PROBLEM STATEMENTS

Healthcare
H101 : Symptom Tracker for Early Health Interventions

Problem Statement:
Create a mobile app that helps users track daily symptoms, like headaches, fatigue,
or body pain, and prompts early health interventions. The app should allow users to
log common symptoms easily and receive simple insights or alerts for potential
conditions based on the frequency and severity of symptoms logged. Additionally, it
could provide basic self-care tips or recommendations for when to seek professional
medical advice.

Objective:
Develop a basic prototype of an app that improves users' health awareness and
encourages proactive care with user-friendly symptom tracking and relevant
recommendations.

H102 : Smart Medication Reminder with Side Effect Monitoring

Problem Statement:
Design an application that not only reminds users to take their medications but also
tracks potential side effects and interactions over time. The app should allow users to
log each medication they’re taking, including dosage and frequency, and prompt
them to note any side effects they experience. Over time, the app can identify
patterns and suggest discussing specific symptoms or side effects with a healthcare
provider.

Objective:
Build a prototype that enhances medication adherence while providing insights into
the user’s reaction to medications, promoting informed discussions with doctors
about side effects or alternative treatments.
H103 : Personalized Health Risk Assessment and Lifestyle
Recommender

Problem Statement:
Develop a sophisticated tool that can analyze user data (such as age, weight, medical
history, physical activity, and dietary habits) to assess personal health risks and
suggest customized lifestyle changes. The app could integrate with wearable devices
to monitor metrics like heart rate or step count and analyze trends to provide
preventive health insights. Based on the user's data, the app should offer tailored
recommendations for reducing health risks, such as diet modifications, exercise
routines, and regular health checkup reminders.

Objective:
Create an intelligent prototype that leverages user data for comprehensive health
risk assessment and provides actionable, personalized lifestyle recommendations to
encourage preventive healthcare.
Education
ED101 : Vocabulary Builder with Daily Word Challenges

Problem Statement:
Develop a mobile or web application that helps students expand their vocabulary by
presenting a new word each day, along with its definition, pronunciation, and
example usage. Users can save words to a personal vocabulary list and take quick
quizzes to reinforce learning. The app could also include a “streak” feature to
encourage consistent use and offer badges or rewards for maintaining learning
habits.

Objective:
Create a simple, engaging app that supports students in building their vocabulary
with daily word challenges, quizzes, and progress tracking features.

ED102 : Interactive Concept Mapping Tool for Collaborative

Problem Statement:
Design an interactive tool that helps students visualize and connect key concepts
from their coursework. This tool should allow users to create and customize concept
maps collaboratively, adding topics, links, and annotations. It could be used by
groups working on projects together, helping them map out topics and ideas in a
shared workspace. The app should also include templates for different subjects to
simplify the process of getting started.

Objective:
Develop a collaborative platform that enhances understanding through concept
mapping, encouraging students to organize and link ideas visually for better
retention and group brainstorming.
ED103 : Adaptive Learning Platform with Personalized Study
Plans

Problem Statement:
Build a platform that assesses a student’s strengths and weaknesses in various
subjects and generates a personalized study plan to improve their performance. The
platform could analyze the student’s progress over time, dynamically adjusting the
study plan to target weaker areas and reinforce strengths. Additional features could
include practice quizzes, flashcards, and suggested resources. An advanced version
could integrate AI to predict learning gaps and recommend optimal study routines
or content.

Objective:
Create an intelligent learning system that adapts to individual student needs,
helping them focus on specific learning gaps and ensuring an efficient, tailored
educational experience.
Fintech
F101 : Bill Splitter with Real-Time Payment Tracking

Problem Statement:
Create a simple app that allows groups of friends or family members to split bills
easily, with options to track who has paid and who still owes money. The app should
let users add their expenses, choose people to split the bill with, and send
notifications to remind those who haven’t paid yet. It could also integrate basic
payment status tracking (e.g., “paid” or “pending”) for each person, making it easy to
see who still owes money.

Objective:
Develop a hassle-free tool that makes bill splitting and tracking payments in groups
seamless, helping users manage shared expenses without confusion.

F102 : Women-Focused Financial Wellness and Investment

Problem Statement:
Create an app that helps women build financial confidence through personalized
financial wellness tools, community support, and investment resources designed
specifically for them. The app could include features like budgeting and savings
tools, women-centered financial literacy resources, and tailored investment options
(e.g., portfolios aligned with values like sustainability or female-led companies). It
should also include a community space for women to share financial tips,
experiences, and challenges, fostering a supportive environment.

Additionally, the app could offer personalized insights and financial health scores
based on users' goals and habits, with prompts to take actions like starting a small
investment, saving for a specific milestone, or building an emergency fund.

Objective:
Develop a platform that not only provides financial tools but also empowers women
by creating a supportive community, offering relevant resources, and enabling
investment opportunities aligned with their values and goals.
F103 : AI-Powered Financial Health Advisor

Problem Statement:
Develop an AI-driven tool that analyzes a user's financial data, such as income,
spending habits, debts, and savings, to provide personalized advice for improving
their financial health. The tool could use machine learning to detect risky spending
patterns, recommend budgeting adjustments, and suggest investment or savings
opportunities based on the user's goals. The app could also provide monthly financial
health reports and projections based on the user's data.

Objective:
Create an advanced financial advisor platform that empowers users to make smarter
financial decisions by providing tailored insights, recommendations, and monthly
health summaries based on their unique financial behaviors.
Entertainment
E101 : Local Event Discovery App

Problem Statement:
Create an app that curates and recommends local entertainment events, such as
concerts and plays, based on user preferences and interests. The app should allow
users to input their favorite genres, artists, or types of events and provide
personalized suggestions, along with details like location, time, and ticketing options.

Objective:
Develop a user-friendly app that enhances local entertainment experiences by
connecting users with events that match their tastes, promoting community
engagement and cultural participation.

E102 : Women in Entertainment Discovery Platform

Problem Statement:
Develop a platform that highlights and promotes content created by women in the
entertainment industry, including movies, music, books, and podcasts. The app
could offer curated lists, recommendations based on user preferences, and highlight
women-led projects or productions. It should feature bios of female creators and
allow users to explore content across genres, as well as receive notifications about
new releases or events that spotlight women in entertainment.

Objective:
Create a platform that empowers users to discover and support women-led creative
works, increasing visibility for female creators and fostering a supportive community
of fans and enthusiasts.
E103 : Global Female Artist Collaboration Platform

Problem Statement:
Create a platform that connects female artists from around the world—musicians,
filmmakers, writers, visual artists—for collaborative projects and showcases. The app
should allow users to browse artist profiles, view portfolios, and connect with others
to start joint creative endeavors, whether for music, art, film, or mixed-media
projects. It could feature tools for planning and managing projects, such as a shared
calendar, task management, and chat functions, as well as options for virtual
exhibitions or performance streams to present completed work. The platform should
also have options for mentorship, where experienced female artists can guide
emerging talent.

Objective:
Develop a global networking and collaboration app that supports female artists,
fostering a community of shared creativity and empowering women to collaborate,
mentor, and showcase their work on a large scale.
Social Good/Women Safety
W101 : Personal Safety Alarm App

Problem Statement:
Design an app that enables users to send an emergency alert to predefined contacts
when they feel unsafe. The app should include features like real-time location
sharing, a loud alarm to deter potential threats, and a quick-access button for
sending alerts in critical situations. It could also provide tips on personal safety and
local emergency contacts.

Objective:
Build a prototype of a personal safety app that empowers users to feel secure by
facilitating rapid communication in emergencies and promoting awareness of safety
practices.

W102 : Safe Route Finder App

Problem Statement:
Develop a navigation app that suggests safer routes for women traveling alone,
utilizing real-time data on crime rates and user reviews of areas. The app should
allow users to input their destination and preferences, such as avoiding poorly lit
areas or high-crime neighborhoods. It could also feature community-generated
safety ratings for routes and locations, enabling users to make informed decisions
about their travel.

Objective:
Create a prototype of a navigation app that enhances personal safety for women by
providing tailored route suggestions based on crime data and community feedback,
fostering a sense of security while traveling.
W103 : Disaster Relief Coordination Tool

Problem Statement:
Create a robust system that connects volunteers, donors, and organizations during
emergencies, facilitating efficient resource allocation and communication. The
platform should allow users to post needs or offers of help, track available resources,
and enable real-time updates about the situation on the ground. It could also
integrate a mapping feature to visualize resource distribution and needs in affected
areas.

Objective:
Develop a comprehensive tool that streamlines disaster response efforts by
connecting communities, ensuring efficient resource allocation, and enhancing
communication among all stakeholders during emergencies.
AI/ML
A101 : Voice Emotion Recognition App

Problem Statement:
Develop an app that analyzes voice recordings to detect emotions, helping users
improve their communication skills and emotional awareness. The app should allow
users to record voice messages and receive feedback on the emotional tone, along
with suggestions for improving their vocal expression.

Objective:

Create a simple, engaging app that enhances users' emotional intelligence and
communication skills by providing insights into their vocal delivery and emotional
expression.

A102 : Sentiment Analysis Tool for Social Media

Problem Statement:
Create a tool that analyzes social media posts or reviews to determine the overall
sentiment (positive, negative, neutral). Users should be able to input a social media
handle or a specific post URL, and the tool will provide a sentiment score, along with
insights into common themes or keywords driving that sentiment.

Objective:
Build a prototype that empowers users to understand public perception on social
media by analyzing sentiments, helping brands or individuals make informed
decisions based on audience feedback.
A103 : Image Recognition App for Object Identification

Problem Statement:
Build a simple app that uses a pre-trained machine learning model to identify
objects in photos taken by users. The app should allow users to take or upload
images and receive immediate feedback on the objects detected, along with
additional information about those objects, such as usage or significance.

Objective:
Develop an interactive image recognition application that leverages machine
learning to provide users with instant insights into the objects in their photos,
enhancing their knowledge and interaction with the environment around them.