MedTech x Scalpel Hackathon: Innovating Surgical Oncology

📅 Date: 16th November (winners will present their projects at Scalpel’s annual conference: Re-thinking the Cut, on Sat 22nd Nov @Uni Place, 12:30-13:30!!!)
📍 Location: University Place
⏰ Duration: 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Join us for an action-packed, one-day hackathon hosted by Manchester MedTech in collaboration with Scalpel, where medicine meets innovation!

This year’s theme, Surgical Oncology, challenges participants to tackle real-world problems in cancer care and surgery. Whether it’s improving surgical precision, enhancing patient recovery, or reimagining how technology can aid oncological procedures, you’ll have the chance to design novel, impactful solutions alongside like-minded innovators.

💡 No prior coding experience required!
Teams will combine skills from medicine, engineering, computer science, and design to bring ideas to life, from prototypes and apps to process innovations.

🎓 Workshops & Speakers:
Take part in unique skill-building workshops focused on innovation, design, and entrepreneurship within MedTech. Hear from inspiring speakers with experience in startups, product development, and medical technology, sharing insights into how to turn ideas into reality.

🏆 Prizes & Opportunities:
Winners will be invited to present their projects at Scalpel’s National Conference, where they’ll compete for major prizes sponsored by our incredible partners and gain exposure to leading figures in surgery and MedTech innovation.

✨ Why join?
• Work with multidisciplinary teams solving real oncology challenges
• Learn from experts in surgery, innovation, and technology
• Build skills through exclusive workshops and talks
• Create something that could shape the future of cancer care
• Network with professionals, academics, and students passionate about medical technology