Industry Innovation

Transforming research into impact through startup incubation, venture acceleration, and tech transfer partnerships.

Startup Incubation & Acceleration

Supporting visionary founders to turn ideas into impactful, market-ready AI ventures.

DIYO.AI

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Originating from NAAMII’s research ecosystem, DIYO.AI develops text-to-speech, speech-to-text, and conversational AI systems, advancing linguistic equity and accessibility in Nepali and beyond.

NHU.AI

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Emerging from NAAMII’s work in computer vision and 3D reconstruction, NHU AI is building Captures Studio, a Gaussian Splatting-based platform for web-based virtual experiences in real estate and hospitality.

Tangible Careers

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Growing out of NAAMII’s workforce ecosystem, Tangible is building an AI-powered workforce development platform that maps competencies to performance, streamlining hiring and enabling verified career growth.

AI R&D Services

Collaborating with industry and research partners to  translate cutting-edge AI into solutions to high-impact challenges.

GE Healthcare (US) – AI Obstetric Ultrasound for Midwives

2024–Ongoing

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NAAMII provided expert supervision and technical R&D support to enhance Transcad’s robotics and transportation technology. Over six months, we optimized algorithms for 3D reconstruction and visual SLAM, advancing autonomous navigation capabilities and system perception.

FIISC & University of La Laguna – Maternal-Fetal Genomics

2025

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NAAMII applied multimodal and federated learning to study how maternal diabetes affects fetal neurodevelopment. Our work combined AI with genome-wide methylation data to advance computational genomics, support early intervention research, and build local AI research capacity.

Planning Logic LLC – AI Surgical Decision Support

2025–2028

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NAAMII developed AI tools for predictive analytics, segmentation, and surgical decision support. Our work included full-stack model development, backend integration, and performance optimization to enhance orthopedic care platforms.

Base Gene Therapeutics Ltd (UK) – Federated & Multimodal AI in Genomics

2023–2024

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NAAMII led research on federated and multimodal learning to analyze genomic data across distributed sources securely. Our contributions included novel algorithm development for privacy-preserving AI, enabling more accurate and ethical genomic research. 

Featured Highlights

NAAMII Welcomes Ms. Sandhya Sitoula as New Executive Director
March 8, 2026
NAAMII Welcomes Ms. Sandhya Sitoula as New Executive Director
NAAMII enters a new chapter with the appointment of Ms. Sandhya Sitoula as its new Executive Director, marking a significant milestone in the institute’s continued journey of advancing AI research, collaboration and innovation in Nepal. On International Women’s Day, NAAMII announced Ms. Sandhya Sitoula as its new Executive Director. Having served for two years as a member of NAAMII’s Board of Directors, Ms. Sitoula brings experience from diverse fields including law, human rights and social justice. Her interdisciplinary background brings a valuable perspective to NAAMII’s work, strengthening
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NAAMII Rebrands : A Rebrand Reflecting Growth, Vision, and Impact
January 30, 2026
NAAMII Rebrands : A Rebrand Reflecting Growth, Vision, and Impact
Over the past eight years, NAAMII has grown into a multidisciplinary AI center of excellence with mission to advancing AI research with global collaborations and real-world impact. Along the way, our work has expanded in research depth, computational infrastructure, partnerships, and the communities we engage with. As we celebrate 8 years of NAAMII, we are excited to introduce our new brand identity. This refreshed identity reflects how the institute has evolved while remaining grounded in the same core mission: advancing rigorous AI research, nurturing technical talent, and contributing knowl
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NAAMII for Scaling Innovations and Building Nepal’s AI Talent Ecosystem
January 10, 2026
NAAMII for Scaling Innovations and Building Nepal’s AI Talent Ecosystem
  As part of the Annual Nepal AI School (ANAIS) 2025 , NAAMII hosted the Scaling Innovations Dialogue in collaboration with Aadyanta Advisory, the U.S. Embassy in Nepal, and Tangible Careers . The dialogue brought together researchers, innovators, educators and industry leaders to discuss the future of AI skilling and innovation in Nepal. Key discussions focused on Nepal’s transition from AI consumption to AI creation by strengthening research capabilities, industry connections and startup pathways. Speakers also highlighted the opportunity to build an “Innovation Factory” ecosystem where
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Bringing together banking leaders, researchers, and policymakers to shape an AI-ready financial ecosystem
January 1, 2026
Bringing together banking leaders, researchers, and policymakers to shape an AI-ready financial ecosystem
  NAAMII convened a high-level leadership dialogue bringing together Chairpersons, CEOs, and IT leaders from Nepal’s banking sector alongside distinguished professors visiting Nepal for the Annual Nepal AI School (ANAIS) 2025. Together with Drucker Leadership Academy and Tangible Careers (NAAMII Incubated Startup), we hosted the Conclave on The Future of Leadership in the Post-AI World, focused on leadership readiness, workforce transformation, and governance in Nepal’s financial system. The conclave was inaugurated by Bam Bahadur Mishra , Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank, who undersc
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