Now is the time to pursue innovations that address the impacts of COVID-19 and other health issues in one’s own community, said a panel of experts.

The HBCU Making & Innovation Showcase brought together 80 students and faculty members for interactive workshops and training on invention and entrepreneurship.

Since 2011, the GIST Tech-I pitch competition has given young science and technology innovators from emerging economies the chance to vie for recognition on a global stage.

GIST Tech-I is a global pitching competition which seeks to identify and select, train, and encourage innovations by young scientists and great minds all over the world. As part of the GIST initiative, Tech-I works to empower young innovators to build businesses that address economic and development challenges.