Challenge
Journey into the microscopic world, where microorganisms thrive in unseen ecosystems. Develop a project that visualizes microorganisms or simulates microbial ecosystems. Use your skills to reveal the hidden complexity and importance of these tiny but mighty organisms.
Important Dates
Challenge opens:
October 28, 2024 at 9:00am ET
Challenge closes:
November 3, 2024 at 11:59pm PT
Challenge Overview & Rules
Develop a project that visualizes microorganisms or simulates microbial ecosystems. Use your skills to reveal the hidden complexity and importance of these tiny but mighty organisms.
Submission Format
Ensure your submission meets the following criteria based on your field:
Software Engineering: You may use any web technologies or programming languages you are comfortable with, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Java, or any frameworks you prefer.
Data Science: You may use any tools or software you are comfortable with, such as D3.js, Tableau, Python (Matplotlib, Seaborn), R (ggplot2), or any other data visualization libraries and frameworks.
Design: You may use any tools or software you are comfortable with, such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or any other design tools and platforms.
Game Development & Design: You may use any tools or software you prefer, such as Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot, or any other game development platforms and frameworks.
Please also, be sure to include:
- A public link to your project.
- A screenshot of your project.
- A brief description (150-200 words) explaining your project's concept and how it embodies the theme. Make sure to mention the technologies you used and any notable features or challenges you encountered during the development.
Submission Guidelines
- Deadline: Submit your project by November 3.
- How to Submit:
- Submit via email to masteryquests@bletchley.org and use the subject: True Nature - Microorganisms
- Ensure your project includes the required screenshot and description as specified above.
Judging Criteria
Your submissions will be evaluated based on:
- Creativity: Originality and inventiveness in visualizing microorganisms or simulating microbial ecosystems.
- Relevance to Theme: How well the project aligns with the concept of microorganisms.
- Clarity of Concept: Effectiveness in communicating the idea and purpose of the project.
