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INTERNATIONAL COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPETITION

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Application Deadline: Sunday, 24 August 2025, 23:59 UTC+0

LOCATION: Germany

The ICSC is a global educational program that empowers students to challenge their logical thinking, deepen their computer science knowledge, and jumpstart their journey into the world of technology.

ELIGIBILITY:

Open to all students. Participation is free.

High school and university students of all grades and from all countries are invited to participate. We have three age categories:

Junior: 10th Grade and below (< 16 years)

Youth: 11th to 13th Grade (< 19 years)

Senior: 1st Year College/University and higher (or ≥ 19 years)

All participants receive the same set of problems, but the passing criteria vary by age group. You need curiosity, a drive to learn, pen and paper, and access to a computer. English reading comprehension is helpful for research problems.

BENEFIT:

Showcase your abilities and compete for cash prizes, certificates, and global recognition. The prizes are worth upwards of 1000 USD. Awards include:

1st, 2nd, 3rd Cash Prizes for each age category.

National Awards for top performers from each country.

Bronze, Silver, and Gold Honours for Finalists.

Special Honours for outstanding submissions.

Official Participation Certificates for all participants.

Points are awarded for correct steps and not just for your final answers and programs. They want you to describe your reasoning! See All Prizes and Awards.

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FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL AGRIINNO CHALLENGE

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Application Deadline: 7 June, 2025

LOCATION: China

Join a global movement of youth innovators and agri-tech entrepreneurs driving change in food and farming. Submit your agrifood systems innovation online. The winners will have an opportunity to pitch their innovations at the Science and Innovation Forum in Rome in October 2025.

Theme: Harnessing emerging technologies and Digital Public Infrastructure for sustainable agrifood systems: Advancing climate resilience, supply chain efficiency, and nutritional security.

ELIGIBILITY:

Open to youth innovators (aged 18-35) and startup teams

Women-led teams and entrepreneurs from diverse background

Anyone with a tech-driven idea that can revolutionize food and farming

Innovation: Solutions should demonstrate strong alignment with the challenge theme, offer original use of emerging technologies, and be accessible and inclusive to smallholder farmers and marginalized groups.

Market Potential & Economic Value: Projects will be assessed on their potential for market entry, scalability, profitability, and ability to generate economic opportunities such as employment or investment.

Social, Environmental Impact & Sustainability: Ideas must show how they will improve livelihoods, promote sustainability, reduce food loss or pollution, and contribute to climate resilience and social inclusion.

Project Team: Teams will be evaluated on their operational capacity, relevant experience, technical skills, and commitment to diversity and gender equity.

BENEFIT:

Mentorship: 48-hour co-creation boot camp with global mentors and Expert coaching from UN agencies, investors, and private sector leaders

Seed Funding: Up to 30k dollars Seed funding for winning teams and a Chance to showcase your solution on a global stage

Recognition: Chance to showcase your solution on a global stage and All travel, visa, lodging, and meals covered for finalists attending in China.

Networking: Access to the Global AgriInno Challenge alumni network and Build relationships with agencies, venture capitalists, industry leaders, and fellow innovators

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