The NeuroNexus Hackathon, a national initiative by ITIDA – EME Innovation Labs – Giza, has announced the winners of its “AI Meets IoT” competition. The event brought together university students, recent graduates, and developers to create impactful technology solutions, with four teams earning top honors for their innovative projects in healthcare and environmental sustainability.
Fostering Innovation In Health And Climate Tech
The hackathon challenged participants to develop Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) that leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things. The competition was structured around two critical tracks designed to address global challenges.
The first track, “IoT & AI for Healthcare,” encouraged solutions aimed at transforming healthcare services, aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal for Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3). The second track, “IoT & AI for Environmental Solutions,” tasked innovators with developing technologies to tackle urgent environmental issues, supporting the UN’s goal for Climate Action (SDG 13).
The Winning Solutions
After a competitive evaluation process, four teams were selected for their outstanding contributions in each track.
In the IoT & AI for Healthcare track, the winners are:
- First Place: “Predicting Eye Diseases using OCT Images” by a team from Alamein International University.
- Second Place: “Smart Band for Health Detection and Monitoring” by a team from Delta University.
In the IoT & AI for Environmental Solutions track, the winners are:
- First Place: “DG COLLAR” by a team from Mansoura University.
- Second Place: “SPARK” by a team from Helwan University.
A Platform For Emerging Talent
The NeuroNexus Hackathon provided a comprehensive platform for Egypt’s emerging tech talent. The competition unfolded in three stages: an initial idea submission, a guided MVP development phase with expert mentorship, and a final evaluation. The winning teams received cash prizes from a total pool of 60,000 EGP, with first-place teams awarded 20,000 EGP and second-place teams receiving 10,000 EGP in each track. Beyond the financial reward, winners also gain access to specialized learning and professional opportunities provided by the hackathon’s partners.
About ITIDA – EME Innovation Labs
ITIDA – EME Innovation Labs at Creativa Giza is an initiative focused on turning ideas into prototypes and developing talent into changemakers through access to cutting-edge labs, expert training, and a vibrant startup ecosystem. The NeuroNexus Hackathon was supported by partners including Egypt Makes Electronics (EME), QIS, Origin Integrated Systems, Lixels, and Creativa Innovation Hubs.
Source: LinkedIn
