Amsterdam Science & Innovation Awards

The AmSIA takes a pause in 2026, but the ideas live on. Looking for information or inspiration? Explore the breakthroughs, meet the innovative academics, and get ready for the next edition in 2027. You’re in the right place.

Discover the competition

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Curious about extraordinary ideas?

Curious about the winning ideas from past editions of AmSIA? Since its launch, AmSIA has given a stage to over 700 innovative ideas: spanning topics as diverse as climate resilience, digital health, inclusive education, urban sustainability, and ethical technology. Take a look for yourself!

Participants' success stories Winners of 2025

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AmSIA provided an inspiring platform for showcasing sustainability in action.

Florenz Buß University of Amsterdam Winner AmSIA 2025 in the category of Environment & Climate

Honouring renowned researchers for their impact

From improving diagnostics in early pregnancy, to pushing global climate justice, to tackling obesity, to uncovering what’s necessary to safeguard biodiversity, to innovative mathematical models to improve dike heights, and streamline global food supply chains, these researchers show us that the power of knowledge is real-world impact.

Everything about the Impact Award Press release recipients 2025