Researchers invited to enter Green Talents competition

Sustainable development is among the most important challenges of our time. Striving to lead an environmentally friendly way of life that conserves resources is essential to preserve our world for subsequent generations. With its top locations for innovation and research, Germany is aiming to reach this goal by intensifying international cooperation. Young minds in particular have the creativity required to spark the lively and successful partnerships of today and the future.

Since 2009, the BMBF has held the prestigious Green Talents - International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development, to promote the international exchange of ideas regarding green solutions. The award honours 25 young researchers from around the world each year.

Various disciplines

The winners come from various scientific disciplines and are recognised for their outstanding achievements in making our societies more sustainable. The Green Talents 2014 are selected by a high-ranking jury of German experts and are granted unique access to the elite of the country's sustainability research field. This includes:

• An invitation to Germany in 2014 to participate in the fully funded two-week science forum. While touring Germany, top locations will open their doors to the Green Talents and offer them an exclusive insight into their facilities and projects.
  
• A chance to present themselves and their work in personal discussions held as part of individual appointments with experts of their choice (during the two-week science forum).
  
• A second invitation to Germany in 2015 for a fully funded research stay of up to three months. At an inspiring location of their choice, the Green Talents will gain new experiences and advance their professional careers while establishing long-lasting partnerships.
  
• Exclusive access to the Green Talents Network of over 100 high potentials in sustainable development from over 35 countries.

For more information, go to www.greentalents.de. The deadline for submissions is 16 June 2014.