Global technology solutions company Unisys has announced the winners of the 17th edition of the Unisys Innovation Program (UIP), recognising engineering students across India for developing innovative technology solutions with real-world applications. The annual competition, launched in 2009, aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry requirements by giving students hands-on experience in solving practical challenges.
This year’s competition witnessed an overwhelming response, attracting more than 27,000 registrations and 4,487 project submissions across six technology themes. Participants presented ideas focused on emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, healthcare innovation and cybersecurity.
The first prize was awarded to RV College of Engineering for its project, “Cross-Paradigm Compression for Efficient AI.” The project combines spiking neural network dynamics with structured pruning techniques to reduce the computing power required by deep learning models while maintaining their accuracy. The innovation aims to make artificial intelligence more efficient and cost-effective for deployment across edge devices and enterprise environments.
The second prize went to MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology for its project, “ResoScan.” The team developed a portable, radiation-free diagnostic system that analyses tissue vibrations to detect changes in tissue characteristics. The technology is designed to improve access to affordable medical diagnostics across multiple healthcare specialities.
The third prize was also secured by RV College of Engineering for its project, “An Intelligent Risk-Adaptive Governance Framework and Security Gateway for Secure LLM Interactions.” The solution introduces a multi-layered security gateway that combines artificial intelligence with post-quantum cryptography to protect sensitive information and enable safer enterprise use of large language models (LLMs).
Speaking about the programme, Chris Arrasmith, Chief Operating Officer of Unisys, said innovation today requires talent capable of transforming ideas into practical solutions at speed. He noted that the programme gives students an opportunity not only to experiment with new technologies but also to apply them in ways that reflect the evolving needs of businesses and the future workforce.
The winning teams were selected by a panel of judges based on several criteria, including technical excellence, creativity, feasibility and the potential real-world impact of their projects. During the final round, shortlisted teams presented their innovations before industry leaders, academic experts and representatives from leading analyst firms, providing participants with valuable exposure to professional feedback and industry perspectives.
Lalithanand Moses, Vice President and Managing Director of Unisys in India, said the programme is designed to help students build confidence, strengthen collaboration and transform innovative ideas into practical solutions. He added that UIP has consistently encouraged participants to enhance both their technical and problem-solving skills, preparing them for future careers in the technology sector.
Since its launch in 2009, the Unisys Innovation Program has served as a platform for engineering students studying computer science, information technology and related disciplines across India. The month-long competition combines technical learning with real-world challenges, allowing students to work alongside industry experts while gaining practical experience beyond the classroom.
By encouraging innovation in areas such as artificial intelligence, healthcare and cybersecurity, the programme continues to support the development of future-ready engineers capable of addressing complex global challenges through technology.
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