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The InnoCentive.com Solver community is the world's most diverse, socially committed and financially rewarded network of creative minds. Join InnoCentive to apply your expert knowledge and creativity to solve InnoCentive Challenges™ in:

• Engineering
• Math
• Physical Science
• Computer Science
• Business
• Chemistry
• Life Sciences

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Open Engineering Challenges as of April 8, 2008:

Below are just some of the Engineering Challenges that are open today, and new Challenges are posted all the time. You can click on the title to view the complete Challenge, but InnoCentive Clients do require you to register as a Solver (it's free) before viewing the entire Challenge.

Design of an affordable solar powered device to prevent and/or limit the spread of malaria is desired. DEADLINE: JUN 10, 2008

• Reducing Risk of Malaria with Solar Powered Device – Award $40,000 USD

A new fastening system is needed to adhere a backsheet material to various types of clothing fabrics. DEADLINE: MAY 26, 2008

• Alternative Fastening System – Award $40,000 USD

Identification of innovative technologies for the production of plant extracts is required. DEADLINE: JUL 02, 2008

• Thermal Extraction Technologies – Award $15,000 USD

A cost effective metal recovery method from aqueous solutions and sludge is desired for the water treatment of an electroplating process plant. DEADLINE: MAY 24, 2008

• Seeking a Cost Effective Metal Recovery Method – Award $20,000 USD