GSR Hackathon

Join the Global Student Research (GSR) Conference Hackathon at KFUPM! This hackathon offers a unique opportunity to showcase your skills and solve real-world challenges.

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Our Audience

Students in gulf countries and global universities

Participants at the Virtual Bootcamp
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Participants at the Physical Bootcamp
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Hackathon Tracks

Geo
Petroleum and Geosciences Track
Geo
Petroleum and Geosciences Track
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Smart City
Smart Cities Track
Smart City
Smart Cities Track
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Business Track
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Business Track
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Renewable Energy Track
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy Track
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Hackathon Journey

1
Registration
2
Virtual Workshops
3
Qualifiers Announcement
4
Physical Bootcamp

The first phase of the hackathon is online and lasts for 3 days.

  • Day 1: Participants are introduced to the hackathon format and Microsoft Teams.
  • Days 2, and 3: Participants work on their ideas with online sessions. Participants present their ideas in a 3-minute pitch, followed by 2 minutes for judges’ questions, then the winning teams are announced.

The second phase of the hackathon is physical bootcamb and lasts for 3 days and it will include the participation of students from international universities by 25%

  • A total of 40 teams will take part, with 10 teams competing in each track.
  • Teams will benefit from the provided sessions and utilize the equipment available at the research center lab within the labs of KFUPM to develop a real, functional prototype.
  • On the final day of the conference, awards will be presented to the winning teams, and project incubators and accelerators will be offered to support the larger goal of turning these projects into reality.

The first phase of the hackathon is online and lasts for 5 days.

  • Day 1: Participants are introduced to the hackathon format and Microsoft Teams.
  • Days 2, 3, and 4: Participants work on their ideas with online sessions.
  • Day 5: Participants present their ideas in a 3-minute pitch, followed by 2 minutes for judges’ questions, then the winning teams are announced.
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The second phase of the hackathon is physical bootcamb and lasts for 3 days and it will include the participation of students from international universities by 25%

  • A total of 40 teams will take part, with 10 teams competing in each track.
  • Teams will benefit from the provided sessions and utilize the equipment available at the research center lab within the labs of KFUPM to develop a real, functional prototype.
  • On the final day of the conference, awards will be presented to the winning teams worth 400,000 SR, and project incubators and accelerators will be offered to support the larger goal of turning these projects into reality.
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Hackathon Timeline

1 December 2024

Initial Idea Submission

Welcome address and Opening Remarks

1 December 2024

27 December 2024

Final Idea Submission

27 December 2024

12 January 2025 to 14 January 2025

Virtual Bootcamp

12 January 2025 to 14 January 2025

TBA

Qualifiers Announcement

TBA

4 February 2025 to 6 February 2025

Physical Bootcamp

4 February 2025 to 6 February 2025

6 February 2025

Winners Announcement

6 February 2025

FAQs About GSR Hackathon:

A hackathon is a time-bound event focused on innovation and problem-solving, where participants collaborate to work on technical projects and creative solutions.

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GSR Hackathon is part of the Global Student Research Conference (GSR) launched by the leaders and students of KFUPM. GSR Hackathon aims to challenge participants to solve real-world problems using creative thinking and teamwork. It also provides students with an opportunity to showcase their skills and creativity.

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GSR Hackathon will take place in two phases: the virtual bootcamp phase, followed by the physical bootcamp phase held during the Global Student Research Conference.

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The duration of the virtual bootcamp is 3 days.

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The duration of the physical bootcamp is 3 days.

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The physical bootcamp will be held at KFUPM.

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All workshops during the virtual bootcamp will be held in the evening.

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The official language of GSR Hackathon is English.

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FAQs About the Participants and Projects

The available tracks include:
• Petroleum and Geosciences
• Smart Cities
• Renewable Energy
• Business

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GSR Hackathon is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about addressing challenges and developing solutions in leading fields.

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Projects will be evaluated by a specialized judging panel based on precise and predefined criteria.

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No, anyone with a passion for learning and innovation can join GSR Hackathon.

Do I need prior experience to participate? Collapse

You cannot register as an individual. However, you will have the opportunity to join a team during the application process if you don’t already have one.

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Teams can have between 3 to 5 members.

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Yes, GSR Hackathon is open to undergraduate and graduate students from all around the
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No, it is not mandatory for team members to have the same specialization. In fact, it is preferable to have multidisciplinary teams to exchange ideas and benefit from various skills, such as programming, design, and project management, which enhances the overall quality of the project.

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No, all submitted projects must be innovative and developed during GSR Hackathon.

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Participants can use any programming language or tools that align with their project ideas, as long as they comply with the event rules.

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Yes, at the end of GSR Hackathon, each team will give a brief presentation about their project and its key features to the judging panel.

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Yes, all team members must attend the physical bootcamp during GSR Hackathon.

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Participants will need to cover all their travel and accommodation expenses for GSR Hackathon.

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Earth Sciences Track

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

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Smart Cities

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Renewable Energy

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Business

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

FAQs About Support and Resources

Yes, workshops and training sessions will be provided throughout GSR Hackathon to guide participants.

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Yes, each team will have a dedicated mentor to provide guidance and support.

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Yes, all required tools and resources will be made available to enable participants to effectively address the challenges.

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Earth Sciences Track

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Smart Cities

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Renewable Energy

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Business

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

FAQs About Prizes and Outcomes

Yes, cash prizes will be awarded to the winning projects.

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Participants may continue working on their projects after GSR Hackathon. Some organizations might also provide additional support for promising projects.

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Earth Sciences Track

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Smart Cities

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Renewable Energy

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Business

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

FAQs About Additional Inquiries

For more details about GSR Hackathon, please refer to the detailed FAQ guide available in the guidance section of your account or contact the team via: gsr@kfupm.edu.com.

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Earth Sciences Track

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Smart Cities

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Renewable Energy

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges

Business

Focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, covering drilling techniques and sustainable practices to address energy demands and environmental challenges.

Discover the Challanges