NUST - SMME RISE Lab & Research Center

01/05/2026

AI for Agriculture - Pak-Japan Collaboration

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AI for Agriculture - Pak-Japan collaboration

01/02/2026

AI, Robotics and the Future of Smart Planning.

Click to watch Founder RISE lab and Chairman National Center of Artificial Intelligence - NCAI, Pakistan Prof. Dr. Yasar Ayaz in latest podcast with AI Geo Navigators

https://youtu.be/UyQq0tsETZ8?si=2exVi8y9P0rdt6fzeras

In this episode of the AI Geo Navigators Podcast, we dive into an engaging conversation with Prof. Dr. Yasar Ayaz, the leader of Pakistan’s National Center o...

31/01/2026

Pak-Japan Collaboration: AI Utilisation Seminar for JICA Projects
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To reap benefits of the recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Pakistan's National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) headquartered at NUST organised a joint seminar on AI utilisation for JICA Projects in Pakistan. It was attended by leading researchers working on major JICA projects in Pakistan as well as NCAI teams actively working on AI products being deployed at various levels. Representatives of Japanese embassy and other Japanese organisations in Pakistan also attended and contributed to strategy development for AI integration in JICA's projects aimed at improving outcomes and further enhancement of Japan - Pakistan collaboration.

To reap benefits of the recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Pakistan's National Center of Artif...

25/01/2026

AI Research Apprenticeship - Winter 2025-26
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Opening up the gateway to research, along with experience of latest AI technologies, the AI Research Apprenticeship Program 2025-26 brought together young AI enthusiasts from leading institutions at the NUST H-12 Islamabad campus for an immersive experience.

This intensive two-week winter camp was brought together by National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) and AI Hive. Designed for high school students who want to step into the world of AI-driven research and innovation, the program enabled participants with training on how to conduct AI-powered sectoral research, develop strategic insights, and produce actionable, real-world outputs, giving the students a powerful head start in the future of AI.

Opening up the gateway to research, along with experience of latest AI technologies, the AI Research Apprenticeship Program 2025-26 brought together young AI...

20/12/2025

US State Department Delegation visits NCAI
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US State Department delegation led by Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Sherry Keneson-Hall along with other senior members and senior representatives of the US Embassy in Islamabad visited Pakistan's National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI). The delegation was briefed on NCAI activities and Pakistan's AI landscape by Chairman NCAI & Founder RISE Lab Prof Dr Yasar Ayaz (Pride of Performance). Discussions centred around Pakistan - US collaborations in AI with a particular focus around education, digital learning, cultural affairs.

US State Department delegation led by Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Sherry Keneson-Hall along with other senior members and senior representatives of ...

15/12/2025

The AI Research Apprenticeship Program is an intensive two-week winter camp designed for high school students who want to step into the world of AI-driven research and innovation. This immersive experience teaches participants how to conduct AI-powered sectoral research, develop strategic insights, and produce actionable, real-world outputs.

Hosted by AI Hive, an NCAI spinoff actively working on national and international research, policy, and innovation initiatives, the program focuses on strategic thinking, sectoral depth, and global relevance — giving students a powerful head starts in the future of AI.

⏰Program Duration: Two Weeks (22ND December – 2nd January)

🧑🏻‍🎓🏫Open to individuals aged 16–24 from all academic backgrounds.

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Secure your seat through early pre-registration and unlock an exclusive discount!

Enroll now for just PKR 32,000 (Original Price: PKR 40,000)
Offer valid until: 20th December — Limited seats available!

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21/06/2025

Prof. Dr. Yasar Ayaz, Founder of NUST - SMME RISE Lab & Research Center and Chairman National Center of Artificial Intelligence - NCAI, Pakistan joined the graduation ceremony of Headstart Gulmohar Campus as Chief Guest.

29/05/2025

29/04/2025

Founder RISE Lab Prof. Dr. Yasar Ayaz hosting a high level visit of Sino International Entrepreneurs Federation (SIEF) to NCAI, NUST

16/04/2025

Executive Director and Chairman of China Mobile visits National Center of Artificial Intelligence - NCAI, Pakistan at NUST