About
Join us for a beginner-friendly, 12-hour challenge dedicated to biomedical innovation. Our mission is simple: design creative solutions to improve the lives of individuals living with disabilities.
Event Details
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When: Sunday, February 15, 2026
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Time: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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Where: Reitz Union, Room 3315//3320
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Submission Deadline: 7:45 PM via DevPost
Team Format
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Size: 1–3 members per team.
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Experience: All levels welcome! This is a beginner-friendly event with multiple design prompts to choose from.
🏆 Prizes & Awards 🏆
Compete for high-value prizes, including:
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Tuition assistance funds
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HackerSpace memberships
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Exclusive MedTronic gift packages
Requirements
Devpost Requirements
To be eligible for judging, your submission must include:
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Project Write-up: A detailed overview of your design, covering:
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Functionality: What does the device do and how does it address the recipient's request?
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Design Process: How was the model developed?
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Challenges & Triumphs: The obstacles your team overcame and the accomplishments you are most proud of.
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What we learned: Key takeaways from the design and prototyping process.
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Future Roadmap: What are the next steps for evolving this design?
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Video Presentation: A 2–3 minute video addressing:
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The Problem: Briefly introduce the specific unmet need your design solves to show the ambition behind the project.
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Visual Demo: A clear walkthrough of the prototype
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Real-World Viability: A closing statement on why this design is realistic and ready for long-term use.
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Prizes
Tuition Assistance Funds
Financial support awarded to the top-performing teams to help further your education
Exclusive MedTronic Gift Packages
Curated gear and tech from a global leader in healthcare technology
HackerSpace Tours
Gain access to tools, community, and equipment to keep building your project after the event
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Michelle Alford
Medtronic Safety Specialist
Alexandra Davis
Family First Children's Foundation Vice President
Aleigha VanAmburg
Family First Children's Foundation President
Daniel Ferris
Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Marion Hagstrom
GRiP Alumni & Engineer
Stefen Lagos
GRiP Alumni & Digital Design Engineer
Judging Criteria
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Problem Difficulty & Ambition
Highly challenging problem addressing a significant unmet need -
Effectiveness of Solution
Solution clearly solves the problem with strong usability -
Safety & Risk Awareness
Thorough safety planning with risk mitigation -
Longevity & Real-World Viability
Durable, scalable, and realistic for long-term use -
Cost & Manufacturability
Low-cost with clear path to manufacturing -
Prototype Quality & Execution
Highly thoughtful design with detailed finishing
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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