The Tech Awards honors innovators from around the world who are applying technology to address humanity’s most urgent challenges.
In partnership with Santa Clara University’s Center for Science, Technology, and Society, 15 Laureates are selected annually and US$50,000 is awarded to one Laureate in each category: Environment, Economic Development, Education, Equality, and Health.
Individuals as well as nonprofit and commercial organizations are eligible. Anyone may submit a nomination. Self-nominations are accepted and encouraged.
Visit www.techawards.org to learn more. Last year's awards featured technology ranging from alternative energy and fortified rice to open-source software and online video.

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