AI Applications and Robots Win Big at BOOM Awards Ceremony 2023
AI Apps and Robots Take Home Awards at BOOM
Source: Cornell Chronicle
Overview of BOOM Student Technology Showcase
- Held on April 18, 2024, in the Duffield Hall atrium
- Nearly 120 students showcased 44 innovative projects
- Judged for novelty, technical difficulty, and social impact
Notable Award Winners
- ColdCraft: AI email assistant that simplifies cold emailing
- RewindAI: Web app and wearable device for memory assistance
- Autonomous Wave Robot: Robot designed for construction and excavation tasks
Highlights of Selected Projects
- REVIEWER2: AI system providing feedback for research paper revisions
- SmartClick: Automated tool for labeling liver cysts in medical imaging
- Glance: System tracking food waste in restaurants
Future Directions and Collaborations
- BOOM has evolved since its inception in 1998 to include various disciplines
- Supported by corporate sponsors like Cisco, Infosys, and LinkedIn
- Projects demonstrate the integration of technology in addressing real-world issues
Significance of the Event
BOOM highlights the creativity and technological prowess of Cornell students, fostering innovation that may impact multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability.
