The Invent Oregon 2025 Finals concluded with a remarkable display of innovation, creativity, and determination from student teams across the state. This year’s competition highlighted the power of student-driven solutions to address complex challenges, ranging from sustainable technologies to wearable devices, reinforcing Oregon’s reputation as a hub for forward-thinking innovation.
Award Recipients
🥇 First Place: EEGonaut – Oregon Health & Science University
🥈 Second Place: emBrace – Reed College
🥉 Third Place: Fire Stoppers – Klamath Community College
🏅 Fourth Place: EZ-Tee – Clackamas Community College
💡 People’s Choice Award: EEGonaut
🌟 Visionary Award: Cold Connect – Southern Oregon University
🏫 Best Community College Team: Neuroscents – Rogue Community College
These student teams demonstrated exceptional ingenuity, combining technical expertise with entrepreneurial thinking to create solutions that have the potential to make meaningful real-world impact.
Acknowledgments
The success of the Invent Oregon Finals would not have been possible without the contributions of mentors, judges, staff, and supporters who dedicated their time and expertise to guide participants through the competition. Their commitment ensures that the next generation of inventors is equipped with the resources and encouragement needed to bring bold ideas to life.
Looking Ahead
As Invent Oregon 2025 comes to a close, the competition reaffirms the importance of investing in student innovation. By providing a platform for aspiring inventors to test, refine, and showcase their ideas, Invent Oregon continues to advance the state’s culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration.