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!!FALLING WALLS GLOBAL CALL\\SCIENCE BREAKTHROUGHS OF THE YEAR 2023

__Whether you are a researcher, innovator, or a team of passionate individuals, this is
your chance to showcase your groundbreaking work that addresses global challenges.__
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__You can submit a nomination or application from 1 March to 1 May 2023 by visiting the [website|https://falling-walls.com/global-call/?mtm_campaign=global%20call%20one%20pager&mtm_kwd=global%20call%20one%20pager].__
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__[NOMINATE/APPLY NOW|https://falling-walls.com/global-call/?mtm_campaign=global%20call%20one%20pager&mtm_kwd=global%20call%20one%20pager]__
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__Since its first annual meeting on 9 November 2009, the 20th anniversary of the peaceful fall of the Berlin Wall, the [Falling Walls Science Summit|https://falling-walls.com] has continuously developed into a world forum for science. Some of the most important researchers
and thinkers of our time gather at Falling Walls to discuss breakthroughs with global leaders in science, politics, business, and the media.__
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The Falling Walls Global Call is one of the largest world-wide searches for the most outstanding breakthroughs of the year across all the sciences. Take a look at [last year’s breakthroughs|https://falling-walls.com/content-library/?__s=jt1sjvae3uggs098gn04] and the brilliant minds behind the work.

!Why Participate?

Improve visibility of your research by taking part in the Falling Walls Global Call. The Falling Walls Science Breakthrough of the Year laureates will present their groundbreaking research at the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin on 9 November
2023. They will also enhance their network as they interact with a wide range of stakeholders from science and society, including global science leaders such as __Emmanuelle Charpentier__, __John Jumper__, and __Özlem Türeci__.

!The Falling Walls Global Call is composed of the following categories:

*Life Sciences
*Physical Sciences
*Engineering and Technology
*Social Sciences and Humanities
*Art and Science
*Science and Innovation Management
*Emerging Talents (Falling Walls Lab)
*Science Start-ups (Falling Walls Venture)
*Science Engagement (Falling Walls Engage)

!HOW TO PARTICIPATE

__STEP 1: NOMINATION & APPLICATION__
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Submit your nomination and/or application for the Falling Walls Science Breakthrough of the Year from 1 March - 1 May 2023 on our online platform. We recommend submitting your nomination as early as possible, so the nominee is able to accept the nomination and submit further information about their project before the deadline.
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__STEP 2: SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT__
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Nominated projects and applicants will be asked to fill out information about themselves, and their project. Please note that applications have to be submitted in English.
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__STEP 3: EVALUATION PROCESS__
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Our distinguished juries and advisory boards will evaluate all applications and select winners for each category. Please visit our website to find out more about the respective selection process and criteria.
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__STEP 4: THE FALLING WALLS SCIENCE BREAKTHROUGHS OF THE YEAR__
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The juries will determine the Falling Walls Science Breakthroughs of the Year from the Winners of each category. On 9 November, the Falling Walls Science Breakthroughs of the Year will receive the opportunity to present their work to a global audience on the grand Falling Walls stage in Berlin.

!CONTACT

Falling Walls Foundation\\
Dr. Imke Rajamani\\
Managing Director\\
Phone: +49 30 60 988 39 70\\
Web: [https://www.falling-walls.com]\\
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__Falling Walls Foundation gGmbH__\\
Kochstraße 6–7\\
10969 Berlin\\
Germany
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__Download the [call|FW23_OnePager_Global Call.pdf]__
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