Lee Howell

Our project focuses on inspiring people into science and technology through astronomy. We take our 12 inch computerised telescope and 8meter portable planetarium to schools and public places in an effort to inspire, engage and empower the next generation of African scientists. We invite kids for a lesson under the…

Douglas Remhunga is addressing the environmental problem of aluminium can waste by proposing a solution that involves extracting nano alumina from the cans. This nano alumina can then be utilised as an adsorbent or catalyst to treat acid mine drainage, offering a sustainable approach to repurpose aluminium can waste.

How Robotics and Digital Data Will Change the Future of Agriculture The history of agriculture is one of constant evolution and a fair share of ground-breaking revolutions. Domesticated animals, employed to do some of the back-breaking work formerly done by farmers themselves, were replaced by tractors about a hundred years…

Lorena Neira Ramírez developed a low-cost material to maximize the area coralline algae can grow upon. Facilitating a settlement substrate helps marine ecosystems capture carbon faster and more efficiently.

Nominated by: Brian Schmidt, Australian National University Presented by: Christian Freier

In this Falling Walls Breakthrough Conversation with Hemai Parthasarathy, digital participants had the chance to discuss and ask questions. The interview series provided an intense personal atmosphere, in which high-level guests, speakers and panelists of the Falling Walls Science Summit 2021 focused on their individual research, career paths and experiences.…

Banana-based biodegradable sanitary pads can combat the waste problem of sanitary pads by utilizing banana plant and leaf extract betel.

PRESENTED BY Josua Jordi NOMINATED BY University of Zurich Tags: Bye Bye Late Night Cravings, Swiss Start-ups, Pharma, Bio Tech, Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Appetite Supressors, First-in-class, Novel Drug Discovery Platform

Unlocking the Mysteries of the Cell – Falling Walls Circle Round Table 2023 In this roundtable discussion a multidisciplinary group of experts will share their perspectives on how collaborations using state-of-the-art genomic, open science, and imaging technologies are providing new insights into human biology and how these fundamental discoveries will…

Incubators and accelerators are a great way to support early stage startups (and often also first time founders) through education programs, matchmaking, mentorship and financing. With the overwhelming success of programs like Y-Combinator, we saw a surge in programs that are helping founders succeed with their startups. We are discussing…