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The NextGen Gaming: Gamescom Ambassador Trip \;offers an exclusively curated program for representatives from academia\, industry\, and the public sector with a focus on game development\, esports\, and the digital economy.
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Program Overview:
\nThe trip aims to exchange knowledge\, foster international partnerships\, and explore pioneering trends and solutions in gaming and esports. Participants will attend Gamescom (with trade fair tickets included) and take part in additional side events\, site visits\, and networking opportunities throughout the program. They will gain insights into game development\, esports innovation\, research-to-industry transfer\, and startup ecosystems\, while building strong transatlantic networks.
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Who should apply?
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\n - Researchers and advanced (PhD) students \;with expertise in game design\, esports\, digital media\, or related fields
\n - Private Sector / Startups \;such as executive\, founder\, or specialist in gaming or esports with experience in technology development or application
\n - Public Sector \;representatives from ministries\, agencies\, or organizations focusing on gaming\, digital economy\, or innovation
\n - Representatives from NGO\, media\, education\, or international partner organization
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Application &\; Conditions
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\n - Application Deadline: June \;30\, \;2026
\n - Minimum age: 21
\n - Participation fee: 350 USD
\n - Hotel accommodation\, meals\, and local transportation during the program are provided at no additional cost to participants
\n - Flight and visa costs: participant responsibility
\n - Maximum participants: 15
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Selected participants will be contacted individually in the week following the application deadline.
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