<p>The Conrad Challenge is a global student innovation competition run by the Conrad Foundation and hosted at Space Center Houston, presented by Equinor. Teams of 2–5 students aged 13–18 design solutions to real-world problems across five categories including Aerospace, Cyber Technology, Energy &amp; Environment, Health &amp; Nutrition, and Smoke-Free World.</p><ul><li>Eligibility: ages 13–18 during the competition year; teams of 2–5 with an adult coach</li><li>Format: hybrid — online Activation and Innovation stages, followed by the in-person Innovation Summit at Space Center Houston</li><li>Timeline: Activation 28 Aug – 30 Oct 2025, Innovation 31 Oct 2025 – 8 Jan 2026, Summit 22–25 Apr 2026</li><li>Prizes: category champions earn Pete Conrad Scholar recognition, international trips, and college scholarships</li><li>Cost: free for Stages 1–2; a fee applies for the Summit stage (waivers available)</li></ul><p>Register as a team on the Conrad Challenge awards platform when submissions open in late August.</p>