Hello Rams! Do you have an interest in biology, computer science, or statistics? Do you want an immersive experience networking with other students and designing innovative solutions to real-world problems? Then, sign up for our Third Annual Bioinformatics Hackathon, "BNFOthon" held on March 18th-19th 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:

• Data mining
• Data visualization & Science Communication
• Structural Bioinformatics

• Ambition
  Clear statement of scale, objective and unmet need that the solution proposes.
• Innovation
  Solution demonstrates an understanding of need, competition and usefulness.
• Product Quality
  Product is viable and has shown growth over the weekend.
• Product Scope
  There is a clear understanding of the impact and future growth of the project.
• Presentation Quality
  Presentation is clear, stays on time and clearly demonstrates the product.