Improving Health Access for All
Health Hack 2026 is a transformative hackathon that brings together students, faculty, healthcare professionals, and innovators to address pressing challenges in healthcare accessibility. Organized by VIT Bhopal University in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering, this event aims to foster innovation through cutting-edge technology solutions including telemedicine, AI-powered diagnostics, wearable health devices, and data-driven public health strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to work on real-world health problems, receive mentorship from industry experts and academic leaders, and contribute to solutions that can improve healthcare delivery across diverse populations. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and creative problem-solving, Health Hack 2026 seeks to accelerate the development of accessible, affordable, and sustainable healthcare innovations that can make a meaningful impact on global health outcomes.
Organizing & Advisory Committees
Hon'ble Dr. G. Viswanathan
Mr. Sankar Viswanathan
Ms. Kadhambari S. Viswanathan
Mrs. Ramani Balasundaram
Dr. T.B. Sridharan
Mr. K.K.Nair
Dr. Debashis Adhikari
Dr. Sridevi Sarma
Dr. Siddhartha Maiti
Dr. Siddharth Singh Chouhan
Dr. Youseph Yazdi
Dr. Hedy Alavi
Dr. Seenivasan R
Dr. Sathish Kumar B.
Dr. S.Ananthakumran Reddy
Dr. Poonkuntran S
Dr. Pushpinder Singh Patheja
Dr. Pon Harshashavardhan
Dr. Sheetal Sharma
Dr. Hemant Kumar Nashine
Dr. M.Suresh
Dr. Balaguru S
Dr. Prasad Bedge
Dr. Shriram R
Dr. Anant Kant Shukla
Dr. Rajneesh Kumar Patel
Dr. Anju Shukla
Dr. Rajdeep Singh Payal
Dr. Sarvanan D
Dr. Lakshmi D
Dr. V Sivasankaran
Dr. Suresh Dara
Dr. Thiyagu Priyadharsan
Dr. Hemraj Lamkuche
Dr. Deeksha Singh
Dr. Jastin Samuel
Dr. Ankur Beohar
Dr. Karthik GL
Dr. Monica P
Dr. Rohit Sharma
Dr. Deep Chandra Upadhyay
Dr. Devaraju S
Dr. Shagun Sharma
Prof. Pavithra
Dr. Mayank Sharma
Dr. Abhishek Raj
Dr. Evangeline Christina
Dr. Nella Anvesh Kumar
Dr. E. Nirmala
Dr. Sumit Mittal
Dr. Biswajit Saha
Prof. Neeraj Sharma
Dr. N D Patel
Dr. Harshlata Vishwakarma
Co-founder & CEO of Intelhealth, USA
Chief Technology Officer at IBT, USA
Executive Director, Gupta-Klinsky India Institute (GKII), Johns Hopkins University
Hackathon Tracks & Themes
Telemedicine for Equitable Access
Develop platforms that bring quality remote healthcare to underserved communities through virtual consultations.
Predictive Analytics for Preventive Care
Use AI and data science to identify early health risks and enable proactive medical intervention.
Resource Optimization for Underserved Clinics
Create tools that help clinics efficiently manage limited medical resources and staffing.
Community-Driven Health Empowerment
Build platforms that increase community awareness, education, and engagement in health practices.
Interoperable Health Data Systems
Develop secure, standardized systems enabling seamless sharing of medical data across providers.
AI for Chronic Disease Management
Use AI and IoT to monitor and manage chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
Maternal and Child Health Solutions
Innovations to improve maternal safety, prenatal monitoring, and child health development.
Mental Health Accessibility
Create digital tools making psychological support accessible and stigma-free.
Mobile Diagnostics for Remote Areas
Build portable or smartphone-based diagnostic tools for rural and remote communities.
Emergency Care Systems
Design solutions that enhance ambulance routing, triage, and emergency response coordination.
Affordable Healthcare Innovations
Low-cost technologies and devices that make essential healthcare more accessible.
Environmental Health Resilience
Tools that monitor environmental factors such as air quality, sanitation, and pollution risk.
Digital Health Literacy Tools
Create intuitive platforms to help users understand and manage their personal health data.
AI-Enhanced Pharmacy Access
Use AI to automate medication availability, prescription workflows, and pharmacy logistics.
Elderly Care Innovations
Assistive technologies and smart monitoring to support elderly safety and independence.
Tentative Timeline
Start of Registration
07 October 2025
Begin your journey! Register your team and submit initial project proposals.
Free Registration: Till 31st December 2025
Phase I Review (Online)
5–12 January 2026
Present your initial concepts and prototypes to our expert panel.
Phase I Result Declaration
From 8 January 2026 & Onwards
For Shortlisted Participants Only
From 8 January 2026 Onwards
(Registration Fee: ₹ 2000 / $23 Per Team)
Workshop
10 February 2026
Expert-led workshop featuring speakers from Johns Hopkins and industry leaders.
Final Phase & Awards
10–12 February 2026
48-hour hackathon finale! Build, pitch, and compete for prizes up to ₹1,00,000.
Event Details
Problem Statements
| Theme | Problem Statement | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Telemedicine | Develop a comprehensive telemedicine platform for remote healthcare delivery | Software |
| Predictive Analytics | Create AI models for disease outbreak prediction and prevention | Software |
| Wearables | Design IoT-enabled health monitoring devices for continuous patient tracking | Hardware |
| AI Diagnostics | Build computer vision systems for automated medical image analysis | Software |
| Mental Health | Develop accessible digital mental health support platforms | Software |
| Rural Healthcare | Create solutions for healthcare delivery in underserved rural areas | Software & Hardware |
| Public Health | Build data analytics platforms for population health management | Software |
| Maternal Health | Design technology solutions for improving maternal and child health outcomes | Software & Hardware |
| Vaccine Management | Develop smart systems for vaccine distribution and tracking | Software |
| Medical Devices | Create affordable diagnostic devices for resource-limited settings | Hardware |
| Healthcare AI | Build conversational AI agents for patient education and support | Software |
| Assistive Tech | Develop innovative assistive technologies for people with disabilities | Software & Hardware |
| Wellness | Create digital tools for promoting preventive health and wellness | Software |
About VIT Bhopal University
VIT Bhopal University is a premier institution committed to academic excellence, research innovation, and holistic student development. As part of the renowned VIT family of institutions, VIT Bhopal offers world-class infrastructure, cutting-edge laboratories, and a vibrant learning environment that fosters creativity and critical thinking.
VIT Bhopal combines research, global collaboration, and industry partnerships to accelerate real-world innovation.
The university's focus on interdisciplinary education and industry collaboration prepares students to become future leaders in technology, healthcare, and innovation. Through initiatives like Health Hack 2026, VIT Bhopal demonstrates its commitment to addressing global challenges and creating meaningful societal impact.
About Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University is a world-renowned research institution known for its pioneering work in medicine, public health, and biomedical engineering. Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins has been at the forefront of medical innovation and healthcare advancement for over a century.
Johns Hopkins brings deep clinical and engineering expertise, enhancing the hackathon's mentorship and judging pool.
The collaboration between Johns Hopkins and VIT Bhopal for Health Hack 2026 represents a unique opportunity for students to benefit from the expertise of faculty and researchers from one of the world's leading healthcare institutions.
About Whiting School of Engineering
The Whiting School of Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is recognized globally for its excellence in biomedical engineering, computer science, and interdisciplinary research. The school's commitment to innovation and its focus on solving real-world problems align perfectly with the goals of Health Hack 2026.
Whiting School powers interdisciplinary engineering approaches, especially in biomedical and data-driven solutions.
Through this collaboration, participants will have access to cutting-edge research insights and mentorship from faculty who are leading experts in healthcare technology and engineering innovation.
Participation Guidelines
For Students
Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines. Students from engineering, medicine, life sciences, design, and management are especially encouraged to participate.
Teams must consist of 3-6 members. Interdisciplinary teams are highly encouraged. Each team must have at least one member with technical expertise.
- All team members must register individually
- Bring your own laptops and development tools
- Review problem statements before the event
- Be prepared to present your solution
For Faculty & Mentors
Faculty members can participate as mentors, judges, or workshop speakers. Mentors will guide teams throughout the hackathon, while judges will evaluate final presentations.
- Innovation: Originality and creativity of the solution
- Feasibility: Technical viability and implementation potential
- Impact: Potential to improve healthcare access
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Effective teamwork across disciplines
News & Updates
Registration Now Open!
We're excited to announce that registration for Health Hack 2026 is now open. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative healthcare innovation event.
Workshop Announced
Join us for an exciting pre-hackathon workshop on February 16, 2026, featuring expert speakers from Johns Hopkins and industry leaders.
Problem Statements Released
All 13 hackathon tracks and problem statements are now available. Review them carefully and start planning your innovative solutions!
Phase I Review Begins
First round of project evaluations scheduled for December 8-10. Teams will present their initial concepts and prototypes.
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Madhya Pradesh 466114, India