The Science Challenge Show in Luxembourg

Registrations for Season 4
are officially open!

WATCH SEASON 3 HERE

What is the Take Off show?

 

Take Off is a science game show of 13 episodes, in which 12 resourceful young adults face tricky challenges. In each episode, one contestant is eliminated. In the grand finale, the top two candidates will each take home a prize of up to 10.000€.

 

Short form content are also featured on Instagram and TikTok.
 

How does it work?

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FIRST STEP: REGISTRATIONS

    You can now register for Season 4! Registration is open until June 1st. If you’d like to sign up, you can find the registration form here.

    2

    Interview

      Based on the responses provided in the registration form, the casting jury will select participants who will be invited to an interview on June 18, 2026. Here, around 30 - 35 candidates are chosen to go on to the first episode. 

      3

      First episode

        In the first episode, only the best 12 candidates will be selected who will continue on the studio episodes. 
         

        4

        Studio Episodes

          After the casting, the 12 chosen candidates continue in the studio. Here, 11 out of the total 13 episodes are filmed. The first episode and the final are shot outside of the studio. 

          5

          Final

            In the final episode, the two remaining candidates will compete for a first prize of €10,000 and a second prize of €5,000.

            6

              Looking for a little help to kick off your Take Off journey?

              You can contact these former participants to ask any remaining questions you have about joining. They’ll also serve as your Take Off Mentors—offering guidance, sharing their experiences, and supporting you throughout your Take Off journey.

              Müller Jeff@jeffjeff2519
              Alonso Victoria@victorialonso22
              Osso Roya@roya__gg

              Take Off wins the Young Audience Award at the Silbersalz Festival! 

              It’s official – Take Off, the Science Challenge Show, has won the Young Audience Award at the prestigious Silbersalz Science Media Awards 2024! This award recognizes scientific programs and media content that captivate and inspire the next generation of young scientists, and we are thrilled and honored to receive this recognition.  

              A big thank you to our contestants, our fantastic team, our partners, our wonderful audience, and everyone who supports us in making science fun, accessible, and fascinating.  

              Watch season 1 and 2 in our Replay!

              The Candidates

              More than 150 participants had enrolled for the casting of the second season, and out of them, 25 have successfully advanced to the first episode!

               

              We extend our appreciation to all the courageous street scientists who took the leap to participate; your response and performance have been truly remarkable. We can't wait to meet the applicants for the third season! 

              Stay connected with us on Instagram and TikTok to stay updated with the latest news and announcements.

               

              Take Off is a joint initiative from the André Losch Fondation and the Luxembourg National Research Fund.

              The Show Hosts

              Joseph Rodesch
              alias Mr Science
              «Are there any Ms or Mr Science juniors out there?»
              Lucie Zeches
              Science Communicator
              «My biggest challenge is to say "Science Challenge Show" very fast»
              Olivier Catani
              TV Show moderator & producer
              «I just want the young contestants to amaze me»

              Contact

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