Pioneering AI research for the urban technologies of tomorrow
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The Smart City Lab at NCAI is at the forefront of AI research for urban technologies.
Established as a specialized research initiative under the National Center for Artificial Intelligence, our lab focuses on developing innovative solutions for modern urban challenges through the application of cutting-edge AI technologies.
Our interdisciplinary team brings together experts from artificial intelligence, data science, urban planning, and engineering to create integrated approaches to smart city development.
From our humble beginnings to the ambitious future we're building
Inception of the Smart City Lab as a research unit within NCAI
Expansion to urban mobility and smart infrastructure research
Established international research partnerships
Launch of VisionDrive AI and SWAT Phase-I projects
We envision cities that are intelligent, responsive, and sustainable, where technology enhances the quality of life for all citizens while optimizing resource utilization.
Develop AI systems that make urban spaces adaptive, efficient, and citizen-centric
Connect academic research with practical smart city implementations
Bring together government, industry, and academia for innovation
Train the next generation of AI and smart city experts
Experts from diverse fields working together to build smarter cities
Machine learning experts developing urban AI solutions
Transforming urban data into actionable insights
Ensuring technology serves community needs
Building the physical-digital infrastructure
Proudly affiliated with leading institutions in research and education
The Smart City Lab is a core research unit under the National Center for Artificial Intelligence (NCAI), Pakistan's premier AI research and development institution. As part of NCAI, we benefit from a nationwide network of researchers, resources, and collaborations that enhance our research capabilities.
Our lab is physically located at MED University of Engineering & Technology, one of Pakistan's oldest and most respected engineering institutions. This strategic placement allows us to leverage the university's strong engineering foundation while focusing on advanced AI applications for urban environments.
Working together with leading organizations to advance smart city research and implementation