-Teams must be 2-6 individuals

-Each team must present a 3 minute presentation and produce a video submitted by the deadline.

-We do not own any of the ideas and/or products developed from the event. They will belong to the team that developed it.

Can teams be formed prior to the event?

Yes, teams can be formed prior to the event. However, if there are people showing up as individuals, teams can be formed at the event.

What kind of materials will be provided?

There will be a wide range of materials and equipments provided. This will include equipment such as a 3-D printer, electronics kits, batteries, glue, screwdrivers. We will have almost everything to get you started! This year it will be at EPIC which will allow you to have access to large machinery as well! 

Are there specific topics for the hackathon?

There will be topics presented by the speakers on the day of the event, but you are welcome to develop and work on ideas that you have come up with on your own. The only requirement is that the topics are cancer care related.

Do all prototypes and ideas need to be generated at the event?

Ideas can be generated prior to the event. However, any prototype development (building of the device, programming of the software, etc) CAN'T occur prior to the event. We want to maintain this rule to be fair to everyone who is participating.

Can we bring our own materials?

Yes! You are welcome to bring your own materials (webcams, kinects, cardboard, tape, small equipment, etc). Also, on the day of the event teams are more then welcome to leave to the venue to purchase more items.

Will there be computers provided?

Unfortunately not, please be sure to bring any electronics you would like to use/test. This includes laptops, smart phones, etc. Remember, there will be a large amount of people attending so be sure to keep an eye on all valuables!

Where can we buy more materials? 

Local stores and shops that additional Materials can be purchased from.

CVS
730 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215 

RadioShack
730 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215  

Economy Hardware
1012 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02446 

Blick
401 Park Drive, Boston, MA 02215