A hackathon is an event where individuals come together to collaborate intensively on projects, typically centered around technology. Participants form teams to brainstorm, design, and build solutions to real-world problems within a set time frame. Hackathons provide a space for innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning, encouraging participants to push boundaries and develop impactful solutions.

No prior experience is necessary to join this hackathon! Whether you're a beginner or an expert, we welcome participants of all skill levels. Our events are designed to be inclusive and supportive, with mentors and resources available to guide you along the way. You'll have the opportunity to learn, collaborate, and grow, regardless of your background.

By participating in the hackathon, you'll gain hands-on experience working on real-world problems, enhance your technical and creative skills, and build lasting connections with like-minded individuals. Beyond the learning experience, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your talents and develop projects with the potential for real-world implementation.

Teams can be formed in a few different ways. You can join as part of a pre-formed team, or if you're coming alone, we'll help match you with other participants who share your interests and skill sets. We encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, so teams are often made up of people with diverse backgrounds in technology, biology, engineering, and more. This allows for a dynamic mix of perspectives and strengths in tackling the challenges.

NOTE: We will try our best to accomodate you with your preferred teammates, but it may not be guaranteed depending on our application pool.

During the hackathon, you'll have access to various resources, including mentorship from experienced professionals and Ivy League students, access to development tools, and workspace facilities. Depending on the event, there may also be specialized workshops, technical support, and materials to help guide you through the process. We will try our best to ensure that you have everything you need to focus on your project and make the most of the experience.

You can easily register/apply for our events and hackathons through our website. Simply visit the event page you're interested in, click on the "Apply" button, and follow the instructions to complete your application. If you need any assistance, feel free to contact us directly.

This Hackathon will be conducted over the course of two weeks, with both virtual and in-person events. The hackathon includes virtual pre-events to prep students in the months before the start. Once the Hackathon starts, we will have focused in-person working sessions during the weekends, and virtual or in person events on the weekdays depending on the applicant pools' schedule. Each event is structured to ensure a balance of work and mentorship, with plenty of time for collaboration and development.

Absolutely! Our hackathons offer exciting prizes for winning teams! These can range from cash awards, certificates, and recognition to opportunities for further development of your project. Winning teams may also gain exposure and networking opportunities with industry professionals, along with the chance to implement their solutions in real-world settings.

NOTE: Specific prizes for this event are being discussed and will be announced later. But rest assured that they will be worthwhile!