Phonexa 1 minute read Phonexa 1 minute read Phonexa served as the First Place Sponsor of the ninth annual University of California Irvine Grad Slam competition, and Phonexa CEO Lilit Davtyan served as a judge for the prestigious event that was held on March 9 at the Edwards Lifesciences campus. Part of UCI’s Graduate Division, Grad Slam is a systemwide competition that showcases and awards the best three-minute research presentations by graduate scholars. The in-person competition not only highlights the excellence, importance, and relevance of UCI graduate scholars and their research, but it’s also designed to increase graduate students’ communication skills. In the competition, graduate students master the ability to effectively present their work with poise and confidence. It’s also an opportunity to share accomplishments with the campus, friends of UCI, the local community, and the broader public. Muhammad Twaha Ibrahim emerged as the UCI Grad Slam 2023 winner. Ibrahim’s presentation discussed how his computer vision algorithms can help surgeons work together both remotely and at the operating table. He was awarded a $6,000 check presented by Phonexa. “It was an honor for me, as well as Phonexa, to participate in this year’s Grad Slam event and award Muhammad Twaha Ibrahim with the first place prize,” said Davtyan. “The event was a resounding success, leaving participants inspired, connected, and eagerly looking forward to the future. Phonexa’s sponsorship of the event further underscores its commitment to supporting academic excellence and innovation.” Got Questions? Get in touch! We are available 24/7.
