Nomura-SRI Innovation Center Open House

Join us for an inside look at NSIC!

We’re opening our doors and inviting you to experience the Nomura-SRI Innovation Center (NSIC) in action. This open house is a chance to meet the people behind the program, connect with NSIC cohort members, and hear directly from a start-up founder who’s taken deep tech from the lab to the global market.

Featured Speaker:Karim Eldefrawy, co-founder of Confidential and former SRI researcher, will share the journey of spinning out a startup from one of the world’s top R&D institutes. From navigating IP transfer and building the founding team, to raising capital and scaling with global partners — his story is a must-hear for anyone working at the intersection of research, intrepreneurship, and global innovation.

Whether you're part of the NSIC community or just curious about turning bold ideas into a commercial success, we’d love to see you there.

Space is limited. RSVP by August 21, 2025

About the (NSIC)

In 2021, inspired by the opportunity to deeply connect Japan with Silicon Valley through innovation, SRl and Nomura Holdings converged to establish the Nomura–SRI Innovation Center. Today, our programs, environment, and innovation leadership help companies redefine the boundaries of corporate innovation.

The NSIC community is a testament to the diverse landscape of Japanese industries. From manufacturing titans to financial powerhouses, our members form a dynamic ecosystem for cross-industry collaboration. It’s within this rich environment that unexpected synergies emerge.

About

SRI is an independent, nonprofit research institute, headquartered in Menlo Park with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For almost 80 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.

Info: Chris Cowart, Managing Director, NSIC

Info: A Founder’s Journey from SRI - Karim Eldefraw (co-founder of Confidential and former SRI researcher)

Info: Light refreshments will be served

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

SRI International: Headquarters, 333 Ravenswood Avenue, Menlo Park, United States