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Vijay Thakkar is a visionary entrepreneur, educator, and the CEO & Co-founder of FotonVR. He’s transforming the way children learn by bringing immersive Virtual Reality experiences into classrooms around the world. With a deep passion for innovation in education, Vijay has pioneered immersive Virtual Reality solutions designed specifically for school learning.

Nisha Panchal is the Head of Global Business Development at fotonVR. With a strong focus on international business development and global expansion, Nisha plays a pivotal role in bringing fotonVR’s innovative classroom technology to schools across the world.

💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How VR transforms abstract science concepts into tangible, engaging experiences
Why localization and customization are key for global adoption of EdTech
Measurable academic improvements linked to immersive learning
How VR and AI are merging to create adaptive, real-time educational experiences
What the future of globally connected VR classrooms looks like

✨ Episode Highlights:
[00:03:44] Vijay on bringing immersive science experiences to 450+ schools globally
[00:06:52] Nisha explains how VR content is localized for different countries and curricula
[00:10:14] Entering a leaf: How VR makes photosynthesis unforgettable
[00:15:53] Making electricity flow visible: VR helps students see the invisible
[00:19:48] Inspiring the next generation: A child decides to be a scientist after a space simulation
[00:23:39] Balancing scientific accuracy with storytelling for maximum engagement
[00:28:49] Integrating AI into VR for adaptive, conversational learning experiences
[00:32:01] The vision of global multiplayer VR classrooms with real-time collaboration
[00:37:26] Tackling the digital divide with government partnerships and mobile AR
[00:42:00] Building volcanoes in the classroom: A mixed reality future for immersive teaching

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Exploring Science in Virtual Reality with FotonVR’s Vijay Thakkar & Nisha Panchal

Edtech Insiders

Exploring Science in Virtual Reality with FotonVR’s Vijay Thakkar & Nisha Panchal