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Annual Hackathon to Discover Solutions in Neurosugery

The annual hackathon brings together innovators from around the world to tackle pressing challenges in neuroscience. Collaborate in teams, showcase your ideas, and compete for exciting prizes!

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Event Overview
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Hackathon Overview

Join the Global Neuroscience Hackathon: Innovate, Collaborate, and pitch your solution!

Participants are encouraged to develop innovative solutions across multiple areas, including surgical techniques, policy reform, medical device development, healthcare funding, and patient care systems. By addressing these critical neurosurgery challenges, teams contribute to the advancement of global health equity.

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How to Participate in Our Annual Hackathon

Participants can join individually or as part of a team. The event brings together professionals, students, and innovators to tackle neurosurgery challenges.

The Judging Process and Criteria

Expert judges from neurosurgery, technology, and healthcare evaluate each solution based on innovation, feasibility, and global impact.

Hackathon Duration and Exciting Prizes

It's a three day virtual event. Top performers can win prizes, including an all-expenses-paid mission trip to Mexico with mission:brain.

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Unlock Opportunities at Our Annual Hackathon

The top-performing team wins an all-expenses-paid mission trip to Mexico with the Mission:Brain team. Other participants can earn cash prizes, mentorship opportunities, and recognition in the neuroscience community. Connect with experts and peers who share your passion for neuroscience, innovation, and global health.

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2024 Winning Solution

Celebrating Our 2024 Hackathon Winning Team

Team Camerún, developed a groundbreaking solution aimed at improving neurosurgical access in underserved regions. Their project focused on enhancing surgical precision, efficiency, and patient outcomes through innovative strategies.

A tool that addresses critical challenges in global neurosurgery.

Brought together participants from diverse medical backgrounds.

Project has the potential to improve access to neurosurgical care for underserved communities.

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The three winners of the mission:brain hackathon from 2024
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Everything you should know!

It's important you review this information before applying.

How do I open a chapter?

To open a chapter, you can fill out our multi-step form and provide the necessary information. Our team will review your application and get in touch with you.

What are the requirements?

To open a chapter, you need to meet certain criteria, including having a dedicated team, a plan for fundraising, and a commitment to our mission.

How long does it take?

The time it takes to open a chapter can vary depending on various factors, including the completeness of your application and the availability of our team. We strive to process applications as quickly as possible.

Is there any financial support?

While we do not provide direct financial support, we offer guidance and resources to help chapters with their fundraising efforts.

Can I start a chapter alone?

We recommend having a dedicated team to start a chapter, as it requires collaboration and shared responsibilities. However, if you are passionate and committed, we can discuss potential options.

How are winners selected?

Judges evaluate teams based on the creativity and practicality of their solutions. Winning teams are those that present innovative ideas with the potential to make a significant impact in global neurosurgery.

What is the time commitment for participants?

While the Hackathon runs for 3 days, participants are not required to be present the entire time. Clear communication with teammates is key to managing participation effectively.

What is the judging process like?

A panel of experts from neurosurgery, technology, and healthcare evaluates submissions based on criteria like innovation, feasibility, and the impact of the proposed solution on global neurosurgery.

What are the prizes for the Hackathon winners?

The top-performing teams win exciting rewards, with the grand prize being an all-expenses-paid mission trip to Mexico with the Mission:Brain team. Other exclusive prizes may also be awarded for runners-up.

How long is the Hackathon?

The Hackathon is a 3-day global virtual event, where teams collaborate to develop and pitch their solutions. Participants need not be available for the entire event as long as they maintain communication with their team.

What types of problems do participants tackle?

Participants address challenges related to global neurosurgery. These could include improving surgical techniques, supply chains, policy issues, or technological innovations like medical devices or databases to improve healthcare in underserved areas.

How are teams formed?

Participants can enter with a pre-formed team of 2-3 members. If you apply individually or as a duo, you will be matched with other participants to form a complete team.

Who can participate in the Hackathon?

Anyone can join! The Hackathon is open to healthcare providers, students, software developers, and professionals from various fields. You can apply individually or as part of a pre-formed team.

What is the mission:brain Hackathon about?

The annual Hackathon brings together innovators, healthcare professionals, and students to develop solutions to real-world neurosurgical challenges. Participants collaborate to address issues in global neurosurgery and present their solutions to a panel of expert judges.

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