Phase
Awarded
Pandemic Response Challenge
$500k
Prize Purse
The Pandemic Response Challenge is a $500K, four-month challenge that focuses on the development of data-driven AI systems to predict COVID-19 infection rates and prescribe Intervention Plans (IPs) that regional governments, communities, and organizations can implement to minimize harm when reopening their economies.
Sponsored by
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 194 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Overview
The road forward on reopening global economies will be paved by collaboration.
Brian Humphries
Chief Executive Officer, Cognizant
The Challenge
Our hope now is to evolve this technology into emergency response plans for local governments worldwide, utilizing artificial intelligence to better protect everyone - from the most vulnerable in our society to the most essential workers - against future pandemics.
Amir Banifatemi
Chief Innovation and Growth Officer at XPRIZE
How to Win