About this Event
Join us at the USC Viterbi's Global Challenges Impact Lab for an inspiring showcase of groundbreaking solutions addressing the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and its far-reaching impact. This event marks the apex of a rigorous 9-month journey where interdisciplinary student teams have been researching, designing, prototyping, and testing solutions meant to impact the lives of people caught up in the largest crisis in Europe since WW2.
Doors open at 5:00 PM. Light refreshments and networking will precede and follow the event.
About the program
A signature program of the USC Vierbi School of Engineering, the Global Challenges Impact Lab is a hub of innovation and human-centered design and engineering. We bring together bright minds from diverse disciplines into startup-style incubator teams. Equipped with resources and immersed in real-world problem spaces, these teams are tasked with developing technology-driven solutions with and for people caught in the midst of global crises. Collaborating closely with affected communities, NGOs, first responders, national and local government agencies, our lab has been a launching pad for impactful solutions.
Now in its 6th year, it has generated more than 30 student-driven innovations, some of which have been successfully implemented and are actively making a difference in various parts of the world.
Creative solutions, complex problems
Join us as we reveal four unique projects, each a testament to creative problem-solving and dedication to addressing global challenges:
AI-Powered Education for Displaced Students: Discover how artificial intelligence is being harnessed to sustain education for those uprooted by conflict.
Transforming Trash into Clean Cooking Gas: Learn about an inventive approach to turn everyday waste into a vital energy resource.
Innovative Demining Techniques in Ukraine: Explore new frontiers in making war-torn areas safe again.
Interactive Storytelling for Empathy and Action: Experience how storytelling can be a powerful tool for driving empathy and mobilizing action in response to crises.
Our purpose
At the core of our program is the belief that young minds hold the key to shaping a brighter future. Our mission is to empower these young innovators to envision and create solutions, especially in the face of adversity. By uniting the fresh perspectives of young talent with the guidance of industry advisors, community partners, and the resources of a top-tier university, we create a powerful force for positive change in challenging times. And while we're doing it, we're also crafting a new academic landscape, where character-driven innovation and real-world application lead the way.
Join us in this Lives Not Grades journey!
Images are stills from the second installment of the Emmy award-winning film "Lives Not Grades" (Directed by Daniel Druhora; Daniel Matsumoto, Director of Photography; Matthew Beavers, Second Unit Cinematographer; Edmond Pohl, Third Unit Cinematographer)
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
USC Institute for Creative Technologies, 12015 West Waterfront Drive, Los Angeles, United States
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