NASA International Space Apps Challenge

Bangalore, October 1

Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) India’s Chennai Local Network will locally host the global all-virtual NASA International Space Apps Challenge from October 2-4, 2020. The knowledge partner for the event is Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India. The theme for this year’s 48 hour hackathon is - “Take Action". The idea behind this is to remind every problem-solver that they can make a difference, even while working safely from home.

 Shekhar Sanyal, Country Head and Director of IET India said, “The IET is delighted to be hosting the NASA International Space Apps Challenge 2020. Its theme of "Take Action" is relevant to the issues of today especially in view of the pandemic. We hope that this challenge will enable participants to develop real solutions to global challenges. We look forward to seeing some innovative solutions that will support global efforts in this area.”

  For more information about the NASA Space App Challenge, please send an email to: ietclntreasurer@gmail.com.