambitious projects and reach a great number of people through our worldwide network.
*Participants and their projects are not limited by this theme. Please read the evaluation criteria below. There is no specific field/subject for this competition.
LOCATION
For the first time since 2019, our yearly competition will be held in person! The event will take place in the old Collegezaal, a chemistry lecture hall that was used by the TU Delft.
It is located in the DUWO headquarters building, right next to the Vakwerkhuis.
It is located in the DUWO headquarters building, right next to the Vakwerkhuis.
PRIZES
The first-place winner of the Lab qualifies for the global finale in Berlin on 7 November and wins a ticket to attend the Falling Walls Science Summit, where they get to interact and network with the world’s movers and shakers of science, business, and policymaking.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
1 - Breakthrough factor
How innovative is the proposed idea?
2 - Relevance/Impact
How relevant is the idea to the discipline and beyond?
3 - Structure/Performance
How convincing was the presentation?
How convincing was the presentation?
APPLY AS PARTICIPANT
Are you working on an innovative idea or project? Do you think this idea will bring a positive change to society? Get the chance to present in front of and network with some of the most technologically advanced companies such as S and TNO. Apply through the link on the side and get the chance to go to the finale in Berlin!
ATTEND THE EVENT
Want to be present during the event?
Get your tickets for free on our Eventbrite page. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to see these creative minds challenge themselves in front of a high calibre jury. You will also get to know the jury members personally as well as the participants themselves through a networking session after the competition.
Would you like to assist but cannot be there in person? No problem! The event will be broadcasted live on our social media platforms. Please sign up on Eventbrite to stay tuned.
Prof. dr. H.G.C. (Henri) Werij
Dr. Rogier Verberk - TNO
Dr. ir. Ianus Keller
Prof.dr. Jenny Dankelman
SPONSORS
