2024 20^th International Inventor Prize (IIP) Selection Method

The International Inventor Prize (IIP) extends its invitation and cordially welcomes all inventor groups from around the world, as well as outstanding individual inventors to join together with representatives from industry and academia to participate in this greatly significant international innovation and invention conference. Let’s collectively promote the advancement of flourishing and united efforts in global innovation and invention work, and look forward to the IIP becoming the highest honorary symbol of global innovation and invention.

Award Categories

◎  Health Care and Biotechnology Merit Award

Application Criteria:

1.     Research units, academic units, and CEOs/leaders in the manufacturing industry who are involved in the fields of biotechnology and medicine.

2.  R&D personnel with research and patents related to biotechnology and medicine.

3.     Outstanding manufacturers, representatives, and high-level managers in the biotechnology and medical industry (including agents and import/export businesses) who have contributed to the advancement of human health.

◎ Lifetime Achievement Academic Award for Outstanding International Achievement

Application Criteria:

1.     The applicant’s total score on the evaluation scale is at least 1500, and they hold at least 10 domestic and/or international patents.

2.     Or, the applicant holds at least 20 domestic and/or international patents and has previously won an award in an international invention exhibition.

3.     Or, the applicant holds a special invention patent and is a business manager, CEO, or leader of an innovation and invention related team, etc. who has made significant contributions to Taiwan’s economy and society.

◎ Pride of the Nation Invention Award for Outstanding International Achievement

Application Criteria:

1.  The applicant’s total score on the evaluation scale is at least 500.

2.  Or, the applicant is an entrepreneur, CEO, industry leader, etc. who has made outstanding contributions.

◎ International Inventor Prize Golden Globe Award

Application Criteria:

1.  The applicant has previously won an award in a well-known international invention exhibition, a national or international invention competition, or a technology competition.

2.  Or, the applicant is the prior recipient of any IIP award.

3.  If the applicant is approved by the selection committee after reviewing the attached supporting documents, they will be awarded a seat at the golden globe awards.

◎ American DAVINCI Global Innovation Technology Award

Application Criteria:

1.  Prior recipients of the American DAVINCI Global Innovation Technology Award with outstanding achievements; prior recipients of the Pride of the Nation Invention Award for Outstanding International Achievement or any higher honor.

2.  Scholars with outstanding research results related to innovative technology; industrial R&D leaders and agents with outstanding innovative ideas and results in R&D, products, operations, etc. Applicants must attach a resume and supporting documents, and be approved by Southern Utah University.

3.  The relevant officials from Southern Utah University will come to Taiwan to present the award certificate.

◎  Global Business Leader Excellence Award

Application Criteria:

1.  Chairpersons and CEOs at internationally-renowned businesses/business groups, must have at least five years of leadership at present business

2.  Responsible persons at related internationally-renowned NGO organizations and foundations, must have at least five years of leadership at present organization

3. Attach supporting materials (proof of business/organization’s major accomplishments/honors in the market, society, nation, and the world)

◎  International Academia/ Innovation Award

Application Criteria:

1.  International academic: The applicant’s research is related to innovation and invention, and they have outstanding academic achievements.

2.  Business innovator: The business’ research, products, operations, etc. are related to business development, and it has outstanding innovative ideas and achievements. Additionally, it has made significant contributions toward the advancement of Taiwanese society.

3.  The applicant must attach a resume and supporting documents, such as academic research results and award certificates or business R&D results and award certificates, etc., and be approved by the selection committee.

◎ International Fellow of CIIS

Application Criteria:

1.  The applicant has at least 2 patented inventions or is an entrepreneur, R&D personnel, or high-level manager who has made substantial contributions.

2.  After approval by the evaluation committee, the applicant will be awarded the qualification of fellow.

Application Method

1.  Fill out the registration form, attach copies of relevant identification documents and one 2” photo (showing head and chest), and send them to the Association. The Association will organize a selection committee of invited academic specialists such as college presidents, university professors, etc. to examine all applications. Successful applicants will be formally notified. (Previous winners should not apply for the same award category.)

2.  Successful applicants must provide an electronic file including their personal information and a summary of their specialized field. Those applying for the American DAVINCI Global Innovation Technology Award must also provide an English application.

3.  Register using the relevant form. Please visit the Association’s official website to download the registration form. Domestic applicants, please submit your application by postal mail and use the postmark date as proof, and must be postmarked before the deadline. For international applicants, please submit your application materials via email before the deadline. Please calculate your score and email us to inquire about the registration fees for each award category in this event.

If you have any problems with registration, please contact with Association’s secretariate: gsu@inno.org.tw

This event requires payment for participation. Please contact the Secretariat of our association at TEL: +886-2-2752-2129 or +886-2-2778-2688 for further information.

Registration Dates

Ends 2 October 2024. Please register early, as spots are limited.

Selection Date

Mid to late October 2024

Award Ceremony

The award ceremony will be held on Thursday, 21 November 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the The ILLUME TAIPEI Hotel 2F Grand Ballroom A (Add:100, Dunhua N. Rd., Songshan Dist., Taipei 105020, Taiwan). Invited government officials and other distinguished guests will attend to personally present the International Invention Hall of Fame award and other honors. Esteemed guests from domestic and international fields of invention, academia, and industry are all invited to attend.

Scoring Evaluation Scale

1. Evaluation points:

2. Community service contribution points: Previous or current positions in community groups, guilds, societies, academic associations, academic units, etc.