SMF RISING STAR JUDGING CRITERIA 


The SMF‘s Mission is: “To find and assist those with neurodivergent minds to realise their potential through engineering and making”.

The foundation was born after the loss of Sanjay Mortimer – E3D’s Visionary. Sanjay was very open about his ADHD and the struggles it brought him. He found traditional teaching methods challenging and used making & engineering as an outlet, a place to escape. Sanjay thrived in this environment where his creative mind could be let loose to innovate, take risks, and make.

The judges will be looking for candidates who find enjoyment, creativity, and/or an outlet in 3D printing. They’d like to understand how each candidate discovered 3D printing and the extent of their passion for it. When they print, where they print, do they own a printer, do they use one at home, university, work or attend Makerspaces. What it would mean to the candidate if they were to win this Prusa CORE One 3D printer and if they have any exciting plans for what they would do with it.

The more information they can give us to show that supporting them, would be supporting the SMF Mission, the better.

Best of luck!

2025 SMF RISING STAR PRIZE

The winner will take home a Prusa CORE One – the groundbreaking latest release from Prusa Research Ltd. This cutting-edge printer features an enclosed chamber and advanced Core XY design, delivering unmatched speed and exceptional print quality. With a spacious 250x220x270mm print area, it’s built for creativity without limits. Whether you're an experienced maker or an aspiring innovator, this must-have powerhouse will take your 3D printing to the next level!

We are extremely grateful to Prusa for once again donating such a fantastic prize.

Along with the printer the winning entrant will have the opportunity to become an SMF Star, providing access to grants, training, mentorship and more.

WHO CAN ENTER THE SMF RISING STAR AWARD

To qualify, the following criteria must be met:

  A young person between the age of 14 - 25 year old

Resident in England or Wales

 Must be either diagnosed as neurodivergent, or on the neurodivergent waiting list

Must find enjoyment from engineering and/or making

Must be passionate about 3D Printing

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Confidential when completed.

To enter please complete the form below and submit your entry before the Entry deadline of the 30th April 2025.


Please provide proof of neurodiversity (e.g. SEND statement, EHC Plan, Doctor’s letter etc).

Max file size: 40 mb. Supported formats:pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, txt, ppt, pptx, rtf, jpg, jpeg, png, gif.

*If you have not yet been diagnosed, but believe you are neurodivergent, please provide as much information as you can in your Personal Statement to explain your condition. Please ask your referee to back up your Personal Statement.

*If diagnosed, supporting documentation may include an official diagnosis, the first page of an EHCP or Learning Plan, or a letter from a healthcare professional. We only require proof of diagnosis, not treatment details. You may redact any information you prefer to keep private. All submissions are confidential and handled per our Privacy Policy.


In your own words, please tell us a little bit about you, your condition, how it affects your day to day life, why you enjoy 3D printing and what it would mean to be donated a mod0 3D printer?  Please provide as much information as you can.  The more we have, the better.

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Please supply a reference from an academic teacher or professional mentor to corroborate your statement.

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