Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is due by Friday December 10, 2010?

A. Your Idea Submission, a one- to two-page description of your idea. It should be a summary of what your idea is about and the potential significance of it. 

Q. What is NYU-Poly looking for in the Idea Submission? What are the judging criteria?

A. We are looking for a one- to two-page description of your idea that explains why you believe your idea is important and why it will be useful to people. We will judge your idea based on its potential market and social impact, innovative-ness, and significance to the product/service category it falls under.

Q. I’m on a team. Do all of my teammates need to send an Idea Submission?

A. No. Just one team member needs to send an Idea Submission. Please remember to include all team members’ names on your submission.

Q. How do I submit my idea?

A. Email your Idea Submission to innovention@poly.edu. Include your name, student ID (if you’re an NYU-Poly student), and the email address we should send future communications to. If you have team members, include their names, IDs, and email addresses.

Q. When will the semifinalists be announced?

A. Friday, December 17, 2010 before 5:00 pm via your email.