A group of high-profile local organisations have joined forces with the Singularity University, based at NASA’s research park in California, to provide an opportunity for the people from the Isle of Man to help the development of advancing technologies and applying them to address one or more of humanity’s grand challenges.
Two people will be rewarded with a place each at Singularity University’s week-long executive programme in December 2013. The $25,000 total prize also includes flight and accommodation expenses.
Mike Halsall, an alumnus of Singularity University, had this message for entrants: ‘You may already have effected change through the use of emerging technologies, or used your entrepreneurial skills to great benefit. You may also be an up and coming inspirational leader with a great vision.
‘Applications are invited that may be just ideas, concepts or fully developed proposals, ranging from complex to mind-bogglingly simple. Focus your submission on the benefits to the Isle of Man as well as global humanity.’
PokerStars is sponsoring the initiative.
Applicants need to be classified as ‘Isle of Man Workers’ and ideally based in the Isle of Man. You may choose to submit an application as an individual or as a representative of a group.
Details on how to apply for the Isle of Man Grand Challenge are available at www.iomgrandchallenge.com or www.whereyoucan.im/IOM-Grand-Challenge/Introduction.aspx or can be requested from Dr Ken Milne, Department of Economic Development by email at Ken.Milne@gov.im