2nd Edition
The University of the Azores 3MT® is an academic competition for doctoral candidates, developed and patented by the University of Queensland (UQ). It challenges Ph.D. students to effectively communicate the significance and impact of their research to a non-specialist audience within a strict three-minute time limit, using only a single slide as a visual aid. This format promotes scientific communication to a non-specialist audience, encouraging participants' creativity and ability to synthesize information. In this way, it fosters scientific culture and interdisciplinarity, providing Ph.D. students with the opportunity for recognition both within and beyond academia, while also strengthening the dialogue between science and society.
WHY PARTICIPATE?
The University of the Azores 3MT® competition offers Ph.D. students with the opportunity to develop essential communication skills applicable to both within academia and beyond, including:
Public speaking and networking opportunities
Effective time and content management for an engaging presentation
Communicating complex concepts with clarity and precision
Encouraging creative approaches to research communication
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
PhD students at the University of the Azores enrolled from the 3rd year ahead at the following scientific areas:
Social and Human Sciences
Economic and Business Sciences
Agricultural and Environmental
Natural Sciences
Exact Sciences
HOW TO PARTICIPATE?
Phase 1 (Selection)
Candidates must submit two files: a video of their presentation, with a maximum duration of three minutes, and a PDF of a single slide. The jury will select 3 finalists from each field based on the criteria defined in Article 8 of the Regulations.
Phase 2 (Final)
The candidates selected in the previous phase will compete in the final round, delivering an oral presentation, before the jury and the audience, where the winner, the runner-up (second place), and the third-place finalist will be chosen.
Time limit
3 minutes
Presentation
Only one static slide (no animations, videos, or props)
Judging Criteria
Communication Skills – Engaging and clear delivery
Knowledge – Effective description of the research
Enthusiasm – Captivating the audience
PRIZES
1st place - €400
2nd place - €250
3rd place - €100
EVENT DETAILS
Date: 25 November 2026
Location: University of the Azores, Amphitheatre VIII, São Miguel Island
Time: To be confirmed
APPLY
Applications are open from 1 September to 16 October 2026.
Applications are submitted exclusively through this form.
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