Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar, in collaboration with Excelsoft Technologies, has established the ‘Prof. Dhananjaya Lab for Education Design and Creative Learning,’ an advanced research lab dedicated to innovation in educational technology (EdTech). Named after the late Prof. M.H. Dhananjaya, a visionary educationist and former chairman of Excelsoft Technologies, the lab aims to combine academic research with industry expertise to drive advancements in education delivery, assessments, and proctoring, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the foundation.
The partnership will focus on developing proprietary AI models to enhance the functionality and scalability of existing learning and assessment products. The lab will also encourage blue-sky research, fostering the discovery of new ideas and technologies that can reshape the education and learning ecosystem.
Co-led by Dr. Sudarshan Iyengar, Head of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Ropar, and Mr. D. Sudhanva, Founder & CEO of Excelsoft Technologies, the lab will involve a collaborative research team composed of PhD scholars, MTech, BTech students, and dedicated staff. The research team from Excelsoft will include key figures such as Prashanth H M, Head of Corporate Strategy, and Adarsh MS, Vice President of Growth & Strategy.
Dr. Iyengar expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “This collaboration opens doors for our students to explore and develop industry-first EdTech products. We are confident that the Dhananjaya Lab will enhance our research capabilities and allow us to explore AI’s transformative impact on education.”
Mr. Adarsh Sudhindra, VP of Growth & Strategy at Excelsoft, highlighted the lab’s potential to bridge the gap between industry and academia, stating, “By leveraging IIT Ropar’s research excellence and Excelsoft’s expertise, we aim to co-create AI-driven education solutions that will redefine learning experiences globally.”
Mr. Sudhanva emphasized the collaboration’s importance, adding, “This partnership provides us with access to a top-class research ecosystem, enabling us to make India a frontrunner in developing world-class EdTech products.”
With over two decades of experience in e-learning technology, Excelsoft Technologies and IIT Ropar aim to revolutionize the global education sector through cutting-edge research and innovation.
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