2024 Vesalius Innovation Award for Entrepreneurs Worldwide by Karger: (Deadline 31 August, 2024)

The VIA celebrates outstanding medical advancements and innovations from young entrepreneurs and start-ups. This is a unique opportunity for exposure and gives science’s future leaders the chance to take their ideas to the next level.

Our prestigious award is inspired by surgeon Andreas Vesalius and his 1543 publication, De Humanis Corporis Fabrica. With this body of work, Vesalius revolutionized anatomy and elevated typography and illustration, laying the foundation for future generations to explore the human body from an entirely new perspective.

Now in its fifth year, the 2024 VIA anniversary edition invites qualified applications from entrepreneurs in science communications.

About Karger

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Karger Vesalius Innovation Award

Aim and Benefits of Karger Vesalius Innovation Award

• The overall winner will be awarded a prize of USD $15,000 and two runners-up USD $5,000 each.
• The top five startups will profit from media coverage, mentoring by experienced experts or Karger employees and will be present at the live pitching event and the award ceremony.

Requirements for Karger Vesalius Innovation Award Qualification

• Open to outstanding medical advancements and innovations from young entrepreneurs and start-ups.
• Applications may come from anywhere in the world.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Karger Vesalius Innovation Award

The focus this year will include the following topics, but that doesn’t mean you have to cover all of them.

• Science Communications: Science communication simplifies complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences, fostering understanding, engagement, and trust. At the Vesalius Innovation Award, they honor advancements in science communication that empower individuals with knowledge, promoting informed decision-making.
• Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionizing science communication by harnessing the power of AI to enhance the dissemination and understanding of complex scientific concepts.
• Education: Empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate science’s complexities, fostering a culture of curiosity and informed decision-making.
• Information Transfer – from the Lab to the Public: Bridging the gap between scientific discoveries and public understanding by making complex research accessible and engaging for broader audiences.
• New Business Models in Publishing: Exploring innovative publishing techniques to transform the dissemination of scientific knowledge and enhance the accessibility, affordability, and impact of research findings.
• Research Integrity: Upholding trust and credibility in science communication by ensuring honest and ethical inquiry and dissemination.

Application Deadline

August 31, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Karger on karger.com to apply

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