THE NTD INNOVATION PRIZE IS PAUSED FOR 2024
UPDATES EXPECTED IN 2025
Will final pitches be virtual or in-person?
The Innovation Prize is working with the NNN Conference to determine the best format for final pitches and winner selection. More information will follow soon.
Can I participate in the competition if I’m not planning attend the NNN conference?
Yes, you may submit an abstract even if you aren’t sure you will attend NNN. However, if selected as a finalist, it is strongly recommended the primary applicant be registered and in attendance.
What if my idea requires funding above the prize amount?
During the application process you may be asked to provide more information on the total cost to implement your idea. While projects may have budgets exceeding the $40,000 award, we encourage applications to consider lean approaches, especially when testing ideas. The prize is not designed to support large-scale implementation, but rather to fill gaps in funding to launch an idea.
Can I submit more than one abstract?
Yes, you may submit more than one abstract for different ideas, but you may not have more than one idea progress to the final round.
When will I know if I’m a semi-finalist or finalist for the prize?
Semi-finalists will be notified by June 2, 2023 and finalists by July 21 via email from info@ntdinnovation.org. Any changes to these dates will be communicated with applicants via email. Please ensure emails from info@ntdinnovation.org do not go to spam.
Will I receive feedback from reviewers regarding my idea?
No. Applicants who don’t proceed to the semi-finalist and finalist rounds will receive a general email notification, but not specific feedback. Reviewer ratings or comments will not be shared.
If I applied in a previous year may I reapply? Can I resubmit the same idea?
Yes, as long as your idea is still considered innovative and meets the criteria, you are welcome to reapply using an idea submitted in previous years.
Can we submit as a team?
Yes, abstracts may be submitted by an individual or team. However, the application materials don’t include a place to list multiple members. Please indicate the primary applicant who will serve as the point of contact with the prize organizers.
Can I include photos in my abstract?
No, please do not include photos, graphs or other visuals with your abstract submission. They will be removed before review. If you progress to the semi-finalist round, you will have the opportunity to include photos or demonstrations in the video.
Who are the reviewers and judges?
The reviewers will remain anonymous. They are subject matter experts within the field of mapping, NTDs, and spatial analysis, coming from a variety of organizations and countries. Reviewers sign a confidentiality and conflict of interest agreement.
Can I serve as a reviewer?
Applicants cannot serve as reviewers, but others are invited to complete the call for reviewers form and a member of our team will be in touch.
Please send any other questions to info@ntdinnovation.org