NSRCEL Startups

NSRCEL-Incubated FUTR Studios Raises ₹1.25 Crores Led by 100X VC

FUTR Studios, India’s pioneering virtual human company incubated at NSRCEL, has raised ₹1.25 crores in a funding round led by 100X VC. Specializing in creating hyper-realistic virtual humans using advanced CGI and AI technology, FUTR Studios is behind ‘Kyra,’ India’s first virtual celebrity. This innovation offers brands novel strategies to engage their target audiences effectively. The company aims to revolutionize brand interactions by leveraging cutting-edge virtual human technology.


Award-Winning Hedrad Composite Panels: Pioneering Green Building Solutions

Hedrad Composite Panels, an initiative supported by the Women Start-up Program and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women, has earned national recognition in the ‘Green Building and Sustainability’ category from NAREDCO Mahi, the women’s wing of the National Real Estate Development Council.

Founded by Sangeetha Menon, Hedrad specializes in manufacturing lightweight, load-bearing composite panels that are over 95% eco-friendly. The company also focuses on designing and developing dismantlable buildings, furthering its commitment to sustainable construction practices.


Aeronero Solutions: Awarded ‘Innovator of the Year’ at World Health Assembly 2024

Aeronero Solutions has been honored with the ‘Innovator of the Year’ award at the World Health Assembly 2024, hosted by the Health Innovation Exchange (HIEx) in Geneva.

As a trailblazer in Air Water Generator technology, Aeronero uses biomimicry to extract water from the air, providing equitable and affordable access to safe drinking water in low-humidity regions. Founded by Durga Das, the venture is supported by Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women.


MildCares: Pioneering Uttar Pradesh’s First Sanitary Pad-Free Village

MildCares, a start-up from NSRCEL’s Emerging Consumer Brands program, has achieved a milestone by making Aminabad Urf Baragoan Uttar Pradesh’s first sanitary pad-free village with the successful adoption of its product, GynoCup.

Committed to revolutionizing menstrual hygiene management and promoting sustainability, MildCares offers innovative solutions for menstrual, intimate, and wellness hygiene. The company’s efforts are driving significant change in women’s health and hygiene practices.


Elizabeth Jean Thomas: Celebrated as One of YourStory’s ‘100 Emerging Women Leaders’ of 2024

Elizabeth Jean Thomas, Founder of PhonoLogix and a participant in NSRCEL’s Women Startup Program, has been honored as one of YourStory’s ‘100 Emerging Women Leaders’ of 2024.

PhonoLogix is transforming speech therapy and early intervention for children with communication challenges through its platform, Speech Ally. This innovative tool provides goals, over 1,000 activities, and more than 100 video tutorials, enabling parents to actively support their young children—some as young as one year old—in their speech development journey.


Preksha Kaparwan: Named One of YourStory’s ‘100 Emerging Women Leaders’ of 2024

Preksha Kaparwan, Co-founder of Super AI and a participant in NSRCEL’s Women Start-up Program, has been recognized as one of YourStory’s ‘100 Emerging Women Leaders’ of 2024.

This accolade celebrates women who are redefining leadership and making a profound impact in their fields. Super AI, Kaparwan’s innovative venture, is a Data Intelligence platform that generates AI-powered insights through simple questions, removing the need for complex database queries. By moving beyond traditional dashboards, Super AI is set to transform how businesses interact with data through advanced business science.