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With 20% of the global population being neurodiverse, it’s surprising that there isn’t a single echo focusing on their actual learning needs and gaps. Yet, investors often perceive this as a CSR domain rather than an investable market.

Inclusive solutions are only possible when the idea, impact, and investment are aligned. Even NEMA AI has faced multiple challenges in raising funds, making an impact, and after a year in the paid market and recurring customers, we can confidently say that our solution is necessary, and investment will follow suit.

In education, the quest for inclusive and effective learning solutions has been an ongoing challenge. NEMA AI emerges as a beacon of innovation, revolutionising the way we identify and address the diverse needs of learners, particularly those with neurodiverse conditions like ADHD, Autism, and Down syndrome.

At its heart lies a revolutionary technology that harnesses the power of EEG scans to capture brain waves and uncover individual strengths and weaknesses in just five to 15 minutes. This groundbreaking approach empowers special educators to pinpoint precise learning gaps and cognitive levels, enabling tailored support for neurodiverse students and beyond.

NEMA AI is also broadening its narrative beyond neurodiversity to encompass learners of all backgrounds and abilities. By shifting the focus from neurodiverse individuals to all learners, NEMA AI aims to highlight its universal applicability in identifying and addressing learning gaps across diverse settings, including schools, colleges, and corporations.

This inclusive approach not only underscores the organisation’s commitment to serving a wider audience but also emphasises its role in promoting holistic learning and well-being for all individuals. Whether it’s enhancing attention and cognitive abilities for neurodiverse learners or accelerating learning outcomes for mainstream students, NEMA AI’s personalised solutions offer a pathway to success while prioritising mental health and overall wellness.

While the impact of NEMA AI has been profound, with an average growth rate of 12-30% observed across hundreds of individuals, the journey has not been without its challenges. One of the primary obstacles is the need to foster awareness and acceptance of inclusive and holistic learning methods in both neurodiverse and neurotypical educational settings.

To tackle this challenge head-on, NEMA AI adopted a community-driven approach, offering free demos to build trust and showcase its capabilities across India. Despite initial skepticism from investors who viewed neurodiversity-focused initiatives as solely benefiting from corporate social responsibility, it remained steadfast in its mission to create a meaningful impact.

While the journey began with a focus on neurodiverse learners, the imperative to expand into other sectors quickly became apparent due to the broader challenge of awareness and acceptance. With its versatile solution capable of guiding individuals across multiple areas, NEMA AI holds the potential to accelerate learning and empower millions of lives across sectors like schools, colleges and corporations through a personalised customer insight platform.

As NEMA AI continues to navigate challenges and pioneer inclusive learning solutions, it stands as a testament to the power of innovation and perseverance in transforming education for the betterment of all learners.

Cohort 12 of NetApp Excellerator

NEMA AI recently graduated from the latest cohort of the NetApp Excellerator Program. The AI platform received mentorship and networking opportunities with potential clients and collaborators. NEMA AI also received support in navigating the cybersecurity landscape after joining the cohort. 

NetApp played a crucial role in aiding NEMA AI to connect with the right mentor at the right time while providing an in-depth analysis of what has to be done before scaling up. As a technology accelerator program, NetApp Excellerator aided the AI platform in understanding the requisite scale within today’s tech ecosystem.

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