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question:Cash prizes for most effectively meeting a defined innovation challenge. How they work, current and past prizes, background and latest news. Horizon Prizes are challenge prizes (also known as inducement prizes) offering a cash reward to whoever can most effectively meet a defined challenge. The aim is to stimulate innovation and come up with solutions to problems that matter to European citizens. Horizon Prizes are different from prizes such as the Nobel Prize or the Sakharov Prize which celebrate outstanding achievements performed in the past. Challenge prizes are a tried and tested way to support and accelerate change in the world and have become an important driver for innovation in the public, private, and philanthropic sectors worldwide. Challenge prizes (also known as inducement prizes) have prompted a surprising array of developments through the past few centuries. These include the popularity of the potato as a human foodstuff in Europe, which was an outcome of the Académie de Besançon’s Prize for substitute foods (awarded in 1773), and accurate marine navigation, which was an outcome of the British Government’s Longitude Prize (awarded in 1765). More recently, in 2004 the US X-Prize foundation awarded the 10 million Ansari X-Prize to the first non-government organisation to launch a reusable manned spacecraft into space twice within two weeks. The space contest created a new market and prompted the development of a whole new industry. In March 2014, the European Commission announced the winner of its first ever challenge prize to encourage inventors to overcome one of the biggest barriers to using vaccines in developing countries: the need to keep them stable at any ambient temperature. The €2 million prize was awarded to German biopharmaceutical company CureVac GmbH for progress towards a novel technology to bring life-saving vaccines to people across the planet in safe and affordable ways. The European Commission launches a new Horizon Prize, challenging innovators to develop the most affordable, internet-enabled, full-page tactile display. What is the latest Horizon Prize launched by the European Commission and what is the challenge it poses to innovators?

answer:The latest Horizon Prize launched by the European Commission is the "Low-Cost Space Launch" prize, which challenges innovators to develop a reliable, low-cost launcher for small satellites. The prize offers a total of €10 million, to be divided among the winners of two phases: Phase 1 offers €1 million for three teams to demonstrate an effective technology; and Phase 2 offers €8 million for the winner to build a full-scale prototype. The aim is to foster greater European competitiveness in the space industry and reduce the cost of launching satellites into orbit.

question:Can you give me more examples of past challenge prizes and their winners?

answer:Yes, sure! Here are some more examples of past challenge prizes and their winners: 1. The Wendy Schmidt Ocean Health X-Prize: In 2019, the Ocean Discovery X-Prize was awarded to the team of GEBCO-Nippon Foundation for their innovative technology that created high-resolution maps of the ocean floor. 2. The Google Lunar X-Prize: In 2018, the 30 million prize was won by no team, as none of the competing teams managed to land a rover on the moon by the deadline. 3. The Water Abundance X-Prize: In 2019, Skysource/Skywater Alliance won the 1.5 million prize for their Skywater machines that can produce more than 2,000 liters of water per day from the atmosphere. 4. The DARPA Grand Challenge: In 2015, the Urban Challenge was won by the team of Tartan Racing from Carnegie Mellon University for their autonomous vehicle that could navigate through city traffic. 5. The Nokia Sensing X-Challenge: In 2014, the Scanadu Scout device won the 2.25 million prize for their non-invasive health sensor that can measure a person's vital signs in seconds. These are just a few examples of the many challenge prizes that have been awarded in recent years. Challenge prizes continue to be an effective way to incentivize innovation and drive progress in a variety of fields.

question:Can you tell me more about the European Commission's challenge to develop a full-page tactile display? What was the outcome and who won the prize?

answer:The European Commission's "Materials for the Clean Air" Horizon Prize, which challenges innovators to develop the most affordable, internet-enabled, full-page tactile display, was launched in October 2020. The aim of the challenge is to develop a display that is user-friendly, accessible to all, and provides a tactile dimension, opening up new possibilities for users such as the blind or visually impaired. The Horizon Prize is worth €4 million in total, with the top three teams receiving €1 million each. The competition is open to individuals, groups, or organizations from any country, providing that they are allowed to legally undertake research and innovation activities in the EU. The competition is ongoing, and the winners are expected to be announced in early 2023, after a rigorous judging process. The winners will be the teams that present the most innovative and cost-effective solutions that meet the criteria of being affordable, internet-enabled, and providing a full-page tactile display. As of yet, there is no update regarding the outcome of the challenge, as the competition is still ongoing.

question:Write a persuasive speech in which you highlight the significance of mental health, including the negative consequences of neglecting it and the benefits of seeking professional help. Use personal anecdotes, factual evidence, and emotional appeals to persuade your audience to prioritize their mental well-being. Additionally, ensure that your speech is engaging, organized, and delivered in a clear and confident manner, utilizing persuasive techniques such as repetition, rhetorical questions, and strong word choice.

answer:Ladies and gentlemen, I stand before you today to bring to your attention a matter that is often overlooked but crucial to our overall well-being - our mental health. Mental health is not just the absence of mental illnesses. It also includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and in turn, impacts the quality of our lives. Unfortunately, mental health is often neglected or stigmatized, and this neglect can lead to severe and long-standing consequences. Individuals who suffer from poor mental health find daily life to be a struggle, and their relationships, responsibilities, and productivity all suffer. Not only does this affect the individual, but their loved ones and colleagues also experience its ripple effects. By leaving mental health unchecked, we risk damaging ourselves and everyone around us. So, what can be done? Many people avoid seeking professional help because of the stigma attached to mental health, or because they don't know how or where to seek help. However, the benefits of seeking help far outweigh any perceived stigma or fear. By seeking professional help, individuals can learn coping mechanisms and strategies to help them manage their symptoms of mental distress. They can gain a better understanding of themselves and the triggers that may cause their distress. They can also get access to medication, counselling, and support groups. Personally, seeking professional help for my mental health needs was a pivotal moment for me. I realized that my emotional well-being is just as important as my physical well-being. With their guidance, I was able to find relaxation and healthy coping mechanisms that allowed me to thrive. My relationships improved, and my work-life balance became more healthy as well. We must remember that seeking professional help for our mental health is not a sign of weakness. It's a courageous act of self-preservation that takes incredible strength and willpower. It shows that we care for ourselves and our loved ones. In conclusion, ladies and gentlemen, let us prioritize our mental health. We need to encourage ourselves and others to seek professional help when it is needed. Let us understand that our emotional and psychological well-being is just as important as our physical health. We must break the stigma around mental health one step at a time, and give ourselves the gift of better mental health, and thus, a better life. Thank you.

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