About Us: Prof Dhananjay Lab for Education Design

At the Prof Dhananjay Lab for Education Design, we’re pushing the boundaries of educational technology and creative learning. Established through a unique partnership between the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar and ExcelSoft Technologies Private Limited, our lab is a hub for cutting-edge research and innovation.

Our Mission

  • Combine academic rigor with industry expertise to create impactful solutions for social good.
  • Foster a collaborative environment where brilliant minds explore, experiment, and generate groundbreaking ideas in educational technology.

What We Do

Our research is structured into two distinct categories:

  • Product Research:
    Focuses on enhancing existing educational products to deliver high-impact, industry-relevant solutions. We collaborate with ExcelSoft Technologies to translate research into products that benefit learners worldwide.

  • Blue-Skies Research:
    Encourages exploration of new ideas, principles, and technologies without immediate market applications. We believe curiosity-driven research can lead to breakthrough innovations that transform education.

Our Team

Led by Professor Sudarshan Iyengar, our diverse research team includes:

  • Project leads : Dedicated people leading the projects and the teams.
  • PhD Scholars: Working on cutting-edge projects with dedicated fellowships.
  • Dedicated Staff: Providing expert support and guidance.
  • MTech Students: Contributing to research while gaining hands-on experience.
  • BTech Students: Participating in short-term research projects, especially during summer and winter breaks.

We also collaborate closely with ExcelSoft Technologies, ensuring seamless integration between academia and industry.

Our Commitment

The Prof Dhananjay Lab for Education Design is committed to a long-term partnership between IIT Ropar and ExcelSoft Technologies. We believe in sustainable innovation and creating a lasting impact on education through continuous collaboration.

Join us on this exciting journey as we shape the future of learning!