FALLING WALLS LAB ULAANBAATAR 2026 SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDES

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Falling Walls Lab Ulaanbaatar 2026, an international event showcasing scientific research and innovation, was successfully held in Ulaanbaatar on 11 September 2026.

Initiated by the Falling Walls Foundation in Germany, Falling Walls Lab provides a platform for young researchers and innovators to present their pioneering ideas and research findings at an international level, while fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, scientific communication, and international cooperation.

This year’s Falling Walls Lab Ulaanbaatar 2026 was held in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of educational cooperation between Mongolia and German , bringing together researchers, students, and innovators from Mongolia, Germany, and other countries.

The event opened with welcoming remarks by Hana Becker, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mongolia, and Prof. Dr. Baatar Battsengel, Rector of the German-Mongolian Institute for Resources and Technology (GMIT).

Voices from the Partners

Prof. Dr. Baatar Battsengel, Rector of GMIT:

>“Since 2019, GMIT has been proud to host Falling Walls Lab Mongolia and provide young researchers and innovators with a platform to share their breakthrough ideas. We are delighted to see another generation of talented Mongolian innovators ready to challenge existing boundaries and contribute their ideas to the world.”

Hana Becker, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mongolia:

> “Germany and Mongolia look back on around 100 years of educational exchange. Falling Walls Lab connects this long-standing tradition with the next generation, giving young researchers in Mongolia the opportunity to develop their ideas, build international networks, and help shape the future.”

Daniel Matysiak, DAAD Lecturer:

> “For 100 years, Germany and Mongolia have shared a history of scientific exchange. For us, this anniversary is also an opportunity to look ahead: the next generation is bringing new questions, new ideas, and new forms of collaboration. Falling Walls Lab is a good example of how young researchers can contribute their perspectives and gain visibility beyond Mongolia. Through our scholarships and programmes, the DAAD aims to give them opportunities to continue this exchange and pursue their own paths in study and research.”

A total of nine selected Labsters presented their research and innovative ideas in concise pitches, followed by questions from the international jury and audience. The presentations highlighted the practical relevance and potential impact of their respective research and innovations.

The pitches covered a diverse range of scientific and technological fields, including LEO satellite-enabled IoT networks, wastewater treatment and electricity generation, smart waste-sorting systems, genetics and rare diseases, macroeconomics, nuclear physics, battery materials, assistive prosthetic technologies, and medication safety.

As part of the programme, a special session titled **“ENGAGEx Science Communication – 100 Years of Mongolian-German Educational Cooperation” was also held. The session featured presentations and discussions on opportunities for study and research in Germany, research activities at GMIT, Sur-Place scholarships, and academic relations and cooperation between Mongolia and Germany.

The jury of **Falling Walls Lab Ulaanbaatar 2026** was chaired by Prof. Dr. Baatar Battsengel, Rector and Professor of Chemistry at GMIT, and included Prof. Julie Anne Owens, Emeritus Professor at Deakin University, Australia; Dr. Tsengelsaikhan Nyamdorj, President of the Mongolian Dental Association; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enkhtur Erdenebileg, National University of Mongolia; and Ir. Dr. Hafisoh Binti Ahmad, Senior Lecturer at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation, Malaysia. The jury members participated both **in person and online**.

Ulziibayar Sumiyajid Takes First Place at Falling Walls Lab Ulaanbaatar 2026

First Place — Ulziibayar Sumiyajid, Energy and Electrical Engineer and Independent Researcher. A graduate of the German-Mongolian Institute for Resources and Technology, he works on sustainable technology, automation, and artificial intelligence. He is currently developing a **smart bin prototype for automated waste sorting**.

Second Place — Gantsetseg Dorligjav, PhD Candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at Gyeongsang National University, South Korea. Her research focuses on lithium recovery and advanced battery materials.

Third Place— Bigul Dosymova, Nuclear Physics and Technology student at the Tashkent Branch of National Research Nuclear University MEPhI. Her research focuses on nanostructures, radiation detection, and quantum transport.

Falling Walls Lab Ulaanbaatar 2026 once again served as an important platform for connecting new ideas in science and innovation, supporting the creativity of young researchers, and strengthening scientific cooperation between Mongolia and the international community.

GMIT extends its sincere appreciation to all partner organizations, jury members, presenters, researchers, and participants who contributed to the successful organization of Falling Walls Lab Ulaanbaatar 2026.