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 our Second Annual Bioinformatics Hackathon "BNFOthon" held on April 2nd-3rd 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:

  • Genomic Sequencing
  • Computational Tools
  • Biomedical 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.

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Prizes

$790 in prizes
2 TB External Hard Drive
1 winner

Winning team of up to five members.

Rocketbook + Folio
1 winner

Winning team of up to five members.

Wireless Projector Keyboard
1 winner

Winning team of up to five members.

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Dr. M. Rosenberg

Dr. M. Rosenberg
Center for Biological Data Science, Director

Dr. Dana Lapato

Dr. Dana Lapato
Department of Human and Molecular Genetics, Instructor

Dr. Bret Boyd

Dr. Bret Boyd
Center for Biological Data Science, Assistant Professor

Judging Criteria

  • 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.

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