Google Gemini and note are hosting a submission contest: #AIandIndependentResearch!
[Updated October 10]
The judging results have been announced! Please check them out via the article link below.
AI has begun to blend into our daily lives. It has become much more accessible, whether for consulting on travel, planning language studies, or conducting research for creative projects. Even if you have been watching from the sidelines, why not take this opportunity during the summer break to give AI a try?
In August, we are also holding a collaboration contest betweenGoogle Geminiand note! The theme is"#AIandIndependentResearch". We are looking for specific ways you use it and your personal experiences, whether as a powerful ally for children's independent research or as a partner to stimulate an adult's intellectual curiosity.
Works eligible for judging are those themed around your experiences with Google's AI, including Gemini and NotebookLM. From small daily questions to grand experiments, please share in your post how it supported your "learning" process and what new discoveries it brought. We look forward to your many submissions!
Contest Overview
■ Theme & Format
We are waiting for your note posts on the theme of "#AIandIndependentResearch". Please feel free to write in any format, such as manga, essays, illustrations, or novels. There are no restrictions on the format.
■ Schedule
Submission Period: August 4, 2025 (Mon) 11:00 - August 24, 2025 (Sun) 23:59
Results Announcement: Scheduled for early October 2025
■ Prizes
・Grand Prize: 1 winner (100,000 yen in gift cards)
・Google Gemini Prize: 2 winners (50,000 yen each in gift cards)
In addition, all winners will receive a 3-month free benefit for the Google AI Pro plan.
About the Google AI Pro plan
This is Google's paid AI plan that includes higher usage limits for Google's cutting-edge AI models like 2.5 Pro and Deep Research, as well as special features such as video generation models and video production tools like Flow and Whisk Animate, and 2TB of storage.
About Judging
Winning entries will be selected based on whether it is clear from the article that Google's AI was used. For example, articles that mention the name of the service used, or include screenshots or public links to AI responses.
The form of tool utilization can be anything, such as writing, research, or reviews. As long as you use Google's AI even a little, it will be eligible, so please apply with your own free ideas.
About Google Gemini
"Gemini" is Google's generative AI that unlocks your creativity and boosts your productivity. Anyone can use the "Gemini app" or the web version (gemini.google.com) for free right now with a personal Gmail account.
https://note.com/google_gemini/n/n71de08c54b91
About NotebookLM
NotebookLM is your own personal AI assistant that specializes in the materials you provide, allowing you to analyze information, extract data, and brainstorm through conversation. You can also create mind maps or generate podcast-style audio explanations.
https://note.com/google_gemini/n/n75516598b159
Please also refer to this article when applying.
How to Apply
(1) Create a note account or log in
(2) Follow the official Google Gemini note account
(3) Post an article with the hashtag "#AIandIndependentResearch"
・When applying, please publish it for "free"free・You can also apply by adding this project's hashtag to an article you posted in the past
・One person can submit multiple works
Regarding the use of submitted content
Submitted content may be featured on Google Gemini's official note, website, social media, and other platforms.
It will also be featured on note's social media.
Message from the sponsoring company
Gemini is Google's generative AI designed to unlock your creativity and boost your productivity. From daily life to business, hobbies, and creative activities, it acts as your buddy to support you with brainstorming, planning, and streamlining tasks.
Why not explore with AI this summer, whether together with your children, recapturing that sense of excitement from your childhood, or tackling a theme you've wanted to try now that you're an adult?
Independent ResearchThrough this contest themed around "Independent Research," we aim to share ideas and usage tips from Gemini users, further expanding its possibilities and helping more people master AI.
Please feel free to use Gemini and experience its potential for yourself.
We look forward to receiving your submissions!
<Notes on Submission>
■ About submitted works
・The copyright of submitted works belongs to the creator.
・Please ensure your submission complies with copyright law. For details, please check "Copyright concepts to support creation".
・Please refrain from submitting works that have won other contests held by note or other companies, or works similar to them.
・The note management team may remove hashtags from articles that are unrelated to the contest theme or from paid articles.
■ About judging and winning works
・We cannot respond to inquiries regarding judging criteria.
・If a winning work or the creator themselves is found to be in violation of the Terms of Service, the award may be revoked even after judging.
・Winning works will be announced in this article and via email to the winners.
・For the final selection, the management office will verify your identity. Please note that if we cannot verify your identity by the deadline, you will be excluded from the final selection.
・The delivery of prizes is completed by sending an Amazon Gift Card to the winner's email address.
・The handling of personal information will follow our Privacy Policy.
・The Amazon Gift Card provided as a prize can be used for purchases on the Japanese Amazon site. For details, please refer to the Amazon Gift Card Terms and Conditions.
[Updated Wednesday, September 17, 2025]
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