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OPPORTUNITY AT A GLANCE: Category Details Eligibility Full-time student enrolled in a recognized African university, in need of conference travel funds, with a paper accepted at a top-tier CS conference Requirements 1. Full-time student 2. Paper accepted at top-tier CS conference 3. Sole/joint first author of accepted paper Rewards Conference registration, travel, hotel accommodation, $100 USD stipend, Google swag Application Process Online application form, rolling basis Application Documents Application Form Region Africa Provider Google Field of Study Computer Science, related fields Type Travel Scholarship Fact About Google Conference 1. Google’s Original Name Was “Backrub” Before becoming Google, the search engine was called “Backrub” due to its algorithm that analyzed website backlinks. Thankfully, founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin changed the name to Google, a playful reference to the mathematical term “googol.” 2. Google Processes Over 40,000 Search Queries Every Second That’s approximately 3.5 billion searches per day and 1.2 trillion searches per year! No wonder Google holds over 80% of the global search market. 3. Google’s First Storage Was Made from LEGO Bricks In 1996, Page and Brin used LEGO bricks to create a storage compartment for their 10 4GB hard drives. Who knew LEGO bricks could hold the key to search history? 4. Google Has a Secret Laboratory Called “Google X” This top-secret lab develops cutting-edge projects like self-driving cars, contact lenses with cameras, and balloons that provide internet access. 5. Google’s Headquarters Has a Roller Hockey Rink, Volleyball Court, and 25 Cafeterias The Googleplex, their HQ, offers an array of amenities to keep employees happy and healthy, including fitness classes, massages, and free meals. 6. Google Acquires an Average of One Company per Week Since 2010, Google has acquired over 200 companies, including YouTube, Android, and Nest. 7. Google’s Search Algorithm Uses Over 200 Ranking Factors From keyword relevance to mobile-friendliness, Google’s algorithm considers hundreds of factors to deliver the most accurate search results. 8. Google Maps Has Mapped Over 98% of the World’s Roads With over 50 million miles of roads mapped, Google Maps has become an indispensable tool for navigation. 9. Google’s Self-Driving Cars Have Travelled Over 10 Million Miles Since 2009, Google’s autonomous vehicles have driven the equivalent of circling the Earth over 400 times. 10. Google Donates $100 Million Annually to Charitable Causes Through (link unavailable), the company supports education, healthcare, and disaster relief initiatives, demonstrating its commitment to giving back. Details For 2024 Google Conference Scholarship Google believes a diversity of attributes, experiences, and perspectives are needed to build tools that can change the world. They also believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to pursue connections in the industry, network with peers, and a career path in technology. To help break down the barriers that prevent underrepresented groups in technology and business from attending leading conferences, we’re excited to offer Google Conference Scholarships for selected conferences in the tech industry and related fields. Scholarship eligibility varies by region, so please review the information on the region-specific tabs on the top. Scholarships will be awarded to the most qualified persons based on application review. Every applicant will be notified of their status according to the time frames specified for the region. Requirements For 2024 Google Conference Scholarship To be considered for the Google Conference Scholarships, you must: Be a full-time student enrolled with a recognized university in Africa who is in need of conference travel funds. Have a paper accepted at a top-tier computer science conference. We prefer to support conferences in research areas where Google has a strong interest. Please visit research.google.com for a list of areas. Be the sole or joint first author of the accepted paper. Rewards For 2024 Google Conference Scholarship The Scholarship will cover the full expenses of travel and other expenses to attend and present a paper at the conference. Conference registration, one round trip travel to and from the conference site, hotel accommodation for the travel dates as communicated directly with accepted scholars, a $100 USD stipend for miscellaneous travel costs, and Google swag. Please refrain from making travel and/or hotel arrangements on your own, as this is not a part of the reimbursement package. Required Documents For 2024 Google Conference Scholarship To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following document; Application Form How To Apply For 2024 Google Conference Scholarship Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis every year through the online application form. Click on the button below to begin your application process.

2024 Google Conference Scholarship [Study In Africa]

October 7, 2024 Emma 0

OPPORTUNITY AT A GLANCE: Category Details Eligibility Full-time student enrolled in a recognized African university, in need of conference travel funds, with a paper accepted […]

2024 Google Internship Program For International Students [Study In USA]

September 9, 2024 Emma 0

Google Internship Program is in line with Google’s aim to start with technology and ends with the user, bringing both together in unconventional ways. Google […]