Planet Hack 2023
Planet Hack 2023, a remarkable STEAM hackathon, was a collaborative effort co-hosted by Australian National University (ANU), Education in Motion, and Dulwich High School Suzhou. This exhilarating event unfolded over two intense days, from the 27th to the 28th of October. Representing our school, DHSZ, were a talented group of students who enthusiastically embraced the challenge.
Year 10：Lucas S, Jerry W；Year11：Smith Z, Year 12：Andy X, Alex Z, Raykio Y, Emma L, Karl Z, Alan Y, Tina Y；Year 13：Alex L.
The theme of this year's hackathon, "Food Security," was unveiled by distinguished professor from ANU. It provided a thought-provoking backdrop to the event, linking it to the broader concept of Global Citizenship. Students were tasked with developing innovative solutions to address the critical issue of food security and prepare for an uncertain future.
With the unwavering support of our dedicated teachers, Mr Amin Teymorian, Ms Kimberley Murray, and Mr Don Socorro, our talented representatives developed the ingenious solution "Wave 2 Wok." This multifaceted solution addressed key aspects of food security. The team harnessed blockchain technology to meticulously track and record the history of fish, providing transparency and traceability. They also looked into quality control and nutrient classification, distinguishing between farmed and wild-caught fish. To further bolster their solution, they designed and constructed a cutting-edge machine capable of identifying fish temperature and color using a combination of robotic kits and Arduino. Finally, they utilized their programming skills to generate informative data visualizations that conveyed essential information to end-users.
#From teachers
“The activities like PlanetHack are a lot of fun. Students get to work together and apply their collective knowledge to make something cool. The experience also helps kids stand out when applying to top universities.”
-- Mr Amin Teymorian, Head of Computer Science
#From students
The Planet Hack event was a lot of fun and allowed me to improve my proficiency in extracurricular computer knowledge, interact with cutting-edge researchers and learn about some of the problems that still exist in the practice of AI in production environments. -- Alex L（Y13）
During this event, I realized the importance of being a global citizen, and at the same time, I learned that there are still people on this planet who are poor. -- Smith Z (Y11)
In conclusion, Planet Hack 2023 was a testament to the incredible potential of our students. Their collaborative spirit, innovative thinking, and problem-solving skills were on full display during this event. As we reflect on the accomplishments of our DHSZ representatives and their solution "Wave 2 Wok," we're reminded of the critical role STEAM plays in addressing global challenges. This hackathon not only showcased our students' capabilities but also emphasized the importance of cultivating young minds to be future-ready innovators. We eagerly await the impact that these young talents will make on the world and look forward to their continued exploration of STEAM solutions for global issues.
