During the development of this year’s task, the BBDC team worked closely with researchers from the Minds, Media, Machines high-profile area at the University of Bremen. From March 1, to 23:59 p.m. on April 12, 2021, students will have six weeks’ time to find patterns in known data using clever algorithms and analysis methods. The aim is to be able to make forecasts for new data. Acoustic events, such as the meowing of a cat or tolling of bells, must be recognized despite there being varying background noise. The only requirement to take part is knowledge in programming. Either individuals or teams of up to three people can enter. For students of Computer Science at the University of Bremen, participation can count as being the practical part of a seminar, according to the event organizers. Participation is free. The company neuland and Sparkasse Bremen are providing the monetary prizes: The winners will receive 500 euros. Places 2 to 5 will each receive, 400 euros, 300 euros, 200 euros, and 100 euros respectively.

Further Information:

Bremen Big Data Challenge:  https://bbdc.csl.uni-bremen.de
Minds, Media, Machines high-profile area: https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/minds-media-machines
Cognitive Systems Lab: https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/csl

Contact:

Yale Hartmann
Cognitive Systems Lab
University of Bremen
Email: bdc@uni-bremen.de