MedTech Hackathon for 10th‑12th Graders: Empowering High School Students with AI for Care

MedTech Hackathon for 10th‑12th Graders: Empowering High School Students with AI for Care

The upcoming MedTech Hackathon turns the imagination of students in 10th to 12th grade into actionable solutions for real medical challenges. Organized by Alte University’s International Medical School and Information Technology School, this two‑day event will run online on November 6‑7, 2025, under the theme “AI for Care.”

What Is the MedTech Hackathon?

The hackathon invites high‑school teams to explore artificial intelligence and medical technology, fostering a problem‑solving mindset while giving participants hands‑on experience in prototype design and development.

  • Teams of 3‑4 students (or individual registrants who will be grouped on site)
  • 10 finalist teams receive two days of advanced training
  • Every finalist is paired with a student‑expert mentor from Alte University
  • Winning team earns a 1,000 GEL prize and resource support for implementation

How the Hackathon Supports Innovation in Healthcare

By focusing on AI for Care, the program encourages teams to devise digital tools that can improve diagnostics, patient monitoring, or health education. The topic allows participants to tackle real‑world problems while learning industry‑relevant skills such as data analysis, user‑experience design, and cloud deployment.

Registering for the Two‑Day Online Training

  1. Sign up by October 26 via the official registration link: http://bit.ly/4mXWofk
  2. Teams may also register individually; on‑site random grouping will ensure a balanced mix of ideas.
  3. Confirm your participation and receive a detailed training schedule.

Mentorship and Prototype Development

During the two‑day session, mentors guide teams through:

  • Problem framing and ideation
  • Rapid prototyping and testing using open‑source AI libraries
  • Data collection protocols aligned with medical ethics
  • Pitch preparation and visual storytelling

Prize, Resources, and Long‑Term Impact

The winning team receives:

  • 1,000 GEL cash award
  • Technical support and lab access from Alte University
  • Publicity through university channels and potential media coverage
  • Recognition for mentors, promoting career exploration in medicine or IT.

How This Opportunity Fits Into Your Academic Path

Participating in the MedTech Hackathon is more than a school project. It introduces a pathway to higher education in biomedical engineering, computer science, or medical technology—fields that value interdisciplinary collaboration. Additionally, showcasing an AI‑based health solution can strengthen college applications and networking prospects with industry partners.

Ready to join? Secure your team’s spot now: Register for the MedTech Hackathon.

Interested in becoming a mentor? Apply as a student‑expert here: Mentor Application.

Have questions? Contact the organisatсs today or explore alumni experiences on Alte’s alumni network.