We invite teams to tackle significant challenges aligned with Qatar's healthcare priorities across six critical focus areas. Each theme defines a problem space where innovation can create profound impact.
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
- AI in diagnostic imaging & clinical decision support
- Machine learning for predictive analytics in patient outcomes
- AI-driven systems for personalized treatment, continuous health monitoring, and patient support
- AI-enabled drug discovery and development
Advanced Diagnostics & Personalized Medicine
- Early detection technologies for improved disease prognosis
- Precision medicine approaches leveraging genetic and genomic insights
- Portable and point-of-care diagnostic solutions for remote and underserved communities
Smart Hospitals & Automation
- IoT systems for hospital management and patient care
- Robotic process automation in routine medical tasks
- Smart scheduling systems for healthcare professionals
Sustainable & Green Healthcare
- Green healthcare initiatives to cut environmental impact
- Waste management & energy efficiency in medical facilities
- Sustainable medical technologies for resource conservation
Wearables & Digital Health
- Development of wearable devices for continuous health monitoring
- Innovations in sensors for tracking vital signs and chronic disease management
- Integration of wearable technology with healthcare data systems
Mental Health & Preventive Care
- Digital solutions for mental health screening & early intervention
- Mobile apps promoting mental wellness & self-care
- Community-based digital interventions for long-term mental wellness
Innovation Tracks: Find Your Path
The Hackathon features two distinct tracks to accommodate different stages of innovation:
Spark Track
Focus & Goal: Creativity, Ideation, Teamwork. For concept-stage solutions where the focus is on defining a compelling problem and solution.
What to Submit: Mockups, storyboards, early design prototypes, and a clear presentation of the idea's potential.
Launchpad Track
Focus & Goal: Feasibility, Scalability, Impact. For solutions ready for validation, user testing, and a focus on market/clinical alignment.
What to Submit: Functioning prototypes (MVPs) with an emphasis on technical viability and a robust business case.