N.C. PSI Hackathon
Innovate. Build. Execute.
The N.C. PSI Hackathon is an annual event that gives undergraduates, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars the chance to demonstrate their skills in a 3-day competition to solve ag tech related challenges for prizes and, of course, bragging rights.
With the goal to accelerate agricultural research using data analytics, machine learning, and hardware fabrication, our annual Hackathons have multiple tracks and are inclusive to participants with various levels of experience.
Impactful ideation. Authentic collaboration. Innovative solutions. That’s the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative (PSI) Hackathon experience.
Experience
Hackathon participants enhance their technical skills through ideation, experimentation and innovation.
Advancement
Hackathon participants are offered unique opportunities, include industry networking and pre-event workshops.
Prizes
If bragging rights are not enough, Hackathon judges will award multiple prizes for each track at the end of the event.
2024 N.C. PSI Hackathon
The 2024 N.C. PSI Hackathon offers different tracks for participants with various levels of experience to collaboratively create a unique solution from scratch. Learn about the 2024 tracks below!
Track 1: Smart Sensors in Agriculture (Advanced Level)
Create cutting-edge agricultural sensors and connect them to the Internet of Things. Utilize machine learning algorithms to analyze the gathered data and build a dynamic dashboard to visualize findings.
Track 2: AI For Precision Agriculture (Beginner & Advanced Levels to be judged separately)
Leverage the power of the Grace Hopper supercomputer and a curated pool of images to develop a tool that helps local growers distinguish viable crops from non-viable ones.
Designed to accommodate all skill levels, the Easy Target offers a beginner-friendly experience with intuitive tools, while the Advanced Target provides a full-fledged coding environment for testing advanced skills. This challenge is an opportunity to contribute to sustainable agriculture, showcase creativity, and demonstrate technical prowess. It’s a chance to learn, innovate, and make a real-world impact.
2023 N.C. PSI Hackathon
Hear from 2023 organizers about why the N.C. PSI Hackathon is a unique opportunity.
View and download photos from the 2023 Hackathon here!
N.C. PSI Hackathon Sponsors
Sponsoring the N.C. PSI Hackathon is a unique networking and recruitment tool for industry companies and a great opportunity to promote your organization!
We are grateful for the generous support for the 2023 N.C. PSI Hackathon provided by our sponsors!
