NANO PITCH CONTEST
Student participants,
Speak for 100 seconds and win cash awards!
Saturday, November 9, 2024 during the Gala Dinner
Register by 2:00 PM on November 9 at the SNO Registration Desk
(Limited participants only)
The Framework: Pitch a problem or opportunity connected with your sustainable nanotechnology research in a clear, compelling manner in 100 seconds.
You should address:
- Problem or opportunity addressed (What is the real-life problem)
- Proposed solution(s) (How does your work/approach solve the problem in a unique way?)
- Potential impacts (What will be the impact/s of your research if you are successful?)
Prepare one PowerPoint slide (No animation) and use it during your presentation – please bring it in a flash drive. The slide must have a title for the pitch and presenter's name. (Tips: Your pitch will be judged using a rubric with points for (1) Problem Statement, (2) Proposed Solution/s, (3) Boarder Impacts, (4) Slide Design, and (5) Poise/Style. While humor is encouraged (but not necessary), your pitch should primarily try to convince the audience that your research (on sustainable nanotechnology) is important to solve a problem(s) and it has immense broader impacts.
Goals
- Teach students to be concise and persuasive
- Stress importance of oral communication and public speaking
- Stimulate students to think about the bigger picture and application areas
- Stimulate good performance under pressure
- Stimulate a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship
- Empower students to lead
Who can participate?
Students involved in sustainable nanotechnology research
How to participate?
Sign-up at the registration desk on November 9, 2024 by 2:00 PM. Only limited number of students will participate (number to be decided by the organizers) – the sooner you sign up, the better (first come, first serve!!).
Were you selected?
Please check back at the registration desk at 5:00 PM to learn whether you are among the shortlisted participants.
When and Where?
Saturday November 9, 2024 during the Gala Dinner
Award Announcement!
November 10, 2024 at 8:30 AM