Computing Student Research and InterLync Recognised at the Overt STEM Awards 2026

We are delighted to celebrate finalist nominations at the Overt STEM Awards 2026, recognising both outstanding student research and the impact of STEM enrichment activities. Jean D’Amour Kwizera (BSc Computing [AI and Robotics]) has been shortlisted in the AI Impact and STEM Research Excellence categories, while InterLync has been named a finalist for STEM Enrichment Initiative of the Year.

The recognition for Jean is based on his final-year project, Counterfeit Pill Verification Under Variable Imaging Conditions in Low-Resource Settings, supervised by Dr Nasir Ibrahim.

Jean’s project explores the use of artificial intelligence to verify the authenticity of medicines under variable imaging conditions, with a particular focus on low-resource settings. Addressing a significant global health challenge, the work demonstrates how innovative computing research can be applied to deliver practical solutions with the potential for real-world impact.

We are equally pleased to celebrate the success of InterLync, which has been shortlisted for STEM Enrichment Initiative of the Year. InterLync is a University of Buckingham student-led initiative that empower young creators to learn, build and shape the future. The finalist nomination recognises its contribution to widening participation in STEM and creating opportunities for young people to develop skills, confidence and connections.

These finalist nominations highlight the strength of our student research, academic mentorship and commitment to inspiring future generations of STEM innovators. They also reflect the impact that our students and staff are making beyond the classroom through research, outreach and community engagement.

Congratulations to Jean D’Amour Kwizera, Dr Nasir Ibrahim, and everyone involved with InterLync on this outstanding achievement. We wish them every success at the Overt STEM Awards 2026.