Hello Rams! Do you have an interest in biology, computer science, or statistics? Do you want an immersive experience networking with other students and designing innovative solutions to real-world problems? Then, sign up for our Fourth Annual Bioinformatics Hackathon, "BNFOthon" held on April 13-14th at VCU! You will step into the world of bioinformatics and receive an up-close look into the future of science and technology.

Choose a prompt from one of our three themes:

  • Data Visualization
  • Medical Data Policy
  • Health Informatics

Requirements

  • Submission to Devpost
  • Video Pitch (Maximum 5 minutes) - demoing and describing your project solution
  • Any supplemental material, including but not limited to: code script, product design, etc.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$608 in prizes
Gaming Keyboard
4 winners

Amazon Echo Dot
4 winners

Amazon Fire Tablet 7
4 winners

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Allison A. Johnson, Ph.D.

Allison A. Johnson, Ph.D.

Michael Rosenberg, Ph.D.

Michael Rosenberg, Ph.D.

Bret Boyd, Ph.D.

Bret Boyd, Ph.D.

Judging Criteria

  • Ambition
    Clear statement of scale, objective and unmet need that the solution proposes.
  • Innovation
    Solution demonstrates an understanding of need, competition and usefulness.
  • Project Quality
    Project is viable and has shown growth over the weekend.
  • Project Scope
    There is a clear understanding of the impact and future growth of the project.
  • Presentation Quality
    Presentation is clear, succinct, and clearly demonstrates the project.

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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