2026 Edition

Important Data and Conditions

Young Innovator Award 2026

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Timeline for 2026

Launch: 12 November 2025 (during AI Young Research Forum 2025)

Submission Deadline: 15 March 2026

Notification of Results: 30 April 2026

Award Ceremony: 21-22 May 2026 (during the Prague International Health Summit)

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Awards & Recognition

Financial award of €2,000 for each category (under 35 and under 22)

Expert mentoring from leading scientists and tech professionals

Opportunities for incubation or implementation of their project

Assistance with conference submissions to top-tier scientific and technology conferences

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Jury

The jury brings together internationally respected experts and distinguished professionals from fields relevant to ageing, digital innovation, and societal impact. The composition of the jury includes representatives from CLARA as well as from industry, healthcare, and the broader societal sector. Members may rotate in each edition of the competition to ensure a diverse and balanced evaluation.

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Application Contact

Application submissions: Please submit your entries via email to clara@indrc.cz.

For inquiries: Please contact clara@indrc.cz.

Before submitting, please read carefully the details of the eligibility and submission guidelines.