AI for Life Sciences Challenge
Rethinking Clincal trails with AI & Agents
Challenge Overview
Clinical trials are the backbone of life sciences innovation — yet they remain complex, costly, and time-consuming. The Hexaware Innovation Challenge aims to change that. This use-case-driven hackathon invites startups and research innovators to develop Agentic AI solutions that can redefine how clinical trials are designed, monitored, and scaled.
By combining deep-tech innovation, clinical and enterprise-grade challenges, the initiative offers a unique platform to fast-track breakthroughs in clinical research workflows.
Over a month-long program, selected participants will work on real-world problem statements with access to Hexaware and IIITH’s ecosystem predominantly technical mentorship, clinical datasets, and expert guidance — culminating in a high-impact Innovation Immersion Day, where finalists will showcase their prototypes to industry leaders and stakeholders.
Challenge Target Group
Innovators working at the intersection of life sciences and AI including startups, research and corporate groups, students, and faculty — building solutions for clinical trials, pharmaceutical research, or enterprise healthcare systems. Focus areas include HealthTech, MedCare, Clinical AI, and Enterprise AI applied to real-world challenges in the life sciences ecosystem.
Focus Areas
We are seeking intelligent AI-agent-based solutions that address critical pain points across the clinical trial lifecycle:
- Data Management Assistant Agent: Automate protocol-driven specifications, EDC and external data monitoring, and reconciliation
- Central Monitoring Agent: Enable real-time, risk-based oversight across study sites
- CDISC + TLF Automation Agent: Streamline data mapping and analytics output for regulatory submissions
- CSR Automation Agent: Support automated clinical study reporting and digital review processes
Why Apply?
- ₹8 Lakh PoC Grant for the winning solution
- Access to real clinical data & Hexaware’s engineering support
- Mentorship from IIITH faculty & industry experts
- Showcase to healthcare & enterprise stakeholders
- Opportunity for co-development with Hexaware
Challenge Structure
The program is divided into four progressive phases designed to support the journey from discovery to deployment.
The Hexaware–IIITH Innovation Challenge unfolds across four phases, from discovery to deployment. It begins with a call for applications, followed by expert screening and shortlisting of promising Startups, Research and Corporate groups. In the second phase, selected teams receive mentorship, refine solutions, and align with clinical use cases. The third phase, Innovation Day, features final pitches, panels, networking, and PoC grant announcements. The final phase enables co-development with Hexaware, ongoing mentoring, and pathways to pilot and enterprise deployment.
Important Dates
Challenge Application Deadline- 25th Aug 2025
Hackathon Finale- 18th September 2025 @ IIITH
Join the Challenge
If you’re building the future of healthcare with intelligent AI agents, this is your platform to test, validate, and scale your solutions.
For updates and queries:
incubation@iiit.ac.in | www.cie.iiit.ac.in
