Research Nova Scotia is inviting students, researchers and early-career professionals from across Atlantic Canada to apply for Falling Walls Lab Atlantic Canada, a pitch competition for ideas aimed at addressing global challenges.

Applications are open until July 17, and organizers are encouraging participants from a range of disciplines to submit proposals highlighting innovative research, business models or social initiatives. 

Research Nova Scotia is hosting this year’s competition with support from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to present their ideas on Sept. 14 before a panel of judges, fellow innovators and members of the public.

The event is part of the international Falling Walls Lab program, which promotes interdisciplinary solutions to pressing problems.

The winner of the Atlantic Canada competition will earn a trip to Berlin in November to compete in the global Falling Walls Lab finale. The prize also includes a ticket to the Falling Walls Science Summit, an international gathering of researchers, entrepreneurs and thought leaders focused on scientific and technological breakthroughs.

Applications can be submitted through the Falling Walls Lab Atlantic Canada website until 11:59 p.m. ADT on July 17. You can find the application here.