Applied research
Turning emerging AI knowledge into practical solutions, prototypes, publications, and intellectual property.
Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Centre for Knowledge Artificial Intelligence, Learning and Automation.
Advancing applied AI through research, innovation, talent development, industry collaboration, and intelligent automation.
About us
Intelligence
in action.
KAiLA is UniKL's centre for applied artificial intelligence, bringing research, learning, automation, and industry needs into one collaborative ecosystem.
Future-ready talent
Building capability through professional training, micro-credentials, student projects, and industry exposure.
Industry impact
Working with partners to solve real challenges through responsible AI, consultancy, and commercialisation.
The KAiLA identity
Knowledge that learns. Intelligence that delivers.
Our identity reflects the meeting point of human imagination and intelligent technology—grounded in UniKL's commitment to technical excellence and shaped for Malaysia's digital future.
Artificial IntelligenceLearningAutomationIndustry 4.0
Organisation chart
How KAiLA
works together.
Our structure connects strategic leadership with research, operations, technical delivery, and meaningful impact.
Director
Strategy · Governance · PartnershipsProvides strategic leadership, drives partnerships, secures funding, and oversees the centre's growth towards becoming an AI research institute.
Deputy Director
Research · Innovation · Programme DevelopmentPosition to be established in Year 2
Oversees research initiatives, AI roadmap, training programmes, consultancy projects, publications, and micro-credentials development.
AI Research & Technology Specialist
Research & Technology- Leads AI research and innovation
- Develops AI solutions and prototypes
- Drives publications and IP creation
- Provides technical expertise and training
Senior Executive
Operations & Business Development- Manages operations and administration
- Handles finance, procurement, and reporting
- Drives business development
- Coordinates events and marketing
Technician
Technical Support & Lab Operations- Supports AI lab and technical operations
- Maintains hardware and software
- Assists prototype testing and deployment
- Provides training and project support
Our services
Expertise turned
into action.
KAiLA brings research, talent development, and industry engagement together to help organisations and communities adopt AI responsibly.
01
AI Research & R&D
Create · Innovate · Publish- Advanced AI research
- Prototyping and product development
- Grants and collaborations
- Publications and IP
02
Training & Talent Development
Educate · Empower · Excel- AI training and certifications
- Micro-credentials and short courses
- Student projects and competitions
- Talent pipeline for industry
03
Consultancy & Commercialisation
Collaborate · Solve · Commercialise- Industry consultancy and advisory
- AI solutions for real-world problems
- Technology transfer
- Strategic industry partnerships
Centre of Excellence
Expertise that
moves AI forward.
KAiLA connects academic excellence, advanced technology, and industry collaboration to build responsible AI capabilities with measurable impact.
Malaysia · Korea Collaboration
Malaysia Korea Artificial Intelligence Ambient Assisted Living
Advancing human-centred AI and smart environments that support independent living, proactive care, safety, and wellbeing.
Intelligent Industry
Digital Twin
Connecting physical systems with real-time virtual models to improve design, simulation, monitoring, and industrial decision-making.
Secure Digital Future
Cyber Security
Strengthening digital resilience through threat intelligence, secure systems, cyber defence research, professional training, and industry collaboration.
Creative Technology
3D Digital Game Art
Combining art and technology to advance 3D modelling, character design, animation, real-time environments, and interactive storytelling.
News & highlights
KAiLA in
the spotlight.
KAiLA is advancing Artificial Intelligence through impactful projects, talent development, exhibitions, and real-world solutions.
UniKL advances AI-driven TVET for future-ready graduates
KAiLA anchors UniKL's AI capabilities as a hub for research, innovation, talent development, and industry collaboration.
Read on UniKL Xpress
UniKL MIIT hosts India's LPU for AI and cultural exchange
The delegation visited KAiLA and explored how AI collaboration can contribute to sustainable development.
Read on UniKL Xpress
UniKL positioned as key player in Malaysia's AI agenda
KAiLA supports UniKL's national role through dedicated AI research, innovation, and industry collaboration.
Read on UniKL Xpress
Unveiling KAiLA, the icon of UniKL's AI Centre
UniKL introduced its in-house virtual AI robot as a distinctive expression of human-centred artificial intelligence.
Read on UniKL XpressStrategic roadmap 2026–2030
From learning
to leadership.
Explore UniKL AI's path towards global leadership in AI education, applied research, innovation, and sustainable industry collaboration.
Contact us
Let's build what comes next.
Connect with KAiLA to discuss AI research, talent development, industry solutions, partnerships, or a visit to our centre.