IBM Student Hackathon: Tackling food waste

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Tackling food waste using AI solutions

Take part in the IBM Hackathon hosted at Queen Mary, University of London. 

This event has 20 additional spaces open to any student, undergraduate or postgraduate, who is a part of the University of London federation.

When: Monday, February 23, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Where: The Octagon, Mile End

An immersive, team-based challenge designed to develop real-world skills 💼

Join IBM Master Inventor, John McNamara, to bring creativity and out-of-the box thinking together to tackle SDG 12 â€“ Responsible Consumption and Production. This is a great opportunity to work closely with other students and IBM professionals in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

By participating, you will develop highly transferable skills that you can add to your CV, including:

  • Creative and critical thinking
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Communication and idea pitching
  • Working under time pressure
  • Understanding how organisations approach real-world challenges

Click the link below to sign up: