CRDF Global invites interested and eligible innovators, scientists and entrepreneurs from select eligible countries to participate in the first‐ever multinational technology idea competition. The Global Innovation through Science and Technology (GIST) Idea Competition (GISTech‐I) was announced at … [Read more...] about CRDF Global invites innovative solutions to critical problems from select countries for GIST Technology Idea Competition
GSMA’s Global Mobile Awards to recognize Mobile Innovation for Education or Learning
The renowned 17th Annual Global Mobile Awards were launched by the GSMA, this week. The Awards are presented to honor excellence, achievement and innovation in the field of mobile communication. The Awards will be presented at the GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on Tuesday 28th February, … [Read more...] about GSMA’s Global Mobile Awards to recognize Mobile Innovation for Education or Learning
The Colombian Government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Join Forces to Strengthen the Country’s Public Libraries
The Colombian Government, in collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, launched a new project, “Use and adoption of ICT in the National Network of Public Libraries,” on Sep. 27. Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be funding the project, by providing US$ 3.2 million, and will … [Read more...] about The Colombian Government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Join Forces to Strengthen the Country’s Public Libraries
Stanford University seeks Applications for 2012-2013 Biodesign Innovation Fellowship Program
Biodesign is the initiative of Stanford University started with an aim to produce new innovators for medical science field. The ultimate goal of the program is to improve patient care by inventing life-enhancing/saving medical devices and technologies. The Biodesign Program of the university is … [Read more...] about Stanford University seeks Applications for 2012-2013 Biodesign Innovation Fellowship Program
eNorth East Seeks Nominations for Award 2011 recognising best practices in ICT in North East India
The eNorth East is a group working to encourage dialogue and consultation about use of information and communication technology for development and governance in North East region of India. The annual event of eNorth East serves as a platform for people to express their ideas and knowledge with … [Read more...] about eNorth East Seeks Nominations for Award 2011 recognising best practices in ICT in North East India
SD Tech Fund seeks Statement of Interest for funding from Canadian Projects focussed on Clean Technology
Between research and commercialization lie the critical stages of development and demonstration: the points at which technologies leave the laboratory and undergo conclusive real-world testing. Traditionally, development and demonstration have suffered from a financing gap, making them a weak link … [Read more...] about SD Tech Fund seeks Statement of Interest for funding from Canadian Projects focussed on Clean Technology
EC grant opportunity to build technology transfer and commercialization capacities of Higher Education Institutions and Public Research Organizations in Croatia
Successful integration of the Republic Croatia to the EU requires a shift towards knowledge economy where relationship between science, technology and economy is interrelated more than ever before, producing growing demand for knowledge transfer. Research activity in Higher Education Institutions … [Read more...] about EC grant opportunity to build technology transfer and commercialization capacities of Higher Education Institutions and Public Research Organizations in Croatia
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 2011 Access to Learning Award given to ALIN, providing knowledge and information in remote communities throughout Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
Source: http://www.gatesfoundation.org/ The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation recently presented its 2011 Access to Learning Award amounting $1 million to the Arid Lands Information Network (ALIN). ALIN is engaged in providing knowledge and information through a variety of innovative channels in … [Read more...] about The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 2011 Access to Learning Award given to ALIN, providing knowledge and information in remote communities throughout Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
Ashoka’s Youth Venture Invites entries for 5th annual Staples Youth Social Entrepreneur Competition
Ashoka’s Youth Venture, in partnership with Staples Foundation, is seeking entries from young people for the 5th annual Staples Youth Social Entrepreneur Competition. The competition is organized to recognize the youths with innovative ideas about use of technology for advancing social change and … [Read more...] about Ashoka’s Youth Venture Invites entries for 5th annual Staples Youth Social Entrepreneur Competition
CTI PFAN seeks environmentally beneficial business proposals for Africa Forum for Clean Energy Financing Business Plan Competition
CTI Private Financing Advisory Network (PFAN) is now accepting proposals from African Region for participating in the second Africa Forum for Clean Energy Financing (AFRICEF-2) Business Plan Competition. Following the success of AFRICEF, AFRICEF-2 seeks to nurture entrepreneurs, start-up and … [Read more...] about CTI PFAN seeks environmentally beneficial business proposals for Africa Forum for Clean Energy Financing Business Plan Competition
