In collaboration with UN Global Compact · PRME
Global Innovation Challenge

“Launch the Future”
Global Innovation Challenge

Universities: can turn your shelved or unseen research into a company — for free. Join as a partner, benefit from out-sourced company building at no cost AND enter the competition for a chance to win up to $50K in prizes by submitting innovations or $25K referring others to the platform.

FyrstGen and PRME, an initiative of the UN Global Compact, collaborate to bring global awareness to the FyrstGen model and the “Launch the Future” Competition.

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Time Remaining Until Deadline
September 1, 2026 Midnight EST
What You Can Win

Up to $50,000 in Prizes

Plus announced on stage at the United Nations General Assembly in September.

1
1st Place · Institution
$50,000

For the institution with the most accepted innovations.

2
2nd Place · Institution
$25,000

Awarded to the institution with the second-most accepted innovations.

3
3rd Place · Institution
$10,000

Awarded to the institution with the third-most accepted innovations.

Top Referrer
$25,000

For the institution, person, or network that brings in the most successful referrals.

Lucky Draw
$10,000

One individual innovator or innovation team drawn at random — every accepted submission counts as an entry.

Global Visibility
On the World Stage

Winners announced at the United Nations General Assembly Stage in NYC, amplified with a press release and social campaigns.

How to Participate

No Costs.
Just Three Steps.

No cost, no risk — keep doing the research you love.

1

Register

Create a free account on app.fyrstgen.com. Institutions can partner and onboard their students and faculty. Independent innovators can register. University networks or associations can also join just to refer.

2

Go to "Competition"

Click on the “competition” to learn more and get your referral link.

Partners registered on the platform who submit innovations before the deadline automatically enter for a chance to win.

3

Submit Innovations

Upload with AI-assisted tools. Every accepted innovation counts towards competition and for entry to the free Company Building as a Service™.

AND / OR

Refer Others

Share your link to bring others on the platform — and have the chance to win the $25,000 referral prize.

1,500
Universities join free
200+
Already on board
134
Companies already built from research IP
Eligibility

Innovation Requirements

  • A physical product or technology.
  • Functional prototype and ready for market introduction.
  • Is NOT in the excluded categories (med-tech, bio-tech, pharma, or pure software).
  • Aligns with at least one UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG).
No Poverty
No PovertyPromotes fair wealth distribution by transforming global IP into businesses, engaging underserved communities, and reinvesting up to 50% of profits into poverty reduction via its foundation.
Zero Hunger
Zero HungerScales innovations in agtech and sustainable farming by commercializing IPs that enhance food security.
Good Health and Well-being
Good Health and Well-beingFast-tracks commercialization of life-saving technologies that improve public health.
Quality Education
Quality EducationEmpowers universities to innovate and monetize IP, enhancing funding for education and research.
Gender Equality
Gender EqualityEnsures equal access to startup funding for women and builds portfolios focused on women-led innovations.
Clean Water and Sanitation
Clean Water and SanitationAccelerates water purification and sanitation solutions via direct-to-exit company building.
Affordable and Clean Energy
Affordable and Clean EnergyScales IPs in solar, wind, hydrogen, and sustainable energy systems.
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Decent Work and Economic GrowthGenerates mass job creation through large-scale company launches and inclusive economic models.
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Industry, Innovation and InfrastructureStandardizes company building and supports innovation infrastructure for global inclusion.
Reduced Inequalities
Reduced InequalitiesExpands access to entrepreneurial tools for innovators from marginalized communities.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesEnables rapid scaling of smart infrastructure through targeted IP commercialization.
Responsible Consumption and Production
Responsible Consumption and ProductionPromotes circular economy and clean tech to reduce pollution, water use, and waste.
Climate Action
Climate ActionDrives emissions reduction, environmental monitoring, and climate resilience through sustainable investment.
Life Below Water
Life Below WaterConverts marine conservation and aquaculture tech into market-ready companies.
Life on Land
Life on LandFosters biodiversity, reforestation, and sustainable land use through innovation commercialization.
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Peace, Justice and Strong InstitutionsStrengthens institutions through support for ethical entrepreneurship and economic inclusion.
Partnerships for the Goals
Partnerships for the GoalsBuilds a global ecosystem of partners to scale impact-driven businesses.
Sustainable Development Goals

Ready to Launch the Future?

Free to enter. Free to refer. Real prizes. Real visibility on the UN General Assembly stage.

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