Hello Rams! Do you have an interest in biology, computer science, or statistics? Do you want to get an immersive experience networking with other students and designing innovative solutions to real-world problems? Then, sign up for VCU's First-Ever Bioinformatics Hackathon "BNFOthon" held on April 10th-11th, 2021! 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:
Novel Bioinformatics Tools
Biological and Genomic Modeling
Sustainable Agriculture
Eligibility
Participants: VCU students and recent graduates
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.
Prizes
720p Foldable Drone
Winning team of up to five members.
Wireless RGB Backlit Gaming Keyboard + Mouse bundle
Winning team of up to five members.
Razer Kraken Gaming Headset
Winning team of up to five members.
Mini-prize Goodie Bag
Mug, Keychain, Sticker, Button and Silicone Wristband.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Dr. Michael Rosenberg
Center for the Study of Biological Complexity, Director
Dr. Stephen Fong
Center for Integrative Life Sciences, Director
Dr. John Jones
Center for Environmental Studies, Assistant Professor
Dr. Ekaterina Smirnova
Department of Biostatistics, Assistant Professor
Judging Criteria
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Presentation
All final submissions must be accompanied by a video presentation (max 5 minutes) demoing and/or explaining their project. You should also include any supplemental materials, such as code script or project design.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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