Phase I Support Resources

Interested in competing in the 2025 Tools Competition

In Phase I of the competition, you will submit a brief abstract describing the concept for your tool and responding to key questions. 

We have organized a number of virtual events and developed resources to help you learn more about the competition, strengthen your proposal, and get your questions answered. 

Virtual Events & Recordings. We are offering the following interactive virtual events with competition organizers. Click the links below to register and check back for the recordings, which will be published after the event. 

 

  • Phase I Info Sessions (September 19, times vary). Join an info session to get an overview of the competition–you’ll learn more about the competition process, this cycle’s priority areas, and get your questions answered in a Q&A with competition organizers. 
  • Drop-in Group Office Hours (dates and times vary). Join drop-in group office hours with competition organizers for guidance as you work on your abstract. Office hours will be an informal opportunity to ask questions and receive support.
    • Registration coming soon!
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Written Guidance. The resources below were designed to help you learn more about this year’s competition and support you as you prepare your abstract. 

Please be sure to check this page frequently through October 25th for new events, resources, and updates! 

You can also access the Official Rules and FAQs for additional details.

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The 2025 Tools Competition is live! Register for an Info Session on Sept. 19.