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IBM and IEEE are in search of creative team-based student projects that can help students at any level learn about applying engineering, science, and other disciplines to solve real-world problems. 

 

Project submission

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Students for a Smarter Planet

Rapid advances in technology and science provide members of engineering professions with fresh ways to apply technical expertise to improve today’s world. Use your expertise to develop unique learning experiences for future students.

Submissions for the Smarter Planet Challenge: Student Projects Change the World are now being accepted.

 
 

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Eligibilty requirements

Students working together

Student teams must have three to five members in any year of university study. At least one must be a member of IEEE. 
Student teams must have at least one individual majoring in an area other than electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Participation of students outside of engineering (e.g., business, liberal arts, or social science) is strongly encouraged.

 
 

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Prizes

In 2013, up to five student teams across the ten IEEE Regions will be eligible to receive Smarter Planet Challenge awards. 

First place:      US$5,000 for each team
Second place:  US$4,000 for each team
Third place:     US$3,000 for each team
Fourth place:   US$2,000 for each team
Fifth place:      US$1,000 for each team

 
 

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Key dates

Application deadline:    1 November 2013
Judging completed:     10 December 2013
Awards announced:     15 December 2013

 
 

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Application Submmission Process

Submit a completed application. Please read the Project Submission Details before submitting your project.

 
 

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