The EUCYS jury comprises 20 to 25 highly qualified scientists, innovators, researchers, and industry experts appointed annually by the European Commission. These esteemed individuals are selected based on their scientific expertise and serve as independent evaluators, not representing any institution or country. The jury assesses projects based on originality, creativity, scientific rigor, and clarity of presentation. Their evaluations play a crucial role in determining the recipients of the core and special prizes awarded during the contest.
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What makes the jury special?
- Jury members are drawn from academia and industry, covering a wide range of scientific fields.
- The jury is appointed to ensure geographical and gender balance.
- Up to one-third of the jury is refreshed each year, bringing new perspectives and ensuring fairness.
During the contest, each project is reviewed in detail by at least five jury members. Over three days, jury members conduct interviews with all participants, asking in-depth questions about the research and encouraging thoughtful discussion. These interactions are central to the final assessment.
The President of the Jury coordinates the evaluation process and presents the final results during the Award Ceremony. All jury decisions are made by consensus, and once announced, are final.
A detailed list of the EUCYS 2025 Jury members will be published soon. Stay tuned for updates.