Prof Jim Inc. today announced it has been named a winner in the 2023 BIG Innovation Awards presented by the Business Intelligence Group.
Prof Jim’s ground-breaking technology transforms textbooks and other text content into immersive and dynamic courses. It automatically generates assessments, and AI-generated avatars that look realistic, making it far more engaging than a typical educational video. In turn, it hands the latest in AI technology developments to those who need it the most: educators.
Prof Jim is now working with textbook publishers, online learning platforms, and educational institutions to convert textbooks and any text-based learning material into highly engaging virtual lessons.
“Innovation is ‘business critical’ in today’s society,” said Maria Jimenez, chief operating officer of the Business Intelligence Group. “We are thrilled to be honoring Prof Jim Inc. as they are leading by example and improving the lives of so many.”
Organizations from across the globe submitted their recent innovations for consideration in the BIG Innovation Awards. Nominations were then judged by a select group of business leaders and executives who volunteer their time and expertise to score submissions.
"Generative AI has the power to transform multiple legacy industries to be more efficient, interactive, and imaginative," said Kate Beardsley, Founding Partner at Hannah Grey VC, who led the company's pre-seed round of financing. "Prof Jim's proprietary text-to-animation technology is a best-in-class example of how static everyday items such as textbooks can be recreated using AI to enhance the educational experience for students. The company's innovative approach is on a path to redefine what it means to learn virtually around the world,"
Using their own technology, Prof Jim’s team has developed several computer science courses for students in grades 6-12. “Our courses democratize learning by providing quality online education without the cost overheads of conventional production,” shares co-founder and CTO, Pranav Mehta, who won Microsoft’s IP Innovator of the Year Award. Other co-founders include CEO Dr. Deepak Sekar, one of the most prolific inventors in the world with more than 200 patents to his name, and Maria Walley, head of content and winner of a gold ADDY award.
Prof Jim uses AI to transform textbooks into visual experiences. They empower publishers, educators, and creators with technology that scans words and automatically turns them into cinematic lessons and assessments. Publishers and educators can easily customize these lessons, select an avatar—either themselves or a historical figure like Darwin or George Washington Carver—and choose immersive environments to bring their lessons to life.