NeuroChess wins Rep. Mark DeSaulnier’s 2024 Congressional App Challenge in California’s 10th District

When asked what inspired the creation of NeuroChess, the students said, “The inspiration for Neurochess came from witnessing a close friend’s struggles with ADHD. As a team, we saw firsthand how challenging it was for them to maintain focus and engage in tasks that required sustained attention.

Chess is a game of patience, foresight, and strategy, which can be challenging for individuals with ADHD. However, it also offers a structured environment that encourages focus and discipline, making it an ideal tool for improving these skills. Through Neurochess, we want to offer a platform where chess becomes a way of nurturing attention and cognitive growth. 

Neurochess goes beyond simply playing chess. Our neural AI feature offers personalized predictions and insights, which help users better understand the game while improving their focus and decision-making abilities. Additionally, our instructional videos allow users to learn tactics at their own pace, reinforcing the habits of patience and strategic thinking that can benefit those with ADHD.

Since launching the site, it has received over 1,000 visits, and the feedback from users has been incredibly encouraging. Seeing how they engage with both the AI predictions and video content confirms that Neurochess is making a meaningful impact. It’s helping users improve their attention and cognitive agility. What began as a project inspired by a friend’s experience with ADHD has now become a platform that empowers individuals to unlock their potential through chess. As a team, we are proud to be making a difference and excited to continue building on this mission.”