3rd Young Researchers Competition
Join the premier research competition for young scientists in the foundry industry. Present your innovative research and compete for prizes up to €8,000.
The Top 10 researchers will be invited on an all-expenses-paid trip to present at the World Foundry Conference in Türkiye, where the Top 3 will receive their awards on stage.
- Prize Pool
- €14,000
- Online Event
- June 8-9
- Final Awards
- Türkiye
- Topics
- 3
How to: Young Researchers Competition
Coming SoonHow It Works
From submission to awards - your journey to the World Foundry Conference in Türkiye.
Submit Your Research
Submit your research paper along with a 2-minute video presentation by March 31, 2026.
Expert Review
A jury of professors and industry professionals reviews all submissions and selects the Top 20.
Online Conference
Top 20 researchers present 15-minute video presentations at the online conference on June 8-9, 2026.
Awards in Türkiye
Top 10 are invited to Türkiye (all-expenses-paid) where the Top 3 receive their awards on October 19-21, 2026.
Research Topics
Submit your research in one of these three focus areas.
Casting Solutions
Innovations in casting processes, materials, and quality control for E-mobility and green energy applications.
Digital Methods / Engineering
AI, simulation, Industry 4.0, and sensor technology applications in modern foundries.
Circular Economy / Sustainable Foundry
Recycling, climate neutrality, lifecycle assessment, and sustainable practices in foundry operations.
Key Dates
Mark your calendar for these important milestones.
Call for Papers Deadline
Submit your research paper and 2-minute video presentation.
Expert Review Period
Jury of professors and industry professionals evaluates all submissions.
Online Conference
Top 20 researchers present their 15-minute video presentations.
World Foundry Conference, Türkiye
Top 10 present live, Top 3 receive their awards on stage.
Prizes & Awards
Total prize pool of €14,000 for the top researchers.
1st Place
€8,000
Present at World Foundry Conference
2nd Place
€4,000
Present at World Foundry Conference
3rd Place
€2,000
Present at World Foundry Conference
Top 10 Finalists
All Top 10 researchers receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Türkiye to present their research live at the World Foundry Conference (October 19-21, 2026).
Conference Gallery
Highlights from previous Young Researchers Competitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the competition.
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