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KAUST's Women to Impact unveil Resilience Challenge winners

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KAUST's Women to Impact (WTI) initiative announced the winners of its Resilience Challenge, a global competition seeking tech-based solutions for building resilience in local ecosystems. The challenge, sponsored by SEDCO Holding, was part of KAUST's Winter Enrichment Program. First place went to AI-AMRS for their AI-based solution to antimicrobial resistance, while second and third place went to SandX/BiocharX for aridland agriculture and takeAbreath for stress management respectively. Why it matters: The challenge highlights KAUST's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting women in STEM, while addressing pressing global issues like climate change, food security, and health.

A call for tech-based solutions for a sustainable future

KAUST ·

KAUST's Women to Impact (WTI) initiative launched the Resilience Challenge as part of the Winter Enrichment Program (WEP). The challenge seeks tech-based solutions for building resilience in ecosystems against climate change, epidemics, and food insecurity. The winning solution will receive $10,000 USD, with second and third prizes of $7,000 and $5,000 respectively; the competition is open globally to diverse teams and individuals, with a submission deadline of December 31, 2021. Why it matters: The initiative highlights KAUST's focus on sustainability and aims to foster technology-driven solutions aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, encouraging global participation in addressing critical environmental and health challenges.