PETA Sponsors Emantras' Virtual Frog Dissection Software for Schools and Colleges
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Posted on September 23, 2012 at 10:35:01 PM
PETA Sponsors Emantras' Virtual Frog Dissection Software for Schools and Colleges
CHENNAI, September 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Good News for Frogs and Schools
Following on the heels of the University Grants Commission (UGC) announcement,
requiring schools and colleges in India to phase out animal dissection in favour of
computer simulations, PETA India (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has offered
to sponsor virtual frog dissection software for science laboratories that are ready to
start replacing dissection with a more humane, digital alternative.
"Countless frogs and other animals are killed for dissection, even though non-animal
methods for teaching biology are far superior," says PETA India Science Policy Adviser, Dr
Chaitanya Koduri. "PETA India is eager to help universities and schools take the lead in
teaching biology using humane, modern methods," he further added.
In order to help educational institutions make this transition, PETA India has tied up
with Emantras, the makers of the multiple award-winning Virtual Frog Dissection software
(http://www.frogvirtualdissection.com).
PETA India will sponsor the cost of purchasing Virtual Frog Dissection software to
science classrooms for schools that are willing to offer student dissection choice policy
or replace animal dissection with humane alternatives.
Designed for biological and scientific accuracy, Virtual Frog Dissection provides a
realistic, virtual simulation of the actual specimen, along with a full set of dissection
instruments including pins, scalpel, marker, and forceps. Step-by-step instructions and 3D
views provide complete imaging of the frog anatomy, helping learners visualise internal
organs effectively.
Recognised as the Best Science app by the IEAR, Virtual Frog Dissection has also won
the Mark Twain's Ethical Science Award and has been graded as "A" by Wired Educator who
also commented, "Best Science app we have ever reviewed. Should be in every science
classroom."
Emantras Virtual Frog Dissection software is available for desktops, laptops, Macs,
iPads, netbooks and interactive whiteboards. "Virtual Frog Dissection is very popular
amongst teachers and students around the world, with several schools adopting the software
either as a replacement or as a supplement to lab dissections," said Sesh Kumar, CEO of
Emantras. "We are very pleased that PETA India has chosen to recommend our product for
schools and colleges in India to use for learning," he added.
For more information on how you can get this software in your science class for free,
visit
http://www.petaindia.com/features/Educators-Get-Free-Virtual-Dissection-Software.aspx
or email ChaitanyaK(@)petaindia(dot)org with your name, institution and request for
Emantras Virtual Frog Dissection software.
About Emantras Interactive Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Emantras is an innovative digital education company that provides engaging learning
experiences and effective knowledge delivery, through award-winning digital and mobile
solutions. Emantras believes in the progress of humanity through learning and has focused
its initiatives to bring learning to the 21st century, using technology to deliver.
Founded in the year 2000 with the vision to educate through technology, the company
provides training, education and work flow solutions for academic institutions, publishers
and Fortune 500 corporations such as IKEA, Lufthansa, Nokia, Siemens, Raytheon, FLVS
(Florida Learning Virtual School), Pearson and Cengage.
For more information visit: http://www.emantras.com
About PETA India
PETA India was launched in January 2000, and operates under the simple principle that
animals are not ours to eat, wear, experiment on or use for entertainment. PETA India
believes in educating policymakers and the public about animal abuse and promoting an
understanding of the right of all animals to be treated with respect.
For more information visit: http://www.petaindia.com
Primary Media Contact: Nicola Zacherena, Nicola.zs@emantras.com, 91-44-42169464
Secondary Media Contact: Kamakshi Srinivasan, kamakshi@emantras.com,
91-44-43934128
Emantras Interactive Technologies Pvt Ltd
CONTACT: PRN
CHENNAI, September 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Good News for Frogs and Schools
Following on the heels of the University Grants Commission (UGC) announcement,
requiring schools and colleges in India to phase out animal dissection in favour of
computer simulations, PETA India (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has offered
to sponsor virtual frog dissection software for science laboratories that are ready to
start replacing dissection with a more humane, digital alternative.
"Countless frogs and other animals are killed for dissection, even though non-animal
methods for teaching biology are far superior," says PETA India Science Policy Adviser, Dr
Chaitanya Koduri. "PETA India is eager to help universities and schools take the lead in
teaching biology using humane, modern methods," he further added.
In order to help educational institutions make this transition, PETA India has tied up
with Emantras, the makers of the multiple award-winning Virtual Frog Dissection software
(http://www.frogvirtualdissection.com).
PETA India will sponsor the cost of purchasing Virtual Frog Dissection software to
science classrooms for schools that are willing to offer student dissection choice policy
or replace animal dissection with humane alternatives.
Designed for biological and scientific accuracy, Virtual Frog Dissection provides a
realistic, virtual simulation of the actual specimen, along with a full set of dissection
instruments including pins, scalpel, marker, and forceps. Step-by-step instructions and 3D
views provide complete imaging of the frog anatomy, helping learners visualise internal
organs effectively.
Recognised as the Best Science app by the IEAR, Virtual Frog Dissection has also won
the Mark Twain's Ethical Science Award and has been graded as "A" by Wired Educator who
also commented, "Best Science app we have ever reviewed. Should be in every science
classroom."
Emantras Virtual Frog Dissection software is available for desktops, laptops, Macs,
iPads, netbooks and interactive whiteboards. "Virtual Frog Dissection is very popular
amongst teachers and students around the world, with several schools adopting the software
either as a replacement or as a supplement to lab dissections," said Sesh Kumar, CEO of
Emantras. "We are very pleased that PETA India has chosen to recommend our product for
schools and colleges in India to use for learning," he added.
For more information on how you can get this software in your science class for free,
visit
http://www.petaindia.com/features/Educators-Get-Free-Virtual-Dissection-Software.aspx
or email ChaitanyaK(@)petaindia(dot)org with your name, institution and request for
Emantras Virtual Frog Dissection software.
About Emantras Interactive Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Emantras is an innovative digital education company that provides engaging learning
experiences and effective knowledge delivery, through award-winning digital and mobile
solutions. Emantras believes in the progress of humanity through learning and has focused
its initiatives to bring learning to the 21st century, using technology to deliver.
Founded in the year 2000 with the vision to educate through technology, the company
provides training, education and work flow solutions for academic institutions, publishers
and Fortune 500 corporations such as IKEA, Lufthansa, Nokia, Siemens, Raytheon, FLVS
(Florida Learning Virtual School), Pearson and Cengage.
For more information visit: http://www.emantras.com
About PETA India
PETA India was launched in January 2000, and operates under the simple principle that
animals are not ours to eat, wear, experiment on or use for entertainment. PETA India
believes in educating policymakers and the public about animal abuse and promoting an
understanding of the right of all animals to be treated with respect.
For more information visit: http://www.petaindia.com
Primary Media Contact: Nicola Zacherena, Nicola.zs@emantras.com, 91-44-42169464
Secondary Media Contact: Kamakshi Srinivasan, kamakshi@emantras.com,
91-44-43934128
Emantras Interactive Technologies Pvt Ltd
CONTACT: PRN