Participation in the Competition is free of charge to enter. The registration fee is only applicable if your application has passed the prejudging phase. Thus, you pay only if your application has been approved and confirmed, and if you have successfully passed the first stage of the Open International Competition.
Since the “Scientist of the Year” Open International Competition is permanent, entries are accepted on a regular basis. However, all received nominations are taken into consideration in terms of the current calendar year's deadlines, and the Winners will also be declared as this year’s nominees.
The results of the Competition are announced twice a month and affiliated with a scientific discipline in one of the six main Categories:
- Natural Sciences
Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences, Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth and related Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Other Natural Sciences - Engineering & Technology
Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Medical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Biotechnology, Industrial Biotechnology, Nano-Technology, Other Engineering and Technologies - Medicine & Health
Basic Medicine, Clinical Medicine, Health Sciences, Medical Biotechnology, Other Medical Sciences - Agricultural Sciences
Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, Animal and Dairy Science, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, Other Agricultural Sciences - Social Sciences
Psychology, Economics and Business, Educational Sciences, Sociology, Law, Political Science, Social and Economic Geography, Media and Communications, Other Social Sciences - The Humanities
History, Archaeology, Languages, Literature, Philosophy, Ethics and Religion, Arts (Arts, History of Arts, Performing Arts, Music), Other Humanities
A category for the nomination is selected by the applicant.
The first stage of the Competition process is the consideration of all submitted applications and their approval/rejection by the IARC Review Committee.
In the second stage of the Competition, our experts evaluate each candidate's potential and track record, as well as the scientific value and impact of his/her works on the modern world and human being.
Nominations will be evaluated by the following criteria, including but not limited to:
- Significant and original contribution of a Contestant to basic and/or applied research in his/her field of expertise;
- Number of publications and/or issued patents;
- Mentoring of graduate students, postdocs, staff members, visiting scientists, or successful management records, etc.
In addition, you can submit to the Competition a brief description of your recent projects, such as:
- Theoretical research/study;
- Scientific models, prototypes, systems, and devices that serve a community benefit and use the scientific methodology with practical experiments in various applied science and technology disciplines;
- Practical research that is directly linked to a community benefit and solves a problem, and have clear and tangible end products;
- Research/Study that might not be directly linked to a community benefit through an end-product, and might not provide a direct solution for a problem, or might not have a tangible end product; however, it provides breakthrough results/outcomes in the field of study.
Based on the results of the previous two stages, in the third stage, the Judging Committee evaluates all selected candidates and makes a final decision.
The Competition results are summed up once a month, and the winners are announced on the International Achievements Research Center website and on its official social media channels.
Through your participation in the “Scientist of the Year” Open International Competition, you will be able to take significant advantages & benefits.
Rejection and Opportunities for Contestants
At our Open International Competition Program, we believe in fostering growth and encouraging every participant to strive for excellence. In the event that a contestant does not win, we have established a structured process to ensure their experience remains valuable and rewarding.
Contestants will be informed of the Competition results via a personalized email. This communication will acknowledge their effort, express appreciation for their participation, and provide a clear indication of the outcome, emphasizing opportunities for improvement and future success. Non-winning contestants will receive constructive feedback highlighting key areas for improvement and alignment with the Competition standards. This feedback aims to guide contestants in refining their submissions for future opportunities. Additionally, contestants who do not win will have the opportunity to revise and resubmit their application in the same year under a different category without any additional charges. Alternatively, they can participate in the Competition again next year, incorporating the feedback provided. Every contestant, regardless of the outcome, will also receive a Certificate of Participation to acknowledge their dedication and hard work.
By providing these opportunities, we aim to ensure that every contestant feels valued, inspired, and empowered to continue their journey toward excellence in science and innovation.