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Have you got what it takes to present your ground-breaking research in just three minutes to a general audience?
If so, read on....

What is Falling Walls Lab?

Since 2009, the annual Falling Walls competition has brought together innovators and researchers from diverse fields to showcase their ground-breaking ideas and projects. Participants have the opportunity to present their innovations to a distinguished panel of experts, investors, and thought leaders, with the goal of breaking down the walls that exist in science, technology, and society.

The premise of the competition is straightforward: participants present their science breakthrough in just three minutes in a way that is accessible to specialists and non-specialists alike. The KAUST Falling Walls Lab competition takes place in September every year with the winner then going on to represent our University at the final held every November in Berlin, Germany.

Participating in Falling Walls Lab offers contestants unique opportunities to network with science collaborators and professionals from around the world, give exposure to their research on a prestigious global platform, and hone invaluable presentation and communication skills. Are you ready for this exciting challenge?

Watch our Falling Walls Lab Info-video

The video will give you essential information on:

  • The structure and format of an engaging Falling Walls Lab pitch
  • The timeline of the Falling Walls KAUST competition and the Berlin final
  • The application process

Looking for inspiration and more information?

Did you know that KAUST has already had three winners (with the most recent in 2024) at the Falling Walls Lab Final in Berlin?

Watch their winning pitches here:

Follow this link to the official Falling Walls website where you can watch highlights from previous winners' pitches. You can also access the official Falling Walls YouTube channel here to see more past pitches in full.