Watch European Inventor Awards 2017

2017
2 Seasons

The European Inventor Awards 2017 is a fascinating show from CuriosityStream that takes the audience on an engaging and thought-provoking journey into the world of innovation, creativity, and ingenuity. It showcases some of the most remarkable inventors and their groundbreaking inventions that have transformed the way we live, work, and play.

The show is hosted by popular science journalist and presenter Dara O'Briain, who brings his unique wit, humor, and insights to the proceedings. He guides the viewers through the entire event, introducing them to the inventors and their creations, and providing context and background information on each of them.

The awards ceremony takes place in Venice, Italy, and brings together a diverse range of inventors from various fields, including healthcare, energy, transport, and communication. The ceremony is attended by numerous dignitaries, including several European Union Commissioners, representatives from various industries, and members of the press.

The show features several categories of awards, each honoring different aspects of innovation and creativity. Some of the most notable categories include the Research Award, the Industry Award, the SMEs Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. Each award highlights the unique challenges and opportunities faced by inventors from different sectors and backgrounds.

One of the most impressive aspects of the show is the sheer diversity of inventions on display. From new drugs that can cure deadly diseases to sustainable energy solutions that can power entire cities, the inventions showcased in the show represent the cutting edge of human progress and ingenuity.

The show also highlights the human stories behind the inventions, showcasing the inventors' personal struggles, triumphs, and motivations. It features interviews with several of the inventors, who share insights into their creative processes, their inspirations, and their hopes for the future.

Overall, the European Inventor Awards 2017 is a must-watch show for anyone interested in innovation, creativity, and technology. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the minds of some of the world's most visionary inventors, and their groundbreaking inventions that are changing the world for the better.

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15. Axel Ullrich: Stopping Cancer At The Root

July 23, 2017

German molecular biologist Axel Ullrich broadened the scientific understanding of the genetic causes of cancer and other diseases. • He made history with the discovery of the HER2/neu oncogene responsible for gene-related breast cancer. Ullrich also developed the anti-cancer drug Herceptin.

14. New Hope For Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

July 23, 2017

Before Remuzzi's discovery of ACE inhibitors to treat Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), kidney failure and lifelong dependence on dialysis were inevitable for many patients including those with certain organ transplantation.

13. Boosting Antibiotics With Essential Oils

July 23, 2017

The rise of multi-drug-resistant bacteria is a rapidly-growing global problem. Remmal's formula combines existing, standard antibiotics with the natural antimicrobial, anti-parasitic and anti-fungal properties found in indigenous plants, which helps prevent the spread of bacteria.

12. Rino Rappuoli: The Father Of Modern-Day Vaccinations

July 23, 2017

Rappuoli's vaccinations against diseases such as diphtheria, bacterial meningitis and whooping cough have been administered to millions as part of routine vaccination programs, practically eliminating these infections in the developed world.

11. An "Off Switch" To Stop Lupus In Its Tracks

July 23, 2017

Muller's discovery may be the first "off switch" to stop lupus in its tracks. Instead of suppressing the immune system in its entirety - like most previous treatments - the drug she developed specifically targets so-called T-cells associated with lupus symptoms.

10. Elmar Mock: Innovation That Ticks - Swatch Watch And Other Inventions

July 23, 2017

Swiss innovative all-rounder Elmar Mock is best known for his co-invention of the best-selling Swatch wristwatch, which revolutionized watchmaking. However, the inventor has gone on to found an entire "innovative factory" - Mock's company Creaholic - that churns out novel inventions by the hundreds.

9. The Blade Compressor: An Energy-saving Revolution In Air Compressor Technology

July 23, 2017

Air compressors are found in many industries: from large machines used in water treatment and manufacturing. They make up 10% of Europe's industrial electricity consumption. After a trial at a waste water treatment facility in the UK, the Blade Compressor showed electricity savings of over 20%.

8. Spectral Band Replication (SBR) Improving Audio Compression

July 23, 2017

Spectral Band Replication (SBR) is a novel method for compressing digital audio files that has made it possible for millions of people around the world to enjoy either higher-quality sound or higher compression, easily and affordably. How does it work?

7. Spread-Spectrum Signals For European GPS Navigation

July 23, 2017

This technology helps ensure the high accuracy of GALILEO, the ESA GPS, while saving energy and assuring navigational compatibility with the US GPS and the Russian GLONASS worldwide GNSS systems. The team's developments also allow the use of legacy and lower- end receivers.

6. Super-Sponge For Oil Spills

July 23, 2017

Deurex's scientists are still trying to pin down the exact adsorptive properties of their "magic cotton", which was discovered by accident after a worker left on a wax-making machine overnight with incorrect temperature and pressure settings - but it can absorb oil from ocean oil spills.

5. Sustaining Transplant Organs

July 23, 2017

Developed by a former heart surgeon, the Organ Care System (OCS™), pioneered by TransMedics, Inc., is the only multi-organ platform world-wide that enables donor organs to remain in a near-physiological and functioning state outside the human body.

4. Plastic Bottles Made From Plants

July 23, 2017

Gruter and his team were the first to come up with an economically viable method for turning renewable plant-based sugars into bioplastics. PEF can replace aluminum, glass and the most commonly used polyester: PET, derived from petrochemicals. PEF' also has a lower carbon footprint.

3. High Resolution Video Imaging

July 23, 2017

OCT has become the standard of care in ophthalmology. This patented technology relies on light to create real-time, high-resolution images of human tissue in vivo for the diagnosis of blinding eye diseases, and deadly heart disease and cancer, avoiding the tissue removal necessary for biopsies.

2. Lab-grown Human Organs

July 23, 2017

Dutch molecular geneticist Hans Clevers developed the world's first "intestinoids" for testing drugs on active human intestinal tissue in 2009. Since then, he has adapted this technology for multiple additional human tissues, including liver, lung and pancreas.

1. Rapid Blood Test For Malaria

July 23, 2017

Prior to the invention of this new test for malaria, only a time-consuming laboratory procedure - including a manual cell count by microscope by trained personnel and taking about 60 minutes - could detect malaria with certainty. Almost 3.2 billion people are at risk from malaria across the globe.

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