EdBlume Research Foundation

About EdBlume

EdBlume Research Foundation is a registered nonprofit (Section 8, Companies Act, 2013) focused on promoting emotional well-being, empowering educators, and supporting neurodiverse learners through research, training, and inclusive programs. It was founded to take knowledge beyond classrooms and create real-world impact. By bringing together educators, researchers, students, policymakers, and communities, the foundation aims to raise educational standards, foster equity, and strengthen the social fabric. At its core, EdBlume is about turning research into action and using education as a force for lasting, positive change.

Our Framework

The EdBlume Framework is a research-driven model built around three foundational intersections:

Research + Collaboration → Innovation We combine evidence-based inquiry with input from educators, institutions, and parents to co-create scalable, real-world solutions.

Training + Collaboration → Synergy Our programs are designed with stakeholders at the center—ensuring collective ownership and long-term success.

Research + Training → Empowerment By translating research into accessible, inclusive training, we equip educators, parents, and learners to make informed, confident decisions.

What We Do

EmLab – Emotional Ecology in Action

A research program based on Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory and inspired by emotion studies by Hong & Cross, EmLab explores how emotional well-being is shaped by our environments.

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What We Offer

Thematic survey-based research
Emotional Intelligence Index (EII)
Application of the EmEco model
Personalized reports for institutions

Who We Work With

Students, Teachers, Corporate Employees
Parents and Educational Institutions
Research Organizations

Outcomes

Emotionally self-aware individuals equipped to thrive in academic, personal, and professional spaces.

NeuroNest – For Neurodiverse Minds

A structured homeschooling and after-school support program for children with Autism and ADHD, built to complement—not replace—mainstream education.

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What We Offer

Skill-building modules: 3, 6, and 12-month durations
Executive functioning (organization, focus)
Emotional regulation and communication
Life skills and self-advocacy
Confidence-building in real-world settings

Who We Support

Neurodiverse children and their families
Parents seeking specialized support
Educators working with neurodiverse students

Outcomes

Improved social, emotional, and cognitive functioning for long-term independence and classroom integration.

EdBlume Teachers – Empowering Women Educators

A 6-month intensive online teacher training program designed for women returning to work, career changers, and those with a passion for teaching but no formal classroom experience.

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What We Offer

Live online classes three times a week
Assessments and reflective teaching practice
Emotional intelligence and pedagogy modules

Who We Work With

Women with basic qualifications but limited classroom experience
Schools seeking certified substitute educators

Outcomes

A pool of confident, skilled, certified women educators ready to fill critical staffing gaps without compromising on quality.

Our Focus Areas

Capacity Building

Train under-skilled women to become effective K–12 educators. Conduct fellowships and workshops in pedagogy, classroom management, and emotional intelligence.

Neurodiverse Support

Offer tailored programs for children with ASD and ADHD. Facilitate smoother integration into mainstream education.

Collaboration

Develop digital platforms for educators to share insights and innovations. Publish research, case studies, and policy recommendations.

Advocacy

Promote emotional intelligence using the EmEco model and Emotional Intelligence Index (EII). Partner with schools, NGOs, and corporates for awareness, training, and systemic change.

Our Story

We started EdBlume with a single, powerful realization: something essential was missing in our schools—the emotional well-being of those who live and learn within them. After decades in classrooms and leadership roles, we witnessed the quiet cracks in the system.

Teachers overwhelmed by deadlines. Substitution teachers burdened with extra syllabus coverage when regular teachers were on leave. Neurodiverse learners struggling to keep pace in classrooms not built for their needs. Parents feeling helpless. Teachers silently exhausted. And students—especially those who needed support the most—falling further behind. Not out of negligence, but because the system kept moving, too fast to stop and care.

EdBlume was born to address these challenges, to slow things down and bring human values back into education, to support those who teach, uplift those who learn differently, and remind everyone that no child should be left behind—not because of a system's pace, but in spite of it. Because when we nurture the emotional lives of teachers and students, we don't just improve learning….we transform lives.

Meet Our Team

Passionate professionals driving educational transformation

Dr. Indrani Singh

Founder & CEO

Dr. Singh is academic strategist, transformational leader, and a mixed methods researcher with over three decades of experience spanning K 12 schools, and higher education. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, she brings academic rigor and a global perspective to her work.

As a certified TBE (Transforming By Excellence) Assessor and Trainer, Dr. Singh specializes in academic excellence, institutional growth, and building emotionally resilient learning environments. Her Emotional Ecology framework explores the emotional and ecological factors influencing student success by bridging empathy with data-driven strategies.

She previously served as Vice President of Institutional and Undergraduate Research at Saint Augustine's University, where she led major initiatives in strategic planning, accreditation, and data-informed decision-making.

Rajiv Ranjan Singh

Co-Founder & COO

Rajiv Ranjan Singh superannuated from Tata Steel on April 1, 2025, as the Head of Steel Processing Centres, concluding an illustrious career spanning over three decades.

With 32 years of extensive experience in the steel industry, Mr. Singh has led key functions in Strategy, Projects, Supply Chain, Total Quality Management, and Operations.

An engineering graduate in Electrical and Electronics from MIT Manipal, he is also a certified Supply Chain Applications Expert from the Goldratt School of Supply Chain. A seasoned business leader, Mr. Singh is known for driving operational excellence and transformational growth throughout his career.

Events & Media

Article

December 12, 2024

Emotional Ecology: Approach to Understanding and Managing Emotions

Dr. Indrani Singh unveiled the groundbreaking Emotional Ecology concept at Loyola School, Jamshedpur, discussing how emotions are shaped by environmental factors and introducing the EmEco model.

Emotional Ecology Workshop

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EdBlume Research Foundation Overview

Discover our mission, programs, and impact in educational research and social welfare. Learn how we're bridging research with real-world applications.

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