Engineering

Here are project ideas for engineering majors who want to work with our different social labs. These project concepts were generated using ChatGPT. 

Youth Engagement Lab

• Youth Mental Health App: Design an app to provide mental health support and resources tailored to youth.

• Education Access Platform: Develop a platform offering free educational resources and mentorship for underprivileged youth.

• Youth Civic Engagement Tool: Create a digital platform to engage young people in local governance and community initiatives.

Blue Economy Lab

• Aquaculture Automation: Design automated systems for sustainable fish farming or seaweed cultivation.

• Ocean Plastic Collection Device: Build a device to efficiently collect and recycle ocean plastic waste.

• Renewable Energy from Ocean Sources: Develop technology to harness energy from ocean currents or waves.

Financial Inclusion Lab

• Microfinance App: Create an app for easy access to microloans and financial management tools.

• Blockchain for Transparent Transactions: Implement blockchain technology for secure and transparent financial transactions in underserved communities.

• Financial Literacy Game: Develop a gamified app to teach financial literacy skills to marginalized populations.

Zero Hunger Lab

• Food Waste Reduction System: Create a solution to reduce food waste in supply chains or households.

• Community Garden Network: Develop a platform connecting communities to share excess produce and reduce food scarcity.

• Smart Agriculture Monitoring: Build sensors and software to optimize crop growth and reduce hunger.

Universal Health Care Lab

• Telemedicine Platform: Create an accessible telehealth platform for remote or underserved areas.

• Medical Supply Chain Optimization: Develop systems to streamline the delivery of medical supplies to remote clinics.

• Healthcare AI for Diagnosis: Design an AI system to assist in diagnosing common illnesses in resource-limited settings.

City Futures Lab

• Smart Traffic Management System: Develop technology to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion.

• Urban Waste Management Solution: Create a sustainable waste management system for cities.

• Green Building Materials: Innovate eco-friendly materials for urban construction.

Regenerative Agriculture Lab

• Soil Health Monitoring System: Develop sensors to monitor soil health and guide regenerative farming practices.

• Agroforestry Integration: Design models for integrating trees into agricultural landscapes for enhanced sustainability.

• Precision Agriculture Technology: Create tools for precision farming to optimize resource usage.

Sustainable Energy Lab

• Renewable Energy Microgrids: Design small-scale renewable energy grids for remote communities.

• Energy-Efficient Cooling Systems: Develop eco-friendly cooling solutions for buildings or industries.

• Solar-Powered Appliances: Create household appliances powered entirely by solar energy.

Climate Action Labs

• Carbon Footprint Tracking App: Develop an app to track and reduce individual carbon footprints.

• Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Design infrastructure that can withstand extreme weather events caused by climate change.

• Climate Education VR Experience: Create a virtual reality educational tool to raise awareness about climate change impacts.

Education Impact Labs

• Interactive Learning Platforms: Develop immersive learning platforms using augmented reality or virtual reality.

• Remote Learning Accessibility Tools: Create tools to enhance accessibility for remote education in low-resource areas.

• Gamified Learning for STEM: Design games to make STEM education more engaging for students.

Water Security Lab

• Water Purification Technology: Develop cost-effective and sustainable water purification systems.

• Smart Irrigation Systems: Create efficient irrigation systems to conserve water in agriculture.

• Community Water Management App: Design an app for communities to manage and monitor their water resources.

Forest Sustainability Lab

• Forest Fire Detection System: Develop early-warning systems for forest fires using AI and satellite data.

• Reforestation Drones: Create drones for efficient and precise reforestation efforts.

• Forest Biodiversity Monitoring Tool: Build technology to monitor and preserve biodiversity in forests.

Primary Health Care Lab

• Low-Cost Medical Devices: Design affordable medical devices for primary healthcare centers.

• Healthcare Accessibility Mapping: Create maps highlighting healthcare access gaps in underserved areas.

• Community Health Awareness Campaign: Develop campaigns to promote health education and prevention in local communities.

Governance Innovation Lab

• Citizen Engagement Platform: Build a digital platform for citizens to participate in policymaking and governance processes.

These projects aim to address diverse challenges across the innovation labs, leveraging engineering skills to create impactful solutions for a better future.