Funded Research Projects

BaatGPT — Indigenous Large Language Model with AGI Applications

BaatGPT large language model

NUST Flagship Project focused on the design and development of an indigenous BaatGPT model with Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) applications support. This initiative aims to create locally-developed language models tailored for regional languages and contexts.

Role: Principal Investigator Funded by: NUST

Avatar Bot — Telemedicine Robot for Remote Areas

Avatar Bot telemedicine robot

A tele-medicine robot designed to provide healthcare access to remote and underserved areas. This Final Year Project was funded by Ignite (National Technology Fund), aiming to bridge the healthcare divide through robotics and telepresence technology.

Role: Principal Investigator Funded by: Ignite Type: FYP

Haptic Feedback Manipulator for Surgery

Haptic feedback manipulator for surgery

Development of a haptic feedback-enabled robotic manipulator for surgical applications. This Final Year Project explored the integration of tactile feedback systems with robotic manipulators to enhance precision in surgical procedures.

Role: Principal Investigator Funded by: Ignite Type: FYP

One-Screen — Automatic Content Generation

Automatic Content Generation project

A collaborative project on automatic content generation, worth 10M PKR. The project explores AI-driven methods for automating the creation and curation of digital content at scale.

Role: Team Member PI: Dr. Aimal Rextin Status: In Progress

SmartSIM — Minimally Invasive Surgical Simulator

SmartSIM surgical simulator

A comprehensive minimally invasive surgical simulator worth 40M PKR, funded by the ICT R&D Fund. This project developed realistic simulation environments for training surgeons in laparoscopic and other minimally invasive procedures.

Role: Team Member PI: Dr. Osman Hasan Funded by: ICT R&D Fund 2011 – 2014