BEYOND Awards Life Science Innovation Award Opens for Entries: Harnessing Cutting-Edge Technology to Disrupt Industry Norms
To focus on the cutting-edge concepts of technological innovation and development, and to demonstrate the impact of technology across various industries in present and future societies. To promote the deep integration of technological innovation, capital, and industry, accelerate the transformation of traditional industries, and foster the sustainable development of humanity and society.The 2nd BEYOND International Science and Technology Innovation Expo (i.e., BEYOND Expo 2022), themed “Beyond Again,” is making a strong comeback. It will be held from September 21 to 24 at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo Hall. This year’s event will undergo a comprehensive upgrade, introducing three sub-brands: BEYOND Healthcare, BEYOND Sustainability, and BEYOND Consumer Tech, with a focus on the fields of life sciences, sustainable development, and consumer technology.From specialized professional exhibition zones to vertical industry forums, we facilitate expert exchanges across various vertical sectors within the field, jointly driving comprehensive industrial upgrading and development, and advancing reforms to support the growth of the global innovation ecosystem.
The BEYOND Expo 2022 will feature an exhibition area of nearly 80,000 square meters, expected to attract over 4,000 innovative companies and more than 20,000 enthusiasts of technological innovation. The event will also see the participation of over 600 exhibitors, including Fortune Global 500 companies, large multinational corporations, unicorn innovators, and emerging startups from more than 120 countries and regions across China, Southeast Asia, Europe, America, the Middle East, and beyond. The BEYOND Organizing Committee will further curate over 100 forums and matchmaking sessions to foster industry collaboration and exchange, thereby driving digital transformation.Meanwhile, BEYOND Expo 2022 will also launch the BEYOND Metaexpo, serving as an infinite online extension of BEYOND Expo 2022.BEYOND Metaexpo will break the boundaries between reality and virtuality, providing enterprises participating in BEYOND with a brand-new virtual exhibition space to experience the new transformations in the field of technological innovation.
Furthermore,BEYOND Expo 2022 will also feature the BEYOND Awards, specially established around its three sub-brands—Life Sciences, Sustainability, and Consumer Technology—including the BEYOND Awards for Innovation and the BEYOND Awards for Impact.By identifying and encouraging individuals and technology companies with outstanding performance, market development potential, and social impact across various industries, we showcase the boundless possibilities of technological innovation and influence to audiences worldwide.
The BEYOND Awards Innovation Award, as a key component of the BEYOND Expo,Separate awards will be established for the three sub-brands of BEYOND Expo: the Life Sciences Innovation Award, the Sustainable Development Innovation Award, and the Consumer Technology Innovation Award. These awards aim to identify and encourage innovative companies and products with breakthrough technologies and industry-leading solutions throughout the year, amplify brand voices, promote disruptive frontier innovations, and provide sustained momentum for a sustainable future.
The Innovation Awards will be granted based on a multi-dimensional assessment encompassing corporate technological innovation, commercial value, and marketing capabilities. Building upon the recognition enterprises have achieved within their respective fields of innovation, the selection process will place greater emphasis on evaluating the broader commercial impact driven by technological advancements.
Which niche sectors are eligible to participate in the BEYOND Awards for Life Science Innovation:
Nomination Method:
The selection process is open to global applicants, with companies participating through online nominations.
(1) Nomination on the BEYOND Official Website
(2) Partner Recommendation and Nomination:
* Partners will be announced in due course. Stay tuned!
For partnership inquiries, please contact: media@beyondexpo.com.
Selection Process and Methodology:
• Nomination: Application deadline is June 30; please submit your application by 23:59 (GMT+8)
Application Method: Scan the QR code below or click the link (https://beyondexpo.com/zh-hant/awards/) to visit the official website, fill out the form, attach the required documents, and submit with a single click.
• Preliminary Selection:July 1–July 20: The jury conducts online reviews and preliminary screening to confirm the shortlist for the second round;
• Multiple selection:From July 20 to August 31, the jury will conduct the second round of evaluation, featuring online and offline roadshows, one-on-one Q&A sessions, and other formats, to confirm the finalists for the final selection.
• Final Shortlist:August 31–September 15: Plenary decision by the jury;
• Exhibition:September 21-24, exhibiting at BEYOND Expo 2022;
• Award Ceremony:On September 24, the BEYOND Awards ceremony announced the Top 10 Companies for each award category.
Industry Sector:
Open to all innovative technologies, products, and solutions that benefit industry and societal development. The “Life Sciences” sector of BEYOND Expo encompasses biotechnology, medical technologies and devices, biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics and platforms, among others.
Development Stage:
Applicants must be legally registered companies, with no restrictions on country of origin; the products or technologies submitted for selection must have been launched between 2019 and 2022.
Project Requirements:
The technologies and products submitted in the application shall not infringe upon any intellectual property rights, including but not limited to patents, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Market Influence:
Driven by impact and market-oriented, it consistently generates positive social impact throughout the technological innovation process, demonstrating a strong sense of social responsibility and mission. It features high technical feasibility and a clear go-to-market strategy, has established a sustainable business model with revenue generation, and possesses a foundation for market expansion along with strategic foresight.
Disruptive Innovation:
Innovative companies and products with breakthrough technologies and industry-leading solutions contribute to sustainable human development and enhance human well-being. Leveraging technological innovation as a fulcrum, they drive self-renewal and industrial upgrading across various vertical sectors.
Team and Management:
Possesses a strong corporate culture, sound strategic direction, and core values that balance global perspective with innovation. Demonstrates deep understanding of target customers and the industry sector, leveraging innovative solutions to address key challenges. Has achieved a certain scale and secured competitive advantages in the future market, adopting a forward-looking approach to identify clear long-term growth drivers for value creation.
Shortlisted companies will receive:
• BEYOND Expo: 60% Subsidy for Standard Booths
• Eligible for a 60% subsidy on standard exhibition booths provided by the BEYOND Expo Organizing Committee (limited to one subsidized booth per company). • Fast-track access to BEYOND Expo’s investment and financing matchmaking services.
• Access to all media resources of the conference
Access to all media resources of the conference is available for sharing.
Each award’s Top 10 Companies will receive:
• BEYOND Expo 100% Subsidy for Standard Booths
Eligible for a 100% subsidy on standard exhibition booths provided by the Organizing Committee (limited to one booth per company).
• Travel Allowance
One co-founder-level corporate member may be recommended to receive a Macau travel subsidy (economy class) provided by the Conference Organizing Committee.
• 10 BEYOND Expo attendee passes
Obtain 10 tickets to the BEYOND Expo.
• Direct access to BEYOND Expo and full-process media live-stream exposure
Gain direct access to various networking events at BEYOND Expo, along with comprehensive media coverage and live-streaming exposure, showcasing your products to both on-site attendees and a global online audience.
• Guest Dinner and Business Meetings
Invitation-only events, including guest dinners and business meetings.
• BEYOND Expo Fast Track for Investment and Financing Matchmaking
Eligible for the BEYOND Expo Investment and Financing Matchmaking Fast Track.
• Access to all media resources of the conference
Access to all conference media resources is available for sharing.
*The BEYOND Organizing Committee reserves the right of final interpretation.
In addition, the BEYOND AWARDS include the BEYOND Awards Impact Grand Prize,Dedicated to providing a platform for inclusive coexistence, diverse empowerment, and global connectivity within the “Technology x Impact” ecosystem for enterprises that lead the future and drive change. By recognizing companies that have made significant contributions and reforms in nature, environment, society, economy, and technology, and that leverage technological innovation to address issues such as carbon emissions, public health, ecological conservation, and poverty alleviation, we aim to build corporate and brand influence, enhance corporate social responsibility, empower the tech innovation industry, and accelerate digital transformation.
More details will be released in due course. Stay tuned!
Visit the official conference website (beyondexpo.com) for more information.