AIxBio Hackathon

Hackathon

Apart Research | BlueDot Impact | Cambridge Biosecurity Hub Online 2026

Information

A weekend hackathon focused on the intersection of AI and biosecurity, addressing topics such as DNA synthesis screening, pandemic early warning, and practitioner tools. Participants work in teams over three days to develop tools, prototypes, and research addressing gaps in biosecurity infrastructure. The event included both online and in-person local hubs and culminated in prizes and recognition for winning projects. Organisers include Apart Research, BlueDot Impact and the Cambridge Biosecurity Hub.

Eligibility

Open to researchers, engineers, biosecurity professionals, and AI safety enthusiasts.

Application

Sign up on the event page and submit a project entry during the hackathon; projects were submitted through the event submission process.

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Opportunity Details

TypeHackathon

OrganiserApart Research | BlueDot Impact | Cambridge Biosecurity Hub

LocationOnline

Dates April 24, 2026 – April 26, 2026

Study level Bachelor / Undergraduate, Master / Graduate, PhD / Doctoral, Early-career professional

Open toWorldwide

Biology / Life Sciences Computer Science Data Science / AI

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