National Invention and Creation Award
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| National Invention and Creation Award | |
|---|---|
| Country | Taiwan |
| Reward | NT$450,000 |
| First award | 2003 |
| Website | www |
The National Invention and Creation Award (NICA, Chinese: 國家發明創作獎; pinyin: Gúojīa fāmíng chuàngzùo jiǎng; Tâi-lô: Kok-ka huat-bîng tshòng-tsok tsióng is an annual event organized by the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs of Taiwan. The award symbolizes the highest honor in Taiwan's patent industry.[1]
The award is divided into two main categories: "Invention Award" and "Creation Award". The judging criteria emphasizes technological innovation, comprehensive planning, practicality and future development potential. The highest individual award for each nominee is NT$450,000, with a total award amount of NT$13.75 million. It has been awarded since 2003.[2]
The prize aims to enhance a culture of research and innovation and facilitate the development of Taiwan's industry and technology by awarding individuals researching new creations related to inventions, utility models or designs.[3]