{"id":793,"date":"2026-01-20T15:21:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T14:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phdcruise-academic.eu\/?page_id=793"},"modified":"2026-03-13T14:05:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T13:05:03","slug":"project-competition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/phdcruise-academic.eu\/?page_id=793","title":{"rendered":"Project Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The PhD Cruise Project Competition is an important opportunity for PhD students to present their research projects and innovative ideas to a distinguished panel of experts and faculty members invited to evaluate the proposals. It offers participants the chance to receive valuable feedback to strengthen and further develop their research, while also engaging in meaningful discussion with highly qualified scholars and professionals. Beyond the competition itself, the event represents a unique moment to exchange perspectives, gain visibility, and connect with scholars and experts of outstanding academic and professional calibre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The competition will take place through an individual 10\u201315 minute presentation<\/strong>, during which each participant will introduce their research project, highlight its originality and potential impact, and present its main objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The faculty of experts for this year is available at the following link: –<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Competition Highlights<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Participant Presentations<\/strong>: Each PhD candidate will deliver a concise, impactful presentation (10 minutes), followed by a Q&A session with the expert panel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Evaluation Criteria<\/strong>:\n
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    • Innovation<\/strong>: Originality and creativity of the research concept.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Impact<\/strong>: Relevance and contribution to science, industry, or society.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Methodology<\/strong>: Rigor and soundness of research design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Communication<\/strong>: Clarity, engagement, and presentation skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Awards<\/strong>: Recognitions include “Best Innovative Research,” “Highest Practical Impact,” and “Outstanding Presentation.”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Why Attend<\/strong>: This competition is a unique opportunity for PhD researchers to receive feedback from global leaders in their fields, inspire innovation, and connect with peers and mentors. It celebrates the pursuit of knowledge, interdisciplinary dialogue, and the power of transformative ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Submission Guidelines<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Abstract Length<\/strong>: Maximum of one A4 page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Format<\/strong>:\n
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        • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Line Spacing: Single.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Content Structure<\/strong>:\n
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          • Title<\/strong>: Project title (bold, centered, maximum of 20 words).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Author Details<\/strong>: Full name, institution, and email address (below the title).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Abstract Body<\/strong>:\n
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            • Introduction<\/strong>: Brief background and significance of the research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Objectives<\/strong>: Clearly stated aims of the project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Methodology<\/strong>: Overview of the approach or techniques used.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Results and Contributions<\/strong>: Key findings (if available) and potential impact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Keywords<\/strong>: Up to 5 keywords representing the project\u2019s scope.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • File Format<\/strong>: PDF.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Evaluation Criteria<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Submissions will be assessed based on the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Innovation<\/strong>: Originality and creativity of the research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Impact<\/strong>: Relevance and potential contributions to science, industry, or society.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Clarity<\/strong>: Well-articulated objectives and methodology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. Presentation<\/strong>: Coherence and readability of the abstract.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Submission Deadline<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Date<\/strong>: –<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n