INNOVATION AND INCUBATION CENTRE (IIC)

Transforming the Future through Training, Research, and Innovation

Mission

To transform the future through cutting-edge research, industry collaboration, and incubation of innovative startups, while empowering the next generation of technology leaders.

The Innovation and Incubation Centre (IIC) at Al-Ghazali University's School of Technology (GU-TECH), led by a team of qualified AI scientists and professionals, is a hub for cutting-edge research, industry collaboration, and startup development. The IIC is dedicated to transforming the future through AI innovation, training, and industry-focused solutions. Our core focus areas include: AI, Cybersecurity, Fin-Tech, and Healthcare.

Introduction:

IIC provides a collaborative platform where startups, students, and industry professionals converge to tackle real-world challenges. Through Cohort programs, such as the Leap Innovation Challenge, selected startups receive mentorship, incubation, and industry exposure. The IIC has hosted high-impact sessions with CEOs, cybersecurity experts, and global thought leaders.

With MoUs signed with top software houses and organizations like Indus Hospital Network, The Agha Khan University (AKU), Threat Cure, KPMG, Geeks of Kolachi, and others, the IIC has built a robust partner network that offers mutual benefits—ranging from AI consultancy services to training opportunities and student placements.

Our active projects span healthcare, cybersecurity, computer vision, and neurosurgery, supported by expertise in LLMs, Generative AI, Knowledge Graphs, IoT, and more. The IIC continues to nurture tech startups, equipping them with essential training, mentorship, and access to industry resources, preparing them to become future Tech leaders in AI and innovation.

Feature AreaDescriptionMulti-sector FocusAI, healthcare, cybersecurity, fintech – all in one hubCohort ProgramsVenture incubation sessions attracting early-stage startupsIndustry PartnershipsMoUs with firms for research, project funding, and placementsConsultancy & R&DProviding AI/security expertise to external partnersStudent BenefitsTraining, hackathons, mentoring through structured programs

Services and Offerings

Startup Incubation & Mentoring
Through structured Cohort programs, IIC provides selected startups with mentoring, networking, training, and incubation support.
AI Consultancy & Industry Collaboration
IIC has signed MoUs with renowned software houses, hospitals, Cybersecurity Companies, Fin-Tech Companies, and other corporate organizations to offer AI consultancy while securing student internships, training, and collaborative R&D opportunities.
Training & Workshops
Technical and entrepreneurial training sessions, expert talks, and industry-driven workshops are regularly conducted to nurture critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills.
Hackathons – IIC organizes competitive innovation events (hackathons) to inspire students and startups to solve real-world problems creatively under time constraints.
Partner Network
Through its growing network of MoU partners, IIC offers access to resources, domain experts, career opportunities, & joint development projects.

Industry Linkages

These partnerships enable mutual growth—partners gain access to AI solutions, while our students gain real-world exposure and industry relevance. (all thes icons must be combined at one place )

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