NDSU to host AgTech Hackathon
The event brings together graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and research staff from multiple disciplines to work in teams on data-intensive challenges.
NDSU will partner with Bayer Crop Science and the National Science Foundation AgTech Engine to host the AgTech Hackathon, a multiday competition that challenges participants to apply analytical, computational and creative thinking to real-world agricultural and biological data problems.
The event is scheduled for Feb. 20–22 at NDSU’s Peltier Complex and will bring together graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and research staff from multiple disciplines to work in teams on data-intensive challenges.
Participants will analyze complex datasets, develop innovative solutions and present their findings to a panel of judges representing academia, industry and end users.
“The AgTech Hackathon is designed to foster collaboration, creativity and practical problem-solving,” said Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension broadleaf crops agronomist and event organizer. “It gives participants the opportunity to work with real datasets, strengthen their analytical skills and translate scientific insights into solutions that matter for agriculture.”
Teams will work intensively throughout the event, culminating in final presentations. Judges will evaluate solutions based on scientific rigor, creativity and clarity of communication.
The AgTech Hackathon is open to participants interested in agronomy, plant sciences, data science, engineering, computer science, statistics and related fields. No prior hackathon experience is required.
More information, including application details and event logistics are available at the Hackathon website.