On October 5th, we witnessed the grand finale of 𝐒𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀, an exciting innovation challenge co-organized by foodwize and the University of Gastronomic Sciences.The event brought together 𝟏𝟓𝟎+ 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, representing 𝟓𝟖 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 from 𝟐𝟕 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 across 𝟏𝟎 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚, showcasing the diverse and multidisciplinary importance of food. The finale was held at lush green campus of The University of Trans-Disciplinary Health Sciences and Technology (TDU)
Winner
Team A^3, XIM Bhubaneshwar University
Topic: Food Education & Climate Change
Project: Nutri Quest – An interactive board game raising awareness of micronutrients and their importance
Winner
Team A^3, XIM Bhubaneshwar University
Topic: Food Education & Climate Change
Project: Nutri Quest – An interactive board game raising awareness of micronutrients and their importance
First Runner-Up
Team Eco Harvest Innovators, Avinashi Lingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women
Topic: Stronger supply chains for small growers and producers
Project: Tomato Sheets – An innovative solution to reduce food waste and improve distribution
First Runner-Up
Team Eco Harvest Innovators, Avinashi Lingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women
Topic: Stronger supply chains for small growers and producers
Project: Tomato Sheets – An innovative solution to reduce food waste and improve distribution
Second Runner-Up
Team Sage, XIM Bhubaneshwar University
Topic: Stronger supply chains for small growers and producers
Project: An eco-friendly storage box inspired by the Afghan "Kangina" technique to extend the shelf life of perishable goods.
Second Runner-Up
Team Sage, XIM Bhubaneshwar University
Topic: Stronger supply chains for small growers and producers
Project: An eco-friendly storage box inspired by the Afghan "Kangina" technique to extend the shelf life of perishable goods.
Special Mention
Team Green Wrap, Kongunadu Arts and Science College
Topic: Sustainable PackagingProject: An eco-friendly packaging made from organic pineapple stem and chicken feather waste
Special Mention
Team Green Wrap, Kongunadu Arts and Science College
Topic: Sustainable Packaging
Project: An eco-friendly packaging made from organic pineapple stem and chicken feather waste