Apply for the Innovative Project Award (for Academics & Researchers)

Eligibility Criteria

  • The applicant must be a Jordanian national
  • Currently employed at a Jordanian university or research center.

  • The project must be in the technological maturity stage.
  • The idea must fall within the fields of agriculture and food security.

Award Value

A cash prize of 10,000 JOD awarded to winning academic / researcher or team.

Evaluation Criteria

  • Originality and Innovation

The distinctiveness of the idea compared to traditional solutions, and the creativity shown in its concept and execution.

  • Practical Application
The feasibility of transforming the idea into an actionable, implementable product or service.
  • Social and Economic Impact
The extent to which the project contributes to society or the economy, supported by measurable indicators.
  • Scalability and Sustainability
The potential for the innovation to grow, evolve, and remain sustainable over the long term.
  • Presentation Clarity
The clarity and effectiveness of how the idea is presented to the evaluation committee.
  • Partner Attractiveness

The ability of the project to attract strategic partners and supporting entities.

  • Originality and Innovation
The distinctiveness of the idea compared to traditional solutions, and the creativity shown in its concept and execution.

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