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14th 2025
World Invention Creativity Olympic & Conference

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Dear Agents & Inventors

 

Welcome to the 14th World Invention Creativity Olympics (WICO) in 2025!

 

We are excited to announce that the 14th WICO will take place in Seoul, Korea, from July 17th to 19th. This prestigious event gathers approximately 2,000 participants from 25 countries each year, creating a global platform to share advancements in science, technology, and invention.

 

Participants will experience exceptional hospitality and support, with backing from the Korean government. As one of the world’s most recognized international invention competitions, WICO provides a unique opportunity for inventors to showcase their talents, explore new ideas, and gain valuable recognition.

 

WICO is not only a competition but also a significant event recognized by international academic and scientific organizations, including KUIA. The event’s achievements are often considered favorably by leading universities, including those in the United States. With awards such as the Grand Prix and gold medals, this is a chance to take part in something truly impactful.

 

We are honored to invite you to be part of the 2025 WICO event and to join this inspiring gathering of inventors and innovators from around the world.

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Sincerely,

DOWNLOAD THE 2025 WICO GUIDEBOOK

Chairman. Lee Ju-hyung
Korea University Invention Association

Application & Reception
Application Period

~ June 08 (Sun), 2025

Submission E-mail
Schedule
Exhibition & Event Dates

July 18 (Fri) ~ 19 (Sat), 2025

Award Ceremony

July 19 (Sat), 2025

Participation Classification
Age Group

Students

Individuals

/ Companys

Corporate Products

Elementary, Middle, High

and College Students

Award

Grand Prix Award, Gold, Silver, and Bronze

Grand Prix Award, Gold, Silver, and Bronze

Evaluation Criteria
CRITERIA
DESCRIPTION
Prior Judge
Final Judge

Idea

Technology

Practicality

Presentation

Creative and Innovative.

Different from existing technology and progressive.

It has high commercial potential

50

20

30

0

100

30

20

0

50

100

Explaining features clearly and comprehensively, answering questions well.

Total Score

Award Planning
Main Prize

Grand Prix (1%) / Gold Award (29%) / Silver Award (40%) / Bronze Award (30%)

Special Award

K-Edison Award : One Winner per category

Special Offshore Prize : Presented by the International Institute of Inventions

Poster & Exhibition Method

1. Installing posters at the designated

number booth after registering

2. Exhibition booth (poster) judge visit

                                   (1) AM / 10:00 ~ 12:00  
                                   (2) PM / 13:00 ~ 15:00


* Lunch time: 12:00 to 13:00 (free time)
* Participants who have completed the screening will participate in individual activities (free time)

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Deposit Account
Foreigner
Bank

INDUSTRIAL BANK OF KOREA / BO KWANG DONG

(BIC, SWIFT CODE: IBKOKRSE)

Address

18, Hyoryeong-ro 53gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea

Beneficiary

055-059806-56-00011

Lee, Ju Hyung

Deposit Account
Korean
Bank

​기업은행

Beneficiary

226-084715-01-011

아시아로하스뉴스(이주형)

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