Novarea Inc., a leading Canadian company specializing in AI and health technology, has signed a groundbreaking cooperation agreement with Oman’s Hekma Smart Solutions to enhance research, technology transfer, and AI-driven healthcare services in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
A Vision for Growth and Innovation
“This partnership marks a significant step in strengthening ties between Oman and Canada in healthcare and technology,” said Dr Gholamreza Habibi, CEO of Hekma Smart Solutions. “By combining our expertise with Hekma’s regional insights, we aim to drive innovation and improve healthcare outcomes in the GCC.” He added, “This collaboration aligns with Oman’s vision for a knowledge-based economy. We are excited to bring Novarea’s cutting-edge solutions to the region and empower local institutions with advanced research and AI capabilities.”
The agreement sets the stage for long-term cooperation, positioning both companies as key players in the GCC’s evolving healthcare and technology landscape.
Key Areas of Cooperation
1. Clinical Research: Bridging Canada and the GCC
Novarea will facilitate clinical research collaborations between North American pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations (CROs), and Omani/GCC institutions. This initiative aims to expand clinical trial opportunities, foster knowledge exchange, and support drug development in the region.
2. Technology Transfer & Tech Product Marketing
Novarea will identify and introduce innovative tech products and companies to Oman and the broader GCC market, enabling technology transfer and commercialization of cutting-edge solutions.
3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Services
Hekma Smart Solutions will act as Novarea’s official representative in AI, offering advanced services in:
- Large Language Models (LLM)– AI-driven text analysis, chatbots, and content generation.
- Image Processing– Medical imaging, object detection, and computer vision.
- Speech Processing– Voice recognition, natural language processing (NLP), and AI-based transcription.
- Predictive Analytics– Data modeling and decision-making support.
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA)– Streamlining business operations with AI.
4. Digital Health Solutions
Leveraging Novarea’s expertise in digital health, the partnership will introduce advanced platforms, including:
- Telemedicine & Online Consultations
- Medical Evaluation & Smart Feedback Systems
- Health Social Networks & Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Health Business Intelligence (BI) & Analytics
Hekma will work with Omani academic medical centers to deploy these solutions.
5. Research Services for Academia
Under the license of Novarea – SciPath Canada, Hekma will offer specialized research services to Omani and GCC universities, research centers, and faculty members, supporting academic and clinical studies.
6. Management & Business Consultation
The two companies will collaborate on providing expert consultancy in:
- Investment & Financing
- Market & Product Development
- Human Resource Strategies
- Sustainable & Green Corporate Development