Do you want to become a star of the scientific sky and shine in one of the oldest international science competitions? Do you wish to improve your presentation skills, experience the big stage, gain important networking opportunities, and enjoy an action-packed weekend with other finalists? Then FameLab is the competition for you!
The FameLab project began in 2004 and quickly gained worldwide popularity. In the Czech Republic, the competition has been organized since 2011 and has so far had only one Czech winner. Come and compete in 2025 with colleagues from all over the world!
study or work in the field of natural sciences, technical sciences, medicine, mathematics, or humanities, and be over 21 years of age
be a student or employee of a university or research institution, or a secondary school teacher operating within the Czech Republic
prepare a performance lasting no more than 3 minutes
present at the university and national rounds in Czech, Slovak or English; the international final is held in English
present your scientific topic without using a projector (i.e. no digital presentations, videos, etc.)
bring and take away all props by yourself and ensure their safety
attend the weekend MASTERCLASS training
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WHEN |
WHAT |
WHERE & HOW |
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May 20 – June 30 |
Application – send videos |
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End of July |
Announcement of Czech finalists | |
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Sept 13–14 |
National MASTERCLASS training |
Prague |
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Sept 29 |
National final |
Prague |
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Oct 31 |
International MASTERCLASS (online) |
Online |
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Nov 25 |
International final |
Geneva |
More info:
By sending your video to by June 30, 2025, you enter the preliminary round. An expert jury will select 8–10 best participants based on content, clarity, and charisma. These selected applicants will attend the prestigious weekend MASTERCLASS training and compete in the national final in Prague in September. The winner will advance to compete among the best presenters from other participating countries.
Record your performance (max 3 minutes). Technical quality and device type do not matter – we will evaluate the content. Please send the video in the following format:
Landscape orientation
Standard Full HD Video 1080p
Resolution: 16:9
Picture aspect ratio: 1920 x 1080 px
Format: MP4
Contact the national coordinator for the Czech Republic:
Lucie Válová
