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Datalex and DCU Collaboration: Celebrating Excellence in Computer Science

Datalex, a leading provider of airline retail technology, has once again collaborated with the DCU School of Computing to foster innovation and recognise top-performing students. This collaboration has resulted in the establishment of three prestigious academic prizes, highlighting the institution's commitment to nurturing the next generation of digital pioneers.

The first-year Digital Innovation Management & Enterprise project, valued at €2,500, was awarded to six highly talented students: Zarish Khan, David Farrell, Rohail Khan, Krishna Nandipaty, Wael Raseem Osmani, and William Bennett. This recognition not only celebrates their academic excellence but also underscores the growing importance of digital innovation within the airline industry and beyond.

Building upon this success, Datalex also awarded a third-year 'Best Computer Science Project' prize, valued at €1,000. Niamh Gowran and Kevin Tomescu were the recipients of this accolade for their work on 'Computer and Service Health Analysis,' a project that showcases the remarkable capabilities of DCU's Computer Science program and its ability to produce innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of the digital landscape. 

Additionally, four more Computer Science students won a prize for their outstanding group work. Gareth Hogan, Patricija Shalkauskaite, Martin Derwin, Mengte Zhu were the recipients of this award for a project they carried out, under the supervision of Dr Paul Clarke from the School of Computing.

This collaborative initiative between Datalex and the DCU School of Computing exemplifies the power of industry-academia partnerships in driving progress and fostering an environment that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and technical expertise. Congratulations to the recipients of these awards.