The GIST Tech-I Competition is an annual competition for science and technology entrepreneurs from emerging economies worldwide. Aspiring innovators submit their ideas and startups online which are then reviewed by experts and voted on by the global voting public in order to determine the finalists. New this year, U.S. Department of State is inviting all former GIST Tech-I finalists to participate in the program to recruit and mentor the next generation of science and tech entrepreneurs.
Since 2011, innovators from around the globe have showcased their science and technology ventures to the world through GIST Tech-I Competitions. Thousands of expert reviews have taken place and the online voting public has cast over 1 million votes in support of these talented young innovators.
The GIST initiative is led by the U.S. Department of State, and the Tech-I competition is implemented by AAAS.
Prizes and Benefits
- Global exposure:
Last year’s semi-finalists received more than 430,000 votes from all over the world and were featured by numerous local, national, and international media outlets. Several even met or were mentioned by their heads of state. - Marketing and networking support from the AAAS Team, including the provision of
voting graphics, and guidance on reaching out to media outlets. - All-expenses-paid trip to Istanbul, Turkey to pitch their project and network with entrepreneurs and investors at GEC 2018.
- Opportunity to attend several pre-finals training webinars on topics such as pitching to investors, business models, and intellectual topic.
- One day of intensive training and mentoring in Istanbul before the finals.
- Opportunity to win seed capital prizes and other prizes during final pitch contest. Prize amounts will be published closer to the finals.
Application Deadline:
12:00 PM US ET, December 28, 2017.
For more information and how to apply, visit here.