The Longitude Prize

The Longitude Prize is a British competition established to inspire innovative solutions to a global challenge. Originally created in 1714 to find a way for sailors to determine their east-west position at sea, its modern version invites scientists, engineers, and innovators to develop new technologies addressing a specific issue—such as tackling antimicrobial resistance. Participants propose practical, scalable ideas, and winners receive funding and recognition. The prize aims to promote breakthroughs that can significantly benefit society by solving pressing problems through creative and effective solutions.