ABOUT SPECIAL TRACK

Special Track aims at bringing out innovative solutions to solve the issues of mankind, on a global scale. This track was introduced in the 2020 edition of YESIST12 and focuses on offering smarter solutions to some of the most challenging business and humanitarian challenges across the world today. In 2025, Special Track targets on providing solutions to elevate the standard of living of every individual by encouraging novel ideas, and creative proposals.

Theme For Special Track 2024:

Smart Infrastructure and Safe Living.

Top five reasons you should participate

Submit your Abstract now

Deadline: 30 / 04 / 2024

(This call is open exclusively for participants from countries outside India)

The submission could be related to the following topics

Smart Data

Utilize data-driven tools and technologies to address social challenges. This includes applying data visualization, big data, and AI to improve decision-making, optimize resource management, and enhance various sectors such as governance, healthcare, education, and public services for a smarter, more efficient society.

Secure Mobility

Innovative solutions to enhance urban transportation, reduce congestion, lower pollution, and improve mobility, especially in cities with heavy traffic. The focus is on creating safer, greener, and more efficient transport systems.

Seamless Healthcare

Projects that leverage technology to improve healthcare through better diagnostics, treatments, and monitoring systems, enhancing accessibility and efficiency in healthcare delivery.

Sustainable Living

Apply tools and technologies to enhance urban living by managing environmental quality, irrigation, waste, energy, and water resources. This includes integrating smart home systems to improve energy efficiency, monitor devices and appliances, and create more sustainable, personalized, and eco-friendly living environments.

Points to be noted by the Participants:

Rule Book:

Track Structure

Phase 1: Call for Abstracts-1

This is the initial phase where the abstract submission is open to anyone interested in participating in the Special Track. The call for abstracts is announced globally, and participants can submit their abstracts through the submission portal available on the website. Phase 1 serves as the first opportunity for participants to showcase their ideas and concepts.

Phase 2: Call for Abstracts-2

Phase 2 is an extended call for abstract submissions. Teams that wish to extend their participation opportunity can do so by submitting their abstracts in this second phase. It also gives a chance for participants who did not advance to the next rounds in Phase 1 to reapply and take part in the competition.

Phase 3: Selection & Registration

Potential and innovative projects that are submitted in the first and second call for are selected for finals and the teams are intimated via mail.

Phase 4: Finale

Selected teams will present their project works before the jury during the finals. Evaluation will be carried out based on the criteria.

Timeline

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Call for Abstracts-1

20th January 2025

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Deadline for Abstract-1

17th February 2025

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Announcement of qualified abstracts

25th February 2025

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Call for Abstracts-2

25th February 2025

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Deadline for Abstract-2

12th April 2025

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Announcement of qualified abstracts

24th April 2025

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Prelims

To be updated

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Grand Finale

To be updated

For any Queries, please contact

  • Co - Chair 1

    Ms. Indhumathi Gunasekeran
    Co-Chair | Special Track
    Email ID: yesist12.specialtrack@gmail.com
    Phone No: +91 9442964170

  • Co - Chair 2

    Mr. Ian Chege
    Co - Chair | Special Track
    Email ID: muhuhu.ian@ieee.org
    Phone No : +254 717420815