Innovation Sprint for Women Engineers – Empowering Women Innovators at the Intersection of AI, Nanotechnology, and Sustainability

The Innovation Sprint for Women Engineers is a month long hackathon designed to inspire, mentor, and empower women in technology to develop creative, feasible, and socially impactful solutions addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the synergy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Nanotechnology.
The sprint will cultivate innovation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and leadership among women engineers and students.
Objectives
– To promote innovation and sustainability awareness among women engineers.
– To foster collaboration between AI and nanotech domains for practical SDG-aligned solutions.
– To encourage women’s participation in STEM innovation through mentorship and networking.
– To identify promising ideas for potential IEEE WIE publications, grants, or incubator follow-ups.
Theme
AI + Nanotech = Sustainable Futures
Participants will ideate solutions under sub-themes such as:
– Clean Water & Energy (SDG 6 & 7)
– Health and Biosensing (SDG 3)
– Sustainable Cities & Environments (SDG 11 & 13)
– Circular Economy and Waste Reduction
Expected Outcomes
– Innovation recognition: Top projects highlighted on IEEE Nanotechnology platforms.
– Community engagement: Strengthened cross-disciplinary collaboration.
– Talent pipeline: Encouraging women’s visibility in STEM innovation.
– Sustainability impact: Solutions aligned with real-world SDG metrics.
Recognition & Certificates
– Top 3 Winners will receive special IEEE Nanotechnology x Young Professionals Innovation Sprint Acknowledgemen and Certifcates
Co-sponsored by: North Jersey Nano Technology Council
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/541140