Sigune Choe

The nominating institution Ginkgo Bioworks on the breakthrough: To design a world without waste, Design by Decay designs waste intentionally. It proposes biological decay as a fabrication process, using enzymes and microbes to decompose and compose biological matter at the same time. By mediating decay through species selection, environmental conditions,…

The nominating institution CNRS on the breakthrough: JEDI seeks to bring Europe in a leadership position in breakthrough technologies. It is powered by 3.900 leaders of Europe’s deeptech ecosystem in 25 countries. JEDI is launching GrandChallenges to push the frontiers of innovation with a radical method based on excellence, speed,…

The aim of my project is to develop a quantum computing platform that natively operates on more than just zero and one in order to achieve more efficient and more powerful quantum computers.

The nominating institution Japan Science and Technology Agency on the breakthrough: Quantum information technologies are expected to bring scientific and social benefits that will change the world. Prof. Oiwa in Osaka University is conducting a JST project to develop a Poincaré interface using quantum dots as hardware for realizing long…

How Immunotherapy Can Become Effective Against Cancer One of the biggest challenges in the research for new cancer treatments is the fact that many tumours are equipped with a molecular shield that allows them to repel attacks from the immune system. Since the 1980s, there have been cancer therapies which…

Sherwood Lollar brings together hydrogeology and isotope geochemistry to challenge understandings of the role of water in planetary subsurfaces. Her work explores the physical and chemical controls on subsurface architecture by tracking the fate of carbon-bearing fluids and gases in ancient fracture waters in the Earth’s crust. Her project on…

Mohamed Abdelkodous is addressing the vulnerability of glassy surfaces to environmental elements and the high costs of cleaning and maintenance. His proposed solution, NANO Surface-X®, is an advanced and cost-effective glass surface coating that leverages hydrophobic nanoparticles, providing self-cleaning abilities and protecting surfaces from water, dust, and other liquids to…

Makings of a Malignancy is a world-first, portable, cancer biology-themed puzzle room. Using an escape room as a unique and innovative platform, we’re explaining the complexities of cancer through an immersive experience. Highlighting prevention messaging and modern therapeutic challenges, we’ve exhibited to various audiences throughout Australia. In early 2020, we…

Michaela Vojníková argues that bioceramic scaffolds can be prepared by using a freeze-casting method. This allows people to prepare pores appropriate for nerve guidance with a length of more than 3 cm and from a biocompatible material.

Water is a clean source of energy that be used as a fuel for a hydrogen-powered, self-manufacturing hydrogen-cell car that does not need expensive hydrogen fuel stations.