Advancing Research Through Industry Collaborations
Join us in pushing the boundaries of innovation through cutting-edge research projects and industry partnerships at the Dr. TMA Pai Endowment Chair.

01/About
Dr. TMA Pai Endowment Chair
An endowed chair at Manipal Academy of Higher Education dedicated to research at the intersection of intelligent systems, industrial transformation, and sustainable development — carried out hand in hand with industry and government partners.
Intelligent Technologies
Advanced digital systems including AI, machine learning, and smart automation that enable machines to learn, adapt, and make decisions.
Industry 4.0
The fourth industrial revolution with cyber-physical systems, IoT, and data-driven manufacturing for smarter industries.
Sustainability
Developing solutions that meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs.
Chair Holder
Dr. Manohara Pai M.M. →Institution
MIT, MAHE, Manipal
Mandate
Industry-collaborative research
02/Research
Current Projects
Ongoing investigations with industry partners — from generative AI for industrial automation to software qualimetry and threat analysis.
03/Archive
Completed Projects
Two decades of delivered research — spanning healthcare devices, connected vehicles, smart aquaculture, and industrial analytics.
04/Partners
Collaborators & Funding
Research at the chair is grounded in real problems — sponsored, co-developed, and deployed with global industry leaders and national funding agencies.
Government Agencies
Industry Partners
05/Events
Upcoming & Recent
7 eventsWorkshops, hackathons, CTFs, and panels that bring students and industry practitioners into the same room.
Ready to Join Our Research Community?
Apply now to participate in cutting-edge research projects and collaborate with industry leaders. Here is how it works:
Submit Application
Tell us about your background and the research areas you want to work in.
Review & Matching
The chair reviews your application and matches you with an active project.
Begin Research
Join the team, collaborate with industry mentors, and publish your work.






