ReachSci Global ReachInnovation Virtual Hackathon

Unleash your innovation of research talent to make a global impact!

What is the challenge of the programme?

This hackathon aims to develop innovative solutions to fight poverty and malnutrition through agriculture and aquaculture.

You will work with a team of participants from different backgrounds to develop a comprehensive innovative solution.

In the programme, you will develop practically your skills in innovation, critical thinking, and teamwork as we all entrepreneurship and leadership. 

The programme helps you develop:

  • Skills in scientific thinking and innovation.

  • Project planning and management skills.

  • Network globally and purposefully.

  • Personal, and professional skills.

  • Practical and impactful solutions.

  • Public speaking skills.

How is the programme useful to you?

  • Develop many skills like scientific thinking and innovation.

  • Network with like-minded individuals from across the globe.

  • Winners will gain a gold, silver, or bronze certificate depending on the mastery of the programme . Click the innovator badge type for more details.

  • Winners who like to further develop their ideas into real-world impactful solutions will join the ReachSci ReachX incubator programme and will have access to ReachSci connections in top universities and across 92 countries. 

ReachInnovation Programme Strcutre

The programme consists of multiple sessions that include lectures, feedback, purposeful networking, and the final presentation competition.

Session 1 (October 21st from 10 am - 2 pm UK BST time): This session will deliver all the lectures and all are also recorded. We will also have the first team-building activity.

Session 2 (October 22nd from 4 pm - 6 pm UK BST time): Ideas discussion and further team building activities especially for the teams who could not join the first session.

Session 3 (October 23rd at 10 am UK BST time): Peer feedback and networking. Attend in the time zone convenient for you.

Session 4 (October 24th at 5 pm UK BST time): Peer feedback and networking. Attend in the time zone convenient for you.

Session 5 (October 25th at 10 pm UK BST time): Peer feedback and networking. Attend in the time zone convenient for you.

Finale 1 (October 28th at 10 am UK BST time): Finale individual presentation. Either present morning or evening based on your time zone.

Finale 2 (October 28th at 7 pm UK BST time): Finale individual presentation. Either present morning or evening based on your time zone.

Expectations

Participants:

  • Must be able to participate in the programme and attend a team building session, feedback session, and present at the finale.

  • Must be able to do the assignments: final presentation, project report, purposeful networking for finding mentors and understanding the targeted audience, and peer-review feedback sessions.

  • Must show a passion for solving the problem and make a lasting impact.

Programme Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years old.

  • Have a stable internet connection during the sessions.

  • Able to turn their camera on during the sessions.

  • Have a real passion for finding a solution to the challenge.

  • Interested in developing a real solution not only during the programme but also after to make the impact a reality.

Interested, apply now!

Deadline: October 18th, 2023 at 23:59 PM BST (UK time)