I-Shou University Wins Six Awards at 2026 Green Idea International Invention and Design Competition, Showcasing Cross-Disciplinary Innovation in AI and Smart Healthcare

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform healthcare and technology, the demand for professionals with cross-disciplinary expertise is growing rapidly. Faculty members and students from the College of Intelligent Science and Technology at I-Shou University (ISU) recently participated in the 2026 8th Green Idea International Invention and Design Competition, organized by the International Invention Association and hosted by Cheng Shiu University.

Competing against outstanding teams from Taiwan and abroad, ISU received six awards, including one Titanium Award, one Gold Medal, three Silver Medals, and one Bronze Medal. The winning projects highlight ISU’s strengths in cross-disciplinary integration, industry-academia collaboration, and innovative research, with applications spanning AI-powered healthcare, drone technology, intelligent sensing, and sustainable AI.

The award-winning projects were developed through collaboration among faculty members and students from the Department of Electrical Engineering and the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering. Their research addresses a diverse range of real-world challenges, including smart healthcare, disaster search and rescue, children’s vision screening, chronic kidney disease diagnosis, and Green AI. Several projects were also developed in collaboration with healthcare institutions, translating clinical needs into practical technological solutions through AI and interdisciplinary research.

AI Technology for Smarter and More Personalized Healthcare

The competition’s highest honor, the Titanium Award, went to the Privacy-Preserving AI-Assisted Diaper Rash Assessment System, jointly supervised by Professor San-Yuan Wang of the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering and Professor Jung-Ching Wu of the Department of Electrical Engineering.

The system combines edge computing and AI-based image recognition, enabling image analysis to be performed directly on the device while protecting user privacy and improving assessment efficie

New parents and frontline healthcare professionals often have difficulty determining the severity of diaper rash,” said Professor Wang. To address this need, the team developed a smartphone app-like intelligent assessment system that can rapidly classify the condition while providing care recommendations and reminders to seek medical attention. The system is designed to serve as a practical support tool for both parents and healthcare professionals.

Computer Science and Information Engineering student Chang Chen-Min, who participated in the project, noted that every stage of the development process—from data collection and AI model training to system integration—presented its own challenges. The recognition has further encouraged the team to continue exploring AI applications in healthcare.

The Smart Thermal Imaging Drone System, which received a Gold Medal, integrates thermal imaging, autonomous flight, intelligent obstacle avoidance, and wireless communication technologies. Designed for disaster-response scenarios, the system can help locate people trapped in hazardous environments and improve search-and-rescue efficiency.

 

Professor Ching-Min Lee, the project advisor, explained that the team aims to combine AI-enabled autonomous flight with contactless thermal imaging to reduce the risks faced by rescue personnel entering dangerous areas. The project demonstrates how intelligent drones can support disaster response while expanding the practical applications of AI and sensing technologies.

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Many graduates have gone on to work in Japan for leading companies such as TSMC Japan and UNIQLO. Moving forward, I-Shou University will continue expanding its partnerships with Japanese businesses and educational institutions to provide students with broader global learning opportunities and stronger career pathways.