The YPWLC is an extension of the Young Persons' Lecture Competition (YPLC) and is organised by the IOM3 Student & Early Career Group.

The winners of the finals, held in countries and regions where IOM3 has international branches or sister institutions, compete in the world final. The first YPWLC was held in London in 2005, and since then has travelled to different locations in four continents. Since 2020, the Young Persons' World Lecture Competition is being held online.

20 years of YPWLC

20 years of YPWLC

20 years of YPWLC winners

20 years of YPWLC winners

Sebasa Ramahlare

Sebasa Ramahlare

'I certainly did enjoy participating in the competition and have learnt a lot as well whilst preparing and during the competition from the other participants'

Lodewikus Vorster

Lodewikus Vorster

'I feel extremely proud to have taken part in this amazing competition and I am looking forward to what the future holds.'

Hannah Ramsay

Hannah Ramsay

'It was an amazing experience to be a part of the 2021 YPWLC and meet incredible young researchers from around the world who are just as passionate about their research as I am! I loved having the chance to share my materials research with a broader audience, and really appreciated the feedback and questions I received. I am excited to have been recognised as the YPWLC winner this year, and cannot wait to see where my research goes from here.'

Rathosivan Gopal

Rathosivan Gopal

'Thank you to the committee for organizing this event and giving me the opportunity to present my research. It is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. I learned a lot throughout the process'

 

Entrants compete in regional and national finals organised by international co-ordinators and the winners will compete in the 2025 online YPWLC final on Thursday 27 November. 

Submit your abstract to enter the final of your choice.

 

Submit your abstract

2025 YPWLC finalists

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YPWLC Resources