Johannesburg – Researchers from Africa committed to tackling real-world scientific and technological challenges are invited to join the 2025 VYZOV Future Technologies Award (a challenge translated from Russian).
This award serves as an international competition aimed at recognizing groundbreaking ideas and inventions that have the power to reshape modern science and influence individual lives.
The “Discovery” category, introduced in 2024, welcomes scientists from around the globe, including those associated with African universities, laboratories, or research institutions.
The VYZOV Prize supports projects that could revolutionize entire fields of knowledge or develop technologies that improve daily life.
With five categories—“Breakthrough”, “Engineering Solution”, “Perspective”, and “Scientist of the Year”—the prize seeks to honor significant contributions to science.
The international “Discovery” category highlights research that has made a substantial impact on science and technology globally.
This initiative is sponsored by various organizations and companies, including Rosatom, one of the award’s key partners.
“African researchers are making significant progress in medicine, energy, climate, and agriculture—their insights should be recognized in global scientific discussions,” stated Ryan Collyer, CEO of Rosatom Central and Southern Africa.
“Our aim is to promote greater international collaboration and highlight innovations coming from outside traditional centers.”
Applications are open until May 21, 2025, allowing researchers to submit their projects either individually, through peer nominations, or by being nominated by a scientific organization.
The overall prize fund totals 60 million rubles (approximately 740,000 US dollars).
The VYZOV Prize is one of several science-oriented initiatives backed by Russian entities in partnership with global institutions.
Another example is Global HackAtom, an annual applied science competition where student teams, including participants from Africa, address practical challenges in the nuclear sector.
In 2023, this competition was held in Rwanda, featuring students from the University of Rwanda who developed nuclear-related projects and presented their ideas to industry experts.
These programs, catering to both emerging scientists and seasoned professionals, are designed to encourage continued engagement in science and innovation.
They also reflect the growing emphasis on inclusive research ecosystems and global partnerships to tackle shared challenges—from energy transitions to technological self-sufficiency.
For further details about the VYZOV Future Technologies Award, visit: https://vyzovprize.com
