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There is now a CONTENT FREEZE for Mercury while we switch to a new platform. It began on Friday, March 10 at 6pm and will end on Wednesday, March 15 at noon. No new content can be created during this time, but all material in the system as of the beginning of the freeze will be migrated to the new platform, including users and groups. Functionally the new site is identical to the old one. webteam@gatech.edu
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The Convergence Innovation Competition (CIC) encourages students to create innovative, viable products and experiences whether they are projects for classes, individual classes or even beyond that. Categories are determined by our campus, industry, and community partners. Winning entries will include a working end-to-end prototype which operates on converged services, media, networks, services, and platforms as well as a value proposition model. CIC winners go on to commercialization, other competitions, as well as internship and job opportunities strengthened by their competition experience. CIC is an annual event produced by GT-RNOC and IPaT.
Submissions for the Fall 2019 Convergence Innovation Competition are due by midnight on Sunday, November 10. This semester's categories include:
Offered in partnership with the Global Change Program, this category is focused on developing practical solutions related to climate change. Solutions may contribute to limiting carbon emissions; coping with environmental, social, and/or business changes; or promoting a greater understanding of how climate change impacts wellbeing and prosperity.
This category promotes the vision that all individuals—regardless of age, socioeconomic status or health—fully engage in life; sustaining relationships, independence and quality of life while continuing to learn, grow, and contribute to society. Innovation in this category will support health and wellbeing throughout all phases of life.
This category encompasses innovations that benefit athletes, artists, entertainers, esports gamers, fans, owners, or professionals supporting these trades, whether amateur, youth, or professional. Solutions could focus on improving performance, expanding access and interest in the craft, lowering financial or other barriers to participation, skills acquisition, injury prevention, and enhancing the fan experience.
Think your idea doesn't fit these categories? Ask us! Categories are intended to shape your ideas, not exclude them.
Learn more about the competition at the Convergence Innovation Competition website.
