Most successful research projects for the NCISC require extended time to complete the research; therefore, research projects may be started as much as 24 months before submission to NCISC.
- Application Deadline: December 16, 2024
Full reports and complete applications are electronically submitted for judging. - January/February 2025
Semi-finalists are invited to participate in the next phase of the competition. - March 2025
Semi-finalists participate in a convening with peers from host country and present their work to the judging panel. - Summer 2025 (June or July)
Finalists travel to host country to engage with peers and present work.