PARTICIPATING COMPETITONS & EVENTS

The following competitions and events are participating in the Patient Safety Technology Challenge by injecting patient safety awards into their programs.  

Please keep in mind that students and innovators may be eligible to participate in more than one opportunity so please be sure to check this list frequently and sign up for emails to be notified when new competitions and events are added.

  • HackKU

    HackKU

    Apr. 4-6, 2025

    KU Engineering Complex

    HackKU is KU’s annual 36-hour hackathon where top university talent gathers to push the envelope by creating innovative solutions to real-world problems, learning cutting-edge technical skills through attending workshops, and networking with industry-leading engineers who serve as mentors and judges throughout the weekend.  

    This year, hackers will have the option to compete to see who can create the best solution to solve a problem in the realm of patient health and safety! 

  • DiamondHacks 2025

    DiamondHacks 2025

    Apr. 5-6, 2025

    DiamondHacks 2025, hosted by ACM at UC San Diego, is a two-day overnight hackathon that aims to give participants an unparalleled experience through diverse tracks, such as education, social good, and patient safety. Come solo or with a group of friends!

  • Bench to Bedside

    Bench to Bedside

    Apr. 14, 2025

    Ken Garff University Club at Rice Eccles Stadium

    Utah's premier health care innovation competition, the Bench to Bedside (B2B) program offers students from all backgrounds the opportunity to learn from health care professionals about the problems facing day-to-day patient care, and develop tangible, innovative solutions. In our program, students have the opportunity to learn about the five leading patient safety challenges and how their solution can reduce patient harm and save lives.