The first-place title went to RV College of Engineering for their project, "Cross-Paradigm Compression for Efficient AI." By merging spiking neural network dynamics with structured pruning, the team developed a method to reduce the compute requirements of deep learning models without sacrificing accuracy, a breakthrough for deploying AI in edge environments. MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology secured second place with "ResoScan," a portable, radiation-free diagnostic system that identifies tissue changes through vibration analysis. The third-place honor returned to RV College of Engineering for a security gateway designed to protect large language models using post-quantum cryptography.
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Indian Engineering Students Win 17th Unisys Innovation Program
More than 27,000 students competed in the 17th Unisys Innovation Program, a contest bridging the gap between academic theory and industry application. Three teams emerged as leaders, presenting novel solutions for AI efficiency, medical diagnostics, and enterprise security during the program's final ceremony in India.
Chris Arrasmith, chief operating officer of Unisys, noted that the program prepares students for the rapid transition from conceptual ideas to business impact. The winners were selected by a panel of industry experts based on technical excellence and feasibility. Lalithanand Moses, managing director of Unisys in India, emphasized that the competition aims to transform students into problem-solvers capable of applying technical skills to real-world challenges. Since its inception in 2009, the program has served as a platform for engineering students across India to refine their capabilities alongside industry professionals.
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