“Hackathon AI Problem Solvers – Part II – University–Industry Liaison Office”

Activities and Creative Tasks Carried Out by the University–Industry Liaison Office During the Hackathon:

During Part II of the Hackathon AI Problem Solvers, the University–Industry Liaison Office BLEU played a key role in facilitating innovation, collaboration, and project development. Key activities included:

• Coordinating the hackathon schedule, ensuring smooth flow between coding sessions, workshops, and mentorship meetings.
• Connecting participants with industry mentors and AI experts, providing guidance on problem-solving strategies and AI implementation.
• Facilitating team formation and idea refinement, helping participants define clear objectives and project scopes.
• Organizing technical and entrepreneurial workshops, supporting participants in both AI development and business model creation.
• Providing real-time feedback on prototypes, algorithms, and project presentations.
• Identifying promising solutions for incubation, linking winning or high-potential projects to university resources and industry partners.
• Documenting outcomes and achievements, ensuring follow-up support for continued development post-hackathon.
• Promoting collaboration between academia and industry, fostering opportunities for long-term partnerships and applied research.