HealthHack 2026

# VIT Bhopal × Johns Hopkins Health-Hack 2026 **Theme: “Improving Health Access for All” ** **Health-Hack 2026** is a global health innovation hackathon jointly organised by **VIT Bhopal University, India, and Johns Hopkins University (JHU), USA.** This two-day international event aims to inspire young innovators to develop cutting-edge, technology-driven healthcare solutions that make medical access more affordable, inclusive, and efficient for all. Over the course of 48 hours, participants will brainstorm, collaborate, and prototype impactful ideas that address real-world health challenges using AI, IoT, digital health, data analytics, and biotechnology. The hackathon encourages students, professionals, and enthusiasts from all disciplines to create sustainable solutions that can bridge the healthcare gap globally. Participants are encouraged to design projects that make healthcare more reachable, affordable, and data-driven, especially in rural or underprivileged communities. # **💡 Problem Statements / Domains** You can work on any one or multiple of the following tracks: 1. Telemedicine for Equitable Access 2. Predictive Analytics for Preventive Care 3. Resource Optimization for Underserved Clinics 4. Community-Driven Health Empowerment 5. Interoperable Health Data Systems 6. AI for Chronic Disease Management 7. Maternal and Child Health Solutions 8. Mental Health Accessibility 9. Mobile Diagnostics for Remote Areas 10. Emergency Care Systems 11. Affordable Healthcare Innovations 13. Digital Health Literacy Tools 14. AI-Enhanced Pharmacy Access 15. Elderly Care Innovations # **📅 Important Dates** **1st Phase Registration (Submit your team and idea concept):** Till 15th November 2025(Online, No Fees) 📢 **1st Phase Results(Shortlisted teams announced):** 10th December 2025(Online, No Fees) 💳 **Final Phase Registration:** From 11th December 2025 ₹2000 / $23 per team 📄 **Final Document Submission(Idea, presentation & prototype submission):** 30th January 2026(Online, No Fees) 💻 **Hackathon Dates (Final):** 17th – 18th February 2026(Offline, VIT Bhopal) # Venue **VIT Bhopal University Bhopal–Indore Highway, Kothri-Kalan, Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, India – 466114** # 🌍 Who Can Participate Open to students, developers, healthcare professionals, and innovators from any university or organisation across the globe. **1–6 members per Team.** **Interdisciplinary collaboration is highly encouraged.** # 🏆 Why Join Health-Hack 2026 Collaborate with mentors from VIT Bhopal and Johns Hopkins University (JHU). Compete on a global innovation platform. Gain exposure to real-world healthcare challenges. Win exciting certificates, prizes, and networking opportunities. Get a chance to turn your ideas into scalable solutions with expert guidance. # 🔗 Useful Links **🧾 You can also register using this Registration Link:** [https://tinyurl.com/HealthHackVITBJHU2026](https://tinyurl.com/HealthHackVITBJHU2026) **🌐 Official Website:** [https://vitbhopal.ac.in/health-hackathon](https://vitbhopal.ac.in/health-hackathon) 📧**Contact:** [[email protected]]([email protected])