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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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Southeast Region Mask Innovation Challenge Technology Showcase
This virtual event will showcase 10 of the top 40 teams selected from a nationwide challenge to develop innovative and effective mask designs. Join us to learn about the top teams competing to partner with BARDA and NIOSH to win up to $10K each in funding to prototype their designs.
The Mask Innovation Challenge is a nationwide search to find the best and innovative face mask design for the general public. In this regional event, finalist teams will pitch their mask designs to a panel of judges for feedback and review. Based on scoring from this and other regional events, the national finalists for Phase 1 (up to 10 teams) will be announced by BARDA in early June.
Stay tuned to learn more about Phase 2 of the challenge which will include proof-of-concept testing on mask prototypes. To learn more, visit https://www.challenge.gov/challenge/mask-innovation-challenge/.
