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Innovation

Lenzing Young Scientist Award

Award for innovators

Are you ready to tackle the challenges of the textile and nonwovens industries? The Lenzing Young Scientist Award is your gateway to recognition and innovation. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding scientific achievements and promotes cutting-edge research by young scientists like you.

Nature's Limitless Inspiration

For the fourth time, the Lenzing Group is honoring young researchers with the Lenzing Young Scientist Award for excellent research in fibers and textiles. This year’s topic is

“Nature’s Limitless Inspiration: Together we explore sustainable innovations based on cellulosics, including regenerated cellulosic fibers and films, and cellulose composites”.

Submit your work and face a jury of renowned industry experts.

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Career boost

Gain recognition and take your career to the next level.

Networking opportunity

Connect with industry leaders and fellow researchers.

Prize money

Win EUR 3,000 for your Bachelor or Master thesis, and EUR 5,000 for your PhD thesis.

Presentation at Dornbirn GFC

Showcase your work on an international stage from September 10-12, 2025. We’ve got your travel expenses covered!

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Submissions can include content from Bachelor's, Master's or PhD theses published between July 2024 and June 2025, and the language of the scientific work should be English.

Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD students, especially those studying Science and Design/Fashion, are eligible to submit their scientific work.

Submissions can be sent to [email protected]

The submission period is from February 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025.

Submissions should include a CV, the thesis itself and a scientific work description (1-2 pages) detailing the problem statement, solution approach, results, and implementation status. The quality of the submission will be evaluated. The language of the submission should be English.

Yes, a confirmation that the submitter holds all rights to the scientific work and can share it is required. Restricted research or research that is subject to secrecy may not be submitted.

The scientific thesis will be evaluated by an independent jury of renowned industry experts. The awards will be presented during the Dornbirn GFC 2025, from September 10-12, 2025, in Dornbirn, Austria. The winners will be invited to the congress to present their research. The evaluation criteria will prioritize the most innovative thesis with the potential to be game-changers.

The Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC) is a premier event for the fiber industry, offering unparalleled opportunities for young scientists. Presenting at Dornbirn-GFC means sharing your research with a diverse audience of industry leaders and innovators, build connections to boost your career and engage with cutting-edge developments and ideas in the fiber and nonwovens industries.