International Hackathon on Mathematical Modeling and Simulation

<h4 data-start="156" data-end="227">International Hackathon on Mathematical Modeling and Simulation</h4> <p data-start="228" data-end="371"><strong data-start="228" data-end="237">Date:</strong> April 25–27, 2026<br data-start="255" data-end="258" /><strong data-start="258" data-end="267">Mode:</strong> Online<br data-start="274" data-end="277" /><strong data-start="277" data-end="290">Convenor:</strong> Ms. Suguna B – Co-Founder & CBO, Mastering Up<br data-start="336" data-end="339" /><strong data-start="339" data-end="356">Organized by:</strong> Mastering Up</p> <hr data-start="373" data-end="376" /> <h5 data-start="378" data-end="409">🔹 1. About the Hackathon</h5> <p data-start="411" data-end="648">The <strong data-start="415" data-end="482">International Hackathon on Mathematical Modeling and Simulation</strong> aims to unite mathematicians, data scientists, engineers, and researchers to tackle real-world challenges through computational modeling and simulation techniques.</p> <p data-start="650" data-end="1089">Mathematical modeling and simulation form the backbone of scientific discovery and industrial innovation — from predicting climate patterns and disease spread to optimizing complex systems and engineering processes. This hackathon invites participants to develop quantitative models, design simulation frameworks, and generate analytical insights that can transform research, policy, and technology implementation across diverse domains.</p> <hr data-start="1091" data-end="1094" /> <h5 data-start="1096" data-end="1135">🔹 2. Problem Statements / Tracks</h5> <h4 data-start="1137" data-end="1200"><strong data-start="1142" data-end="1198">1. Climate Change and Environmental Systems Modeling</strong></h4> <p data-start="1201" data-end="1458">Develop mathematical models that simulate climate patterns, CO₂ dynamics, or ecological balance to assist in environmental planning.<br data-start="1333" data-end="1336" /><strong data-start="1336" data-end="1358">Expected Solution:</strong> Predictive climate models, pollution dispersion simulations, or ecosystem equilibrium algorithms.</p> <h4 data-start="1460" data-end="1529"><strong data-start="1465" data-end="1527">2. Epidemiological Modeling for Disease Spread and Control</strong></h4> <p data-start="1530" data-end="1741">Design models that forecast disease transmission under different intervention strategies.<br data-start="1619" data-end="1622" /><strong data-start="1622" data-end="1644">Expected Solution:</strong> Compartmental models (SIR/SEIR), stochastic simulations, or vaccination impact analysis tools.</p> <h4 data-start="1743" data-end="1802"><strong data-start="1748" data-end="1800">3. Financial Market Prediction and Risk Modeling</strong></h4> <p data-start="1803" data-end="2035">Develop quantitative models to forecast stock market trends or assess systemic risk under uncertain conditions.<br data-start="1914" data-end="1917" /><strong data-start="1917" data-end="1939">Expected Solution:</strong> Time-series forecasting models, Monte Carlo simulations, or derivative risk-assessment tools.</p> <h4 data-start="2037" data-end="2095"><strong data-start="2042" data-end="2093">4. Traffic Flow and Transportation Optimization</strong></h4> <p data-start="2096" data-end="2309">Simulate and optimize traffic movement within urban environments using data-driven modeling.<br data-start="2188" data-end="2191" /><strong data-start="2191" data-end="2213">Expected Solution:</strong> Agent-based traffic simulations, dynamic routing algorithms, or congestion prediction models.</p> <h4 data-start="2311" data-end="2369"><strong data-start="2316" data-end="2367">5. Engineering Design and Structural Simulation</strong></h4> <p data-start="2370" data-end="2616">Create simulation models to test mechanical, civil, or aerospace engineering designs under real-world stress and constraints.<br data-start="2495" data-end="2498" /><strong data-start="2498" data-end="2520">Expected Solution:</strong> Finite element analysis (FEA), thermal modeling systems, or vibration prediction simulations.</p> <h4 data-start="2618" data-end="2680"><strong data-start="2623" data-end="2678">6. Population Growth and Resource Allocation Models</strong></h4> <p data-start="2681" data-end="2896">Develop models to understand population dynamics and their impact on resource distribution.<br data-start="2772" data-end="2775" /><strong data-start="2775" data-end="2797">Expected Solution:</strong> Logistic growth simulations, demographic forecasting tools, or resource optimization algorithms.</p> <h4 data-start="2898" data-end="2969"><strong data-start="2903" data-end="2967">7. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Process Simulation</strong></h4> <p data-start="2970" data-end="3207">Build models to simulate fluid behavior and industrial processes for efficiency and safety enhancement.<br data-start="3073" data-end="3076" /><strong data-start="3076" data-end="3098">Expected Solution:</strong> CFD simulation frameworks or mathematical models for energy, chemical, or mechanical process optimization.</p> <h4 data-start="3209" data-end="3270"><strong data-start="3214" data-end="3268">8. Disaster Risk and Emergency Response Simulation</strong></h4> <p data-start="3271" data-end="3486">Create mathematical frameworks that predict and mitigate risks during natural or man-made disasters.<br data-start="3371" data-end="3374" /><strong data-start="3374" data-end="3396">Expected Solution:</strong> Earthquake impact models, flood risk simulations, or dynamic evacuation planning tools.</p> <h4 data-start="3488" data-end="3554"><strong data-start="3493" data-end="3552">9. Artificial Intelligence and Neural Simulation Models</strong></h4> <p data-start="3555" data-end="3789">Integrate mathematical approaches with AI to simulate cognitive or neural processes for smart systems.<br data-start="3657" data-end="3660" /><strong data-start="3660" data-end="3682">Expected Solution:</strong> Neural network behavior models, brain-signal simulations, or mathematical models for AI decision-making.</p> <h4 data-start="3791" data-end="3845"><strong data-start="3796" data-end="3843">10. Individual Student Innovation Challenge</strong></h4> <p data-start="3846" data-end="4067">An open category encouraging students to propose <strong data-start="3895" data-end="3942">original modeling or simulation-based ideas</strong> that solve pressing real-world problems — across any scientific or industrial domain — aligned with the hackathon’s theme.</p> <hr data-start="4069" data-end="4072" /> <h5 data-start="4074" data-end="4110">🔹 3. Event Schedule (Three-Day)</h5> <div class="_tableContainer_1rjym_1"> <div class="group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse"> <table class="w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)" data-start="4112" data-end="4886"> <thead data-start="4112" data-end="4150"> <tr data-start="4112" data-end="4150"> <th data-start="4112" data-end="4122" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4114" data-end="4121">Day</strong></th> <th data-start="4122" data-end="4135" data-col-size="md"><strong data-start="4124" data-end="4134">Agenda</strong></th> <th data-start="4135" data-end="4150" data-col-size="md"><strong data-start="4137" data-end="4148">Details</strong></th> </tr> </thead> <tbody data-start="4192" data-end="4886"> <tr data-start="4192" data-end="4354"> <td data-start="4192" data-end="4221" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4194" data-end="4220">Day 1 – April 25, 2026</strong></td> <td data-start="4221" data-end="4268" data-col-size="md">Opening Ceremony & Problem Statement Release</td> <td data-col-size="md" data-start="4268" data-end="4354">Inaugural session, keynote lecture on modeling and simulation, and team formation.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4355" data-end="4446"> <td data-start="4355" data-end="4358" data-col-size="sm"></td> <td data-start="4358" data-end="4385" data-col-size="md">Idea Submission & Review</td> <td data-start="4385" data-end="4446" data-col-size="md">Teams submit abstracts outlining their modeling approach.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4447" data-end="4575"> <td data-start="4447" data-end="4476" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4449" data-end="4475">Day 2 – April 26, 2026</strong></td> <td data-start="4476" data-end="4506" data-col-size="md">Modeling & Simulation Phase</td> <td data-start="4506" data-end="4575" data-col-size="md">Teams develop models, perform simulations, and refine parameters.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4576" data-end="4660"> <td data-start="4576" data-end="4579" data-col-size="sm"></td> <td data-start="4579" data-end="4601" data-col-size="md">Mentorship Sessions</td> <td data-start="4601" data-end="4660" data-col-size="md">Experts review progress and provide technical insights.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4661" data-end="4788"> <td data-start="4661" data-end="4690" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="4663" data-end="4689">Day 3 – April 27, 2026</strong></td> <td data-start="4690" data-end="4725" data-col-size="md">Final Presentations & Evaluation</td> <td data-start="4725" data-end="4788" data-col-size="md">Teams present models, outcomes, and potential applications.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="4789" data-end="4886"> <td data-start="4789" data-end="4792" data-col-size="sm"></td> <td data-start="4792" data-end="4811" data-col-size="md">Closing & Awards</td> <td data-start="4811" data-end="4886" data-col-size="md">Announcement of winners and distribution of participation certificates.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> <hr data-start="4888" data-end="4891" /> <h5 data-start="4893" data-end="4938">🔹 4. Eligibility & Participation Rules</h5> <ul data-start="4940" data-end="5423"> <li data-start="4940" data-end="4970"> <p data-start="4942" data-end="4970"><strong data-start="4942" data-end="4956">Team Size:</strong> 2–4 members</p> </li> <li data-start="4971" data-end="5065"> <p data-start="4973" data-end="5065"><strong data-start="4973" data-end="4989">Eligibility:</strong> Open to students, academicians, researchers, and professionals worldwide.</p> </li> <li data-start="5066" data-end="5106"> <p data-start="5068" data-end="5106"><strong data-start="5068" data-end="5077">Mode:</strong> Online participation only.</p> </li> <li data-start="5107" data-end="5423"> <p data-start="5109" data-end="5131"><strong data-start="5109" data-end="5129">Code of Conduct:</strong></p> <ul data-start="5134" data-end="5423"> <li data-start="5134" data-end="5210"> <p data-start="5136" data-end="5210">Maintain originality and scientific integrity in modeling and reporting.</p> </li> <li data-start="5213" data-end="5276"> <p data-start="5215" data-end="5276">Use open-source datasets or self-generated simulation data.</p> </li> <li data-start="5279" data-end="5338"> <p data-start="5281" data-end="5338">Collaborate ethically and respect diverse perspectives.</p> </li> <li data-start="5341" data-end="5423"> <p data-start="5343" data-end="5423">Plagiarism, misconduct, or AI-generated fake results lead to disqualification.</p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="5425" data-end="5428" /> <h5 data-start="5430" data-end="5461">🔹 5. Evaluation Criteria</h5> <div class="_tableContainer_1rjym_1"> <div class="group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse"> <table class="w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)" data-start="5463" data-end="6005"> <thead data-start="5463" data-end="5498"> <tr data-start="5463" data-end="5498"> <th data-start="5463" data-end="5479" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="5465" data-end="5478">Criterion</strong></th> <th data-start="5479" data-end="5498" data-col-size="md"><strong data-start="5481" data-end="5496">Description</strong></th> </tr> </thead> <tbody data-start="5536" data-end="6005"> <tr data-start="5536" data-end="5632"> <td data-start="5536" data-end="5566" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="5538" data-end="5565">Innovation & Creativity</strong></td> <td data-start="5566" data-end="5632" data-col-size="md">Originality and uniqueness in modeling or simulation approach.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="5633" data-end="5731"> <td data-start="5633" data-end="5677" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="5635" data-end="5676">Practical Application / Social Impact</strong></td> <td data-start="5677" data-end="5731" data-col-size="md">Relevance of model in solving real-world problems.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="5732" data-end="5816"> <td data-start="5732" data-end="5763" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="5734" data-end="5762">Technical Implementation</strong></td> <td data-start="5763" data-end="5816" data-col-size="md">Rigor and accuracy of the mathematical framework.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="5817" data-end="5918"> <td data-start="5817" data-end="5849" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="5819" data-end="5848">Scalability & Feasibility</strong></td> <td data-start="5849" data-end="5918" data-col-size="md">Model adaptability for broader systems or long-term applications.</td> </tr> <tr data-start="5919" data-end="6005"> <td data-start="5919" data-end="5946" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="5921" data-end="5945">Presentation Quality</strong></td> <td data-start="5946" data-end="6005" data-col-size="md">Clarity, precision, and visualization of model results.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> <hr data-start="6007" data-end="6010" /> <h5 data-start="6012" data-end="6044">🔹 6. Prizes & Recognition</h5> <p data-start="6046" data-end="6176">🏆 <strong data-start="6049" data-end="6074">Top 10 Ideas/Winners:</strong><br data-start="6074" data-end="6077" />Receive <strong data-start="6085" data-end="6114">USD 1000 Worth of Voucher</strong> under the <strong data-start="6125" data-end="6153">“Idea to Startup Scheme”</strong> by <strong data-start="6157" data-end="6173">SUKISH GROUP</strong>.</p> <p data-start="6178" data-end="6311">🥇 <strong data-start="6181" data-end="6197">Top 3 Ideas:</strong><br data-start="6197" data-end="6200" />Will be shared with <strong data-start="6220" data-end="6266">leading modeling and research institutions</strong> for potential <strong data-start="6281" data-end="6297">seed funding</strong>, including:</p> <ul data-start="6312" data-end="6491"> <li data-start="6312" data-end="6329"> <p data-start="6314" data-end="6329"><strong data-start="6314" data-end="6327">MathWorks</strong></p> </li> <li data-start="6330" data-end="6351"> <p data-start="6332" data-end="6351"><strong data-start="6332" data-end="6349">SimScale GmbH</strong></p> </li> <li data-start="6352" data-end="6370"> <p data-start="6354" data-end="6370"><strong data-start="6354" data-end="6368">ANSYS Inc.</strong></p> </li> <li data-start="6371" data-end="6437"> <p data-start="6373" data-end="6437"><strong data-start="6373" data-end="6435">European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)</strong></p> </li> <li data-start="6438" data-end="6491"> <p data-start="6440" data-end="6491"><strong data-start="6440" data-end="6489">Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL)</strong></p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="6493" data-end="6526">🎖️ <strong data-start="6497" data-end="6524">Additional Recognition:</strong></p> <ul data-start="6527" data-end="6836"> <li data-start="6527" data-end="6574"> <p data-start="6529" data-end="6574">Certificates of Participation for all teams</p> </li> <li data-start="6575" data-end="6647"> <p data-start="6577" data-end="6647"><strong data-start="6577" data-end="6598">Innovation Awards</strong> during <strong data-start="6606" data-end="6645">MU International Awards 2026 Series</strong></p> </li> <li data-start="6648" data-end="6768"> <p data-start="6650" data-end="6768">Opportunity to showcase outcomes at <strong data-start="6686" data-end="6766">MU International Conference on Computational Science and Applied Mathematics</strong></p> </li> <li data-start="6769" data-end="6836"> <p data-start="6771" data-end="6836">Selected ideas to be <strong data-start="6792" data-end="6834">abstracted in MU International Journal</strong></p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="6838" data-end="6841" /> <h5 data-start="6843" data-end="6875">🔹 7. Registration Section</h5> <p data-start="6877" data-end="6923">💡 <strong data-start="6880" data-end="6906">Registration Deadline:</strong> April 18, 2026</p> <div class="_tableContainer_1rjym_1"> <div class="group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse"> <table class="w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)" data-start="6925" data-end="7267"> <thead data-start="6925" data-end="6975"> <tr data-start="6925" data-end="6975"> <th data-start="6925" data-end="6940" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="6927" data-end="6939">Category</strong></th> <th data-start="6940" data-end="6950" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="6942" data-end="6949">Fee</strong></th> <th data-start="6950" data-end="6975" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="6952" data-end="6973">Registration Link</strong></th> </tr> </thead> <tbody data-start="7030" data-end="7267"> <tr data-start="7030" data-end="7129"> <td data-start="7030" data-end="7066" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="7032" data-end="7065">Indian Team (up to 4 Members)</strong></td> <td data-start="7066" data-end="7073" data-col-size="sm">₹499</td> <td data-start="7073" data-end="7129" data-col-size="sm"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://rzp.io/rzp/4JM7ux4N" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="7075" data-end="7127">Register Here (India)</a></td> </tr> <tr data-start="7130" data-end="7267"> <td data-start="7130" data-end="7173" data-col-size="sm"><strong data-start="7132" data-end="7172">International Team (up to 4 Members)</strong></td> <td data-start="7173" data-end="7182" data-col-size="sm">USD 50</td> <td data-start="7182" data-end="7267" data-col-size="sm"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/3ZZAY2H3ZDMBS" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="7184" data-end="7265">Register Here (International)</a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> <hr data-start="7269" data-end="7272" /> <h5 data-start="7274" data-end="7305">🔹 8. Contact Information</h5> <p data-start="7307" data-end="7429">📧 <strong data-start="7310" data-end="7320">Email:</strong> <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="7321" data-end="7344">contact@masteringup.com</a><br data-start="7344" data-end="7347" />🌐 <strong data-start="7350" data-end="7362">Website:</strong> <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.masteringup.com/events" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="7363" data-end="7427">www.masteringup.com/events</a></p>