James Dyson Award 2025 Now Accepting Entries – Cash Prize of INR 30 Lakhs for Global Winners
- Submission Window: March 12th – July 16th, 2025
- Prizes: £30,000 (approx. INR 30 lakhs) for global winners; £5,000 (approx. INR 5 lakhs) for national winners
- Impact: Over 400 young inventors have benefited from more than £1 million in funding so far
- How to Apply: Visit www.jamesdysonaward.org
Calling Future Innovators: Enter the 2025 James Dyson Award
March 12, 2025 – India: The prestigious James Dyson Award, a global competition for students in design and engineering, is officially open for entries in 28 countries and regions. This competition seeks groundbreaking ideas that address everyday challenges and major global issues. Students or recent graduates with problem-solving inventions can apply for a chance to gain recognition and funding.
Since its inception in 2005, the award has supported over 400 inventive minds, distributing £1 million (approx. INR 112 crores) in prize money. Those making it to the final round, and chosen by James Dyson himself, will receive £30,000 (INR 30 lakhs) along with invaluable media exposure to help bring their ideas to life.
Competition Overview:
- Challenge: Design an innovative solution to a real-world problem – big or small.
- Ownership: Participants retain full rights to their intellectual property.
- Judging: National winners are selected first, followed by a Dyson-engineer-reviewed global shortlist, with Sir James Dyson personally selecting the final winners.
Sir James Dyson Encourages Young Engineers
Founder Sir James Dyson emphasized the award’s mission, stating:
"I launched the James Dyson Award two decades ago to encourage and support young engineers. The ideas we have seen over the years highlight the passion and dedication of young innovators in tackling pressing global issues through design and technology. I’m excited to see what new breakthroughs emerge this year – best of luck to all participants!"
Past Winners and Their Impact
Many previous winners have gone on to revolutionize their fields. Some notable inventions include:
- Novocarry (India, 2024): A portable cooling device that maintains the ideal temperature for insulin and liquid medications. Created by Komal Panda from Odisha, this innovation enhances accessibility and manufacturability, making it easier for patients to store essential medicines.
- mOm Incubators (UK): A lightweight, inflatable incubator providing affordable care for newborns in underdeveloped areas. Since winning, it has supported over 10,000 infants worldwide, including in conflict zones like Ukraine.
- SoaPen (USA): A soap-based, colorful pen that teaches children the importance of handwashing. Created by Parsons School of Design graduates, Shubham Issar and Amanat Anand, it has successfully launched in the US, promoting fun and effective hygiene education.
Competition Timeline and Judging Criteria
The submission deadline is July 16, 2025 (midnight). After that, a panel of industry experts and Dyson engineers will assess entries based on:
- Functionality
- Innovation & Uniqueness
- Feasibility for Commercialization
- Design Process & Thinking
Key Dates to Remember:
- September 10, 2025: National winners announced (£5,000 prize each)
- October 15, 2025: Global Top 20 shortlist revealed
- November 5, 2025: Global winners selected by James Dyson
2025 Prize Breakdown:
- Global winners: £30,000 each
- National winners: £5,000 each
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Previous global winners
A portable and affordable hair-loss prevention device for chemotherapy patients.
A reusable, nature-inspired sensor to improve weather forecasting and tackle e-waste.
A head movement-based mouse for enabling hands-free control of computers & smartphones with simple head movements designed for people with upper-limb disabilities.
A hands-free IV device for disaster zones.
A sustainable exterior wall coating with a high cooling effect, reducing environmental costs of air conditioning.
An off-road trailer ambulance for universal towing.
A smart sensor for dressings which indicates how well a wound is healing by measuring its pH level.
A machine that recycles plastic bottles into affordable 3D printer filament for developing nations
Note: The article is written by the Brand Desk.
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