European Inventor Award
About the award
People with a passion for discovery drive innovation. Without their inquisitive minds and desire for new ideas, there would be no inventive spirit and no progress. The European Inventor Award pays tribute to inventors worldwide. It celebrates those who transform their ideas into technological progress, economic growth or improvements to our daily lives. Launched in 2006, the Award gives inventors the recognition they deserve and, like any good competition, it acts as an incentive for others.
In 2025, the Young Inventors Prize will spin out on its own and get a dedicated ceremony hosted in Iceland. The next edition of the European Inventor Award will take place in 2026. Keep on eye on these web pages or the EPO's social media accounts for details.
The finalists 2024
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Young Inventors Prize
Aimed at innovators aged 30 and under, this prize rewards those using technology to contribute to the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals. A granted patent is not required, and all finalists receive a cash prize.
Popular Prize
This unique prize is decided by online public vote, so learn more about the finalists via their web profiles and then vote for your favourite inventor.
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