What have the following got in common?

  • The acoustic signature of a mosquito’s beating wing to prevent Malaria.
  • A venting system for smoke-filled huts
  • A digital watch to predict menstrual cycles
  • Early diagnosis methodology for ‘diabetic foot’
  • An off grid desalination and cooling system unit

They have all won the prestigious Innovation4All award having been judged to alleviate the consequences of underlying issues leading to people being disadvantaged by poverty or hardship.  The award is intended to encourage engineers or businesses to apply their skills and expertise to improve the lives of populations in the UK or abroad.

The award is worth £20,000 for the winner and for a runner-up a lesser sum can be awarded at the discretion of the Judging panel.

Entries are now open for the 2027’s awards. The closing date is 31 January 2027. Further details can be obtained on the following link Awards – The Worshipful Company of Engineers