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Source: Novosibirsk State University –
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Students Institute of Intelligent Robotics of Novosibirsk State University Nikita Zelenkov and Ilya Trushkin have developed an innovative system for interactively engaging participants at in-person events. Their project allows users to submit their photos via a Telegram bot, which, after moderation, are displayed on event screens, increasing audience engagement.
"This isn't just a photo display, but a way to draw attention to the stage and create dynamic interaction with the participants," noted Nikita Zelenkov. He added that the technology had already been successfully used at the Science Picnic held by NSU on September 1, with manual moderation.
The new development is fundamentally different from existing solutions, as it is a universal service for any event, rather than a custom project for a single occasion.
"We're the first to offer a mass service that can be used at sporting events, concerts, and youth events," emphasized Nikita Zelenkov.
The system simultaneously processes the photo queue, ensuring a smooth display of images. Currently, moderation is performed manually, but the team plans to implement an automated platform that will filter content for compliance with the law and the event's theme.
"The system will automatically filter out inappropriate photos, without the need for moderators," explained Nikita Zelenkov.
The project is designed to run even on the weakest servers; most of the software was written by the team itself, using some libraries for Telegram integration. The system is ready for deployment at events and is available as a paid service for organizers.
"Organizers pay for installation and launch, and users submit photos through the bot for free," Nikita explained.
The service's key audience is mass events with an active young audience, where a combination of entertainment and interaction is essential. The project team plans to simplify the service's use, allowing organizers to download and configure the program themselves, further automate the application's processes to improve the tool's efficiency, and expand its functionality and scope.
The project team is provided with consulting support by NSU Startup Studio.
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