Teams

Aero and Astro Engineering Education (AAEE)

We are an EPICS team partnered with Purdue Space Day, Imagination Station, and Purdue's School of Aero and Astro Engineering. The goal of our projects is to educate others about different aspects Aero and Astro Engineering.

Aeronautics and Astronautics Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Wednesday Art and Design

Assistive Technology (AT)

Our mission is to design and develop devices that assist caregivers and improve health care delivery.

Biomedical Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Management Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Tuesday Pharmacy Electrical and Computer Engineering

Biomedical Engineering (BME)

The EPICS BME team is partnered with the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering to develop community-centered design projects with biomedical engineering applications.

Biomedical Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Wednesday Computer Science

Camp Riley (CR)

The Camp Riley team works with the Bradford Woods Camp Riley summer camp and Agape Riding in Greenfield, Indiana. We aim to positively affect the participants at Camp Riley and Agape by providing quality tools to facilitate the participants' learning and development.

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Charles and Anna Mae Miller

Agricultural and Biological Engineering Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Tuesday

Childcare Design Solutions (CDS)

We are a multidisciplinary group of students involved in the EPICS program at Purdue University. Our mission is to provide innovative and practical solutions to issues faced by the Wabash Landing Right Steps Child Development Center. Right Steps is a daycare facility affialiated with United Way. Their mission is to provide and advocate for quality child care and early education in efforts to improve the overall well-being of the community.

Civil Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Thursday Art and Design

Children's Educational Demonstrations (CED)

Our mission is to design and create interactive models of science to engage individuals ages 10 and up and to teach about the science that propels our society forward. We hope to help motivate children to ask questions about science, to stimulate their minds, and get them interested in science as a whole. Our team is partnered with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Art and Design Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Tuesday

Columbian Park Zoo (ZOO)

EPICS ZOO is based out of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. We work in collaboration with the Columbian Park Zoo of the Greater Lafayette Area to design and create devices that enriching to the zoo's animals, staff, and visitors.

Agriculture Agricultural and Biological Engineering Art and Design Biomedical Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Thursday

Conservation (CONSERVATION)

Partnered with NICHES Land Trust to design solutions to protect, restore, and sustain Indiana's ecosystems and offering education, appreciation and enjoyment for current and future generations.

Friday Agricultural and Biological Engineering Agriculture Civil Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Environmental and Ecological Engineering Management Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Polytechnic

Purdue ASME Student Chapter (ASME)

he EPICS ASME team is a design team affiliated with the Purdue chapter of ASME. Our team is developing an automated, low-cost, and high-yield hydroponic system to be implemented in community centers in Indiana through our partners at the Marion County Farm Bureau (MCFB). Our project aims to address and help address the issues of food-insecurity and food-deserts that exist in these communities by growing fresh produce that may not be available in those areas.

Mechanical Engineering Tuesday Agricultural and Biological Engineering Agriculture Environmental and Ecological Engineering Management Multidisciplinary Engineering Polytechnic Science

Creating Accessible Racing (CAR)

Design and build two person vehicles such as those used at the Challenger Division of the Soap Box Derby to accommodate a driver and a child with special needs.

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Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Management Thursday Polytechnic Aeronautics and Astronautics

Database and Innovative Software for the Community (DISC)

Create database applications and innovative solutions to help not for profit, educational, and service agencies.

Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Management Polytechnic Science Wednesday

Deaf Kids Code (DKC)

Our goal is to create innovative solutions to unique problems that the Deaf community faces. We aim to serve a purpose and use our skills as engineers, problem-solvers, and university students to fill a need. We come from many disciplines, but we all have a passion for what we do and are driven to provide these services.

Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Friday

Designing for Playing and Learning (PLAY)

The EPICS PLAY Team strives to create interactive toys that will encourage a love of learning through positive reinforcement. We want to improve and further enhance the experience of everyone who enters the building, contribute to children's growth, and continue to develop and strengthen skillsets. With the current team, we have been working on four main projects: Bubble Tube, Backyard, Memory Game, K-3 Curriculum.

Wednesday Art and Design Education Health and Human Sciences Agricultural and Biological Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Liberal Arts Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Polytechnic Science

Ed Tech Africa (EdTech)

Our mission is to develop educational software to spread literacy to all children in Nigeria. 13.2 million children are out of school. 70% of children aged 10 cannot read or write. We plan to develop ways for these children, many of which lack a consistent internet connection, to be able to learn independently. We want to provide these children quality education that may lead them to better futures. Our solution will be non-internet based, personalized learning with data free access and adaptable to local curriculums and dialects.

Tuesday Computer Science Education Electrical and Computer Engineering Industrial Engineering Management Multidisciplinary Engineering Polytechnic

Electric Vehicle Event Infrastructure (EVEI)

The EVEI team is working on the development of an electric remote-controlled go-kart. We are determined to spark a passion for engineering amongst high schoolers and inspire the next generation of engineers.

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Aeronautics and Astronautics Chemical Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Polytechnic Science Thursday

Engineers Without Borders (EWB)

Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Purdue University Chapter is a student chapter of Engineers Without Borders USA, which is an organization that partners with communities around the world to meet their basic human needs. EWB-USA strives to build a better world and develop leaders through sustainable engineering projects. There are over 200 EWB-USA chapters all across the United States, made up of both students and professionals!

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Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Wednesday

Environmental Justice, Access, and Education (EJAE)

The EJAE, or Environmental Justice, Access, and Education, team partners with nonprofits working in underserved communities to address needs related to the environment and education.

Wednesday Agricultural and Biological Engineering Agriculture Art and Design Civil Engineering Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Liberal Arts Management Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Science

Global Active Problem Solving (GAPS)

Developing alternative energy solutions to provide power to remote villages in rural areas. GAPS is currently working with partners in Brazil and Haiti with a focus on solar energy.

Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Wednesday

Global Air Quality Trekkers (GAQT)

The Global Air Quality Trekkers (GAQT) team is a part of Purdue's Engineering Projects in Community Service (EPICS) program and Innovation for International Development (I2D) Lab. GAQT is an interdisciplinary team of undergraduate engineering, science, and environmental health students.

Agricultural and Biological Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Friday

Greater Lafayette Area Special Services (GLASS)

Develop hardware, electromechanical and software solutions which enable students with disabilities ages 3 to 21 to function more independently and to enjoy a better quality of life. This includes projects aimed to accomplish daily living tasks, assist with communication, or to help participate in educational or recreational activities. Technologies: electronics, computer controls, software development, electromechanical systems, motors, structures, and actuators.

Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Tuesday Art and Design

GreenCampus (Green)

Sustainability and environmental awareness are key values that we at EPICS Green Campus hold within our work on the Green Wall Project and the Smart Dumpster Project. At EPICS Green Campus, our goal is to promote a clean and more environmentally conscious place on campus.

Tuesday Agricultural and Biological Engineering Agriculture Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Management Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Polytechnic

Habitat for Humanity (HFH)

The EPICS-HFH team works with both national and international levels of Habitat for Humanity: Lafayette, State of Indiana, and International Headquarters.

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Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Management Polytechnic Science Thursday Liberal Arts

Harnessing Data Revolution (HDR)

This team will be focusing on building capacity for harnessing the data revolution at the local, state, and national levels to help unleash the power of date in the service of science and society. The EPICS HDR team is currently working on creating an interactive dashboard for the Standing Rock tribe that displays climate data. There are two sub-teams: the data team and the dashboard team. The data team focuses on creating the Python visualizations while the dashboard teams focuses on integrating the visualizations into an interactive website.

Tuesday Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Polytechnic

Imagination Station (IS)

EPICS IS designs and builds interactive exhibits for our project partner Imagination Station using technologies that would invoke their curiosity in science. The mission of Imagination Station is to promote Science, Technology, and Mathematics amongst early age students (elementary school and younger). EPICS IS has supported this effort by delivering many exhibits to Imagination Station in the last 20 years. We are pleased to have this partnership with Imagination Station.

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Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Art and Design Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Wednesday

India (India)

The INDIA team collaborates with EPICS university teams in India to address problems in communities there. The team currently works with students from VIT Vellore and the community partners are farmers in the Javadi Hills in Tamil Nadu.

Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Friday

Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI)

Students in this project-based design course will solve a real-world problem by developing iOS apps, mechanical tools, and associated interfaces for teaching mathematical concepts to blind and visually impaired students.

Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Friday

Indiana School for the Deaf (ISD)

Design projects to help the patients at the M. D. Steer Audiology Clinic (adaptive hearing device, sound level meters, or the clinicians) or support teaching of students.

Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Wednesday

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum (Speedway)

Design projects, interactive exhibits, and displays for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum that will relate STE to auto racing.

Wednesday

Information Management Systems (IMS)

This team is currently working on a portal that will connect the people of Purdue to the community via the web. It will serve as a means through which the community will be better able to connect with the resources of Purdue and all of the valuable clubs and service learning opportunities available.

Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Management Polytechnic Thursday

Lakota (LAKOTA)

Purdue and South Dakota School of Mines team up to work with the Technology and Oglala Lakota College on Pine Ridge in South Dakota.

Agriculture Agricultural and Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Friday

Medical Design Projects (MED)

Designing technology to support medical professionals in a clinical setting and medical education in the community.

Thursday

Mobility (MOBI)

Development of technology to assist in human mobility.

Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Art and Design Tuesday

MSE Bronze (MSE)

Team evaluates materials and engineering processes to fabricate artisan items

Chemical Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Management Polytechnic Science Liberal Arts Art and Design Tuesday

NABL (NABL)

Partnering with Grants House to create accessibility solutions for individuals with disabilities in Greater Lafayette.

Thursday Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Management Polytechnic Science

Natural Disaster Preparedness (NDP)

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Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Thursday

Neighborhood Sustainability (NS)

This team will partner with City of Lafayette to develop strategies to enhance neighborhood sustainability, especially for homes and neighborhoods for people with lower incomes.

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Agriculture Agricultural and Biological Engineering Civil Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Friday

Pets in Action With Shelters (PAWS)

This team will be working with the area shelters to assist in the adoption of animals by using technology.

Agriculture Agricultural and Biological Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Tuesday

Pharmacy (PHARM)

This team will work on design and production of various projects to aid the Purdue University Pharmacy.

Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Friday

Scan (SCAN)

Design of tracking systems, such as tracking bicycle and pedestrian traffic using RFID technology.

Wednesday

Urban Farm (UF)

Increasing the availability of fresh produce in an urban food desert by developing rooftop gardens with Peace Farms in Gary, Indiana.

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Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Thursday

Wabash Center (WC)

The WC team designs and develops devices that enable new tasks or enhance the productivity, safety, and efficiency of WC employees, many of whom have disabilities.

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Civil Engineering Education Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Health and Human Sciences Polytechnic Friday

Water Resources Management (WRM)

Water Resource Management is a team focused on environmental projects with specific applications for water. WRM uses a multidisciplinary approach to manage environmental projects that ties into local communities through natural resource management.

Agriculture Agricultural and Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Environmental and Ecological Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Management Science Friday

WIEP Outreach (WIEP)

Partnered with Purdue's Women in Engineering Program to provide education and outreach for middle school students to introduce them to engineering.

Wednesday Agriculture Aeronautics and Astronautics Agricultural and Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Nuclear Engineering Health and Human Sciences Liberal Arts Management Pharmacy Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Art and Design Biomedical Engineering

Wolf Park (WOLF)

Working at Wolf Park to design a fox enclosure and develop educational displays for their education center.

Agriculture Agricultural and Biological Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Education Environmental and Ecological Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Multidisciplinary Engineering Liberal Arts Management Polytechnic Science Veterinary Medicine Friday

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