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Falling Walls Lab Münster

Falling Walls Lab is coming to Münster! Under the motto “Which are the next walls to fall?”, the University of Münster is organizing its own Falling Walls Lab for the first time in 2025. We are looking for outstanding ideas, innovative solutions and pioneering concepts for current social challenges.

What are Falling Walls Labs?

Falling Walls Labs are international, interdisciplinary pitch competitions for students, doctoral candidates and early postdoctoral researchers. They provide early-career scientists and innovators with a platform to present their projects and visions, and to network both locally and globally. In just three minutes, the participants present their ideas and convince the jury and audience.

Every year, more than 70 renowned universities and research institutions around the world host their own Falling Walls Lab to showcase the most innovative minds in their region. The winners of the regional labs qualify for the global final at the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin, where they have the chance to win the title "Breakthrough of the Year".

Falling Walls Lab Münster 2025

On September 11, 2025, the first Falling Walls Lab will take place in Münster - in the middle of the city and high above the rooftops of Münster, in the FIEGE X-Dock (Am Mittelhafen 32, 48155 Münster). Participants will each have three minutes to present their projects to a high-caliber jury of renowned, regional scientific figures, interested guests and the public. The focus is on the innovative potential and social impact of their approaches.

  • Who can participate?

    This event is open to emerging talents from all disciplines at the start of their scientific careers. Eligibility criteria:

    - Minimum age 18 at the time of application; no upper age limit

    - No prior participation in a Falling Walls Lab

    - Fulfil at least one of the following:

    • Currently enrolled as a student
    • Bachelor’s degree awarded within the last 10 years
    • Master’s degree awarded within the last 7 years
    • Doctorate awarded within the last 5 years

     

  • Why should I participate?

    The winners of each regional lab qualify for the global final in Berlin, win a ticket to the Falling Walls Science Summit and take part in an exclusive extended program. In addition to the title of “Breakthrough of the Year” in the Emerging Talents category, the final also offers financial support for the implementation of their own project ideas. In addition, participation offers a unique opportunity for networking, exchange and international visibility.

  • How to apply

    Interested presenters can register here! The deadline for applications is 15 August 2025. All pitches must be delivered in English. For queries about the application process or the event, please contact: fallingwallslab@uni-muenster.de

    Need inspiration? Discover past winners at Falling Walls Lab 2023

  • Event details

    11 September 2025 – FIEGE X-Dock (Am Mittelhafen 32, 48155 Münster)

    Enjoy an exciting supporting programme, including a keynote by Johanna Baare (Co-Founder of traceless materials)!

  • Attending as a spectator

    If you prefer to observe rather than present, secure one of the limited spectator places here: Registration. We look forward to welcoming you to Münster’s first Falling Walls Lab!