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Published on September 26, 2025

by Xiuxi Pan, PhD

Selected as Institute of Science Tokyo Certified Venture #6

Selected as Institute of Science Tokyo Certified Venture #6

PixelX Inc., the parent company of Yodo Labs, has been selected as an Institute of Science Tokyo Certified Venture — designated as certification number 6.

On September 26, 2025, CEO Xiuxi Pan attended the inaugural Certified Venture Title Awarding Ceremony held at Tamachi Campus INDEST. Being recognized as Certified Venture #6 is a meaningful milestone, affirming our research-driven approach to applied AI and the value it brings to society.


The Ceremony

The ceremony gathered university leadership, certified ventures, and industry partners. A total of 17 ventures have been certified to date, with 13 present at the event.

The program featured opening remarks, a photo session with university leadership, and a one-minute pitch from each venture. Participating startups spanned generative AI, space technology, nuclear energy, and medical/life sciences — showcasing the breadth of innovation in the Science Tokyo ecosystem.

A networking session followed with active exchanges among ventures and supporting companies including Cresco Inc., Mirai Sōzō Investments, Mitsubishi Estate, and Tokyu Corporation.

For the full event report, see the official announcement.

Pitch presentation

Pitch presentation

Group photo with all certified ventures


Looking Ahead

We will continue to collaborate closely with the Institute of Science Tokyo to translate research into real-world impact and to scale responsible AI technologies from lab to market. Yodo Labs, as PixelX''s applied AI research arm, will leverage this partnership to advance our work across the APAC region.