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Bee-cause We Care: Innovating Solutions to Increase Bee Health and Productivity

Bee-cause We Care: Innovating Solutions to Increase Bee Health and Productivity

What role can communication technologies play in promoting sustainable beekeeping practices?
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Our Challenge

Bee populations worldwide are declining due to factors such as habitat loss, pesticide exposure, and disease. This decline is having negative impacts on food security and ecosystem health, as bees play a vital role in pollination. At the same time, beekeepers face challenges in maintaining the health and productivity of their hives. How can we develop sustainable approaches to support bee health and honey production, while also protecting pollinators and promoting biodiversity? Are you ready to make a difference in the world while exploring cutting-edge technology? Join the Bee Solution Challenge! You'll have the chance to work on a real-world problem by designing a system of sensors for beehives, using IoT and machine learning technologies. You'll learn new skills in communication technology and data analysis, and work alongside industry experts from Intelligent Hives. Not only will you gain valuable hands-on experience, but you'll also be helping the environment by improving bee health and promoting sustainable agriculture. Plus, you can collaborate with like-minded students. So, are you up for the challenge? Join us today! The challenge also provides an opportunity to develop learners’ transversal skills and enhance their performance during presentations but also during the process of applying for a job. Cooperation, cocreation, pitching, peer learning and peer assessment, providing constructive feedback will play a pivotal role in this challenge aspect.

The Team

Teamchers

These are the teamchers you'll work with on the challenge.

PK
Piotr Korbel
Teamcher

Learners

8 learners

Challenge providers

Intelligent Hives
Study period
1 October 2023 – 1 February 2024
Study format
Hybrid
Application period
5 July – 10 September 2023
Credits
8 ECTS
Hosting university
Lodz University of Technology
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Value and progress

Learning Outcome 1

Design problem-oriented sensing systems using the prototype electronic framework.

ESCO SKILLS

Learning Outcome 2

Apply modern ICT technology to provide example problem-oriented services.

ESCO SKILLS

Learning Outcome 3

Collaborate with industrial and/or research partners.

ESCO SKILLS

Learning Outcome 4

Effectively communicate and successfully pitch one’s accomplishments, idea, and project outcome.

ESCO SKILLS

Work in teams

Learning Outcome 5

Provide constructive feedback regarding the project.

ESCO SKILLS

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Hosting university

Lodz University of Technology

Lodz University of Technology

Challenge provider

Intelligent Hives