The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the U.S. Department of State are taking applications for the 2016 GIST Tech-I competition.
The GIST (Global Innovation through Science and Technology) Technology Idea (Tech-I) competition takes applications from scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs between ages 18 and 40 who have ideas for a startup in science and technology.
Applications are open to citizens from all the 135 emerging economies.
To apply, you are required to submit a short summary of your product, research, service, or concept, followed by a larger 750-word executive summary describing the proposed work and the science and technology behind it.
Thirty applicants will make it to the finals where they can pitch their ventures to a global audience at the 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Silicon Valley. Winners of GIST Tech-I will receive seed capital prizes and all finalists will receive three months of mentoring.
Click here to apply and to get more information on the contest. Application deadline is January 15, 2016.
