In a showcase of innovation and academic excellence, researchers from KCP-CIT have made their mark at the 6th Y4iT Research Summit, with their groundbreaking projects earning them spots as finalists in prestigious categories.
One of the standout entries from KCP-CIT is the research project titled “Aquavac,” which has secured its position among the finalists amidst stiff competition from 62 research projects spanning various schools nationwide. The Aquavac is an Arduino-based robot engineered to autonomously collect debris from water bodies, offering a step forward solution to environmental challenges— water pollution.
Simultaneously, 5 entries from KCP-CIT also secured as finalists in Research Poster Making category, Among the captivating posters on display were an array of innovative research projects of the students, including Annad: A Gamified Application for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Education; Pyrosense: An Arduino-Based Smart Fire Prevention System for Enhanced Safety; iSight: Revolutionizing Highway Traffic Monitoring; TechCare: Harnessing Arduino for Elderly Caregiving and Health Enhancement; and SmartShield: Empowering Radiation Reduction through Arduino Technology.
The 6th Y4iT Research Summit, also known as YRS 2024, is a flagship event organized by the UP System IT Foundation (UPSITF). It serves as a platform to spotlight exceptional student research, with a focus on identifying pertinent societal issues and presenting potential ICT-driven solutions.
The success of KCP-CIT at the 6th Y4iT Research Summit underscores the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and its dedication to fostering innovation in the field of Information Technology. As the summit continues to unfold, the Aquavac robot and the Research posters stand as shining examples of the transformative potential of student-led research in addressing real-world challenges.//
