October 7, 2024 – We here at Binnovative are proud to reflect on another remarkable year of the NASA International Space Apps Challenge (ISAC), which brought together participants from across Massachusetts and beyond for a weekend of innovation and collaboration (October 5 and 6, 2024). As the official host of the event in Boston, Binnovative works with NASA and 15 other global space agencies to engage problem-solvers and innovators in addressing real-world space challenges.
This year’s hackathon, themed “The Sun Touches Everything,” inspired participants to explore new possibilities in heliophysics and space exploration. With over 93,500 participants from around the globe and more than 9,600 project submissions, ISAC 2024 set a new record for global engagement. Binnovative is thrilled to have been part of this incredible international effort, fostering collaboration and creative problem-solving in the greater Boston area and with the Japanese Consul, Finally, we’d like to thank our great judges, the Consulate General of Japan in Boston and our sponsors who supported us hosting ISAC Boston 2024 successfully.
“We are continually impressed by the talent, creativity, and passion shown by our participants,” says Eriko Nishinoto, Founder and CEO of Binnovative. “Learning from mentors and developing new approaches to understanding the Sun’s impact on our solar system, the projects developed here in Boston demonstrated great potential.”
The Boston event saw participants of all ages and backgrounds come together to form interdisciplinary teams, working to address NASA’s unique challenges. These challenges spanned across topics such as climate science, planetary exploration, and technological advancements in space exploration.
Announcing the ISAC Boston 2024 Awards!
🥇 1st Place [Global Nominee]: CliMappers
🥈 2nd Place [Global Nominee]: Exoplaneteers
- Best Use of Kintone API: Climappers
- Amazon AWS Award: Team Seismic Event Detection and Team Quake Away
- Honorable Mentions: Kris Pilcher and Kaleidoscope
A huge congratulations to all the winners and participants! And thank you to our sponsors including Toyota, Ogawa, AWS startups, Mitsubishi, and Kintone. You’ve all made this year’s ISAC Boston unforgettable with your innovation and passion. Binnovative extends its heartfelt congratulations to all teams who took part in this monumental event and wishes them the best of luck in global judging.
Stay Connected
For updates on the NASA International Space Apps Challenge and future events, follow Binnovative on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X. We are excited to continue building a vibrant community of innovators and changemakers right here in Massachusetts.
Once again, thank you to all our participants, volunteers, and partners for making the 2024 NASA International Space Apps Challenge an unforgettable experience. We look forward to seeing the impact of your ideas on the world of space exploration!
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Contact:
Eriko Nishinoto
Founder/CEO
eriko@binnovative.org
About Binnovative
Binnovative is a nonprofit organization based in Massachusetts, dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. By connecting communities with cutting-edge global initiatives like the NASA Space Apps Challenge, Binnovative empowers people to collaborate on projects that address pressing global challenges and create a positive impact.
This release captures the excitement, impact, and forward-looking nature of Binnovative’s involvement with ISAC 2024, following the structure and tone of the past examples.