This category recognizes those who enjoy contributing to solving complex problems through research in digital fields. The project or paper we are looking for has a great academic impact, shows relevance and topicality and contributes to the expansion of the current state of research. Whether you are establishing and proving a new thesis, demonstrably disproving a previously valid assumption or making practical research leaps in your field – show us the impact you are making. This prize will be awarded to a visionary woman who thinks beyond the existing boundaries of research

Mandatory application documents: 

Abstract: 
Illustrate the innovative character and impact of your work in a way that will be understood by readers outside your area of expertise. The total length of the document should not exceed two DIN A4 pages.
To assist you in creating a strong abstract, consider reflecting on the following guiding questions:

• What is the significance of your research?
• What is the primary aim or objective of your study?
• What methodology did you use to conduct your research?
• What are the key findings or results?
• How do your results contribute to the broader field or context?
• In what ways does your research distinguish itself from existing studies in a similar field? For instance, does it introduce a new concept, theory, or methodology?

Motive description: 
Tell us about your personal intrinsic motivation behind the project in a personal message. The total length of the document should not exceed one DIN A4 page.

Your motive description could include:

• Further information on what inspired you to pursue this field of research.
• Where the initial idea for your project originated.
• What drives your passion and commitment, especially in the face of skepticism or doubt.
• How you transform challenges and setbacks into motivation for continued progress.
• In what capacity you led or supported the research project, and what impact your involvement had.

Up-to-date resume.

Current grade overview with an indication of your (expected) final grade. 

Additional optional documents:

• Your publication(s).
• Sustainable commitment: 
Proof of voluntary work, contribution to the community or other commitment in the field of your scientific 
research.
• Other relevant evidence: 
Any additional illustrative material of your research's significance (such as awards, case studies, technical drawings or patents, prototypes, links to the product, customer feedback, testimonials, etc.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Abbie Walters, James Keen, Kate Campbell