The James Dyson Award, a global design engineering competition that has supported more than 400 inventions, is open for submissions for 2026. The Award invites current and recent design and engineering students across 28 countries and regions to present ideas that tackle real-world problems. The James Dyson Award is your chance to make a name for yourself as an inventor. As well as winning a significant cash prize, you could generate media exposure to kick-start your career, earn the esteem of your peers – and perhaps gain the confidence to launch your own business.

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