India RISE Fellowship Digital Platform
Client
India RISE Fellowship
Year
2024
Services
Hybrid Web Platform (WordPress + React + ExpressJS)
Program Overview
India RISE is a 12-month fellowship program conceptualised by Johns Hopkins University, aimed at empowering early-career Indian women scientists in STEMM fields. The fellowship focuses on building research excellence and leadership capacity through structured training, personalised mentorship, applied research projects, and global networking opportunities.
Client Overview
Given the scale, prestige, and long-term vision of the program, the digital platform needed to be credible and institution-grade, easy to manage and scale, technologically modern yet culturally grounded, and capable of supporting evolving research and opportunity workflows.
Business Challenges
Aggressive go-live timeline
The entire platform had to be designed, developed, tested, and launched in just three weeks.
Hybrid content and application needs
Static and editorial content required a CMS, while dynamic fellowship workflows demanded a modern application architecture.
User experience for a diverse audience
Fellows, mentors, researchers, and administrators needed a seamless and intuitive interface.
Cultural and visual alignment
The platform needed to reflect Indian tradition and identity, while simultaneously projecting a future-ready, global research vision.
Scalability and performance
The system had to be built for long-term use, future enhancements, and growing engagement.
The Solution
We designed and delivered a hybrid web platform that strategically combines the strengths of WordPress, React, and ExpressJS, balancing speed, flexibility, and scalability.
Key Objectives
- Rapid deployment without compromising quality
- Seamless content management for administrators
- High-performance dynamic modules for users
- A design language rooted in tradition and innovation
Core Features & Capabilities
Hybrid Platform Architecture
The website was architected as a hybrid system to ensure the platform remained easy to manage while being technologically future-proof.
Content Management System (CMS)
The WordPress CMS significantly reduced operational overhead for the program team.
Research & Opportunities Module
A dedicated Research and Opportunities section was built using React and ExpressJS, serving as a critical engagement point.
Design Philosophy: Tradition Meets the Future
Special emphasis was placed on visual identity to create a platform that feels rooted yet forward-looking.
Development Speed & Execution
One of the most notable achievements of this project was the record development timeline of just 3 weeks.
Business Impact
Enhanced Program Visibility
The website strengthens the digital presence of the fellowship, supporting outreach and awareness.
Operational Efficiency
The CMS-driven structure allows the team to manage content independently and efficiently.
Improved User Engagement
Dynamic modules encourage deeper interaction from fellows and researchers.
Scalability for Future Growth
The hybrid architecture supports new modules, workflows, and increased user traffic.
Long-Term Value for the Client
The platform is designed as a digital foundation for ongoing expansion and engagement.
Outcome
Post-launch, the platform received highly positive feedback on its clean interface and ease of navigation. Fellows found the Research and Opportunities section intuitive, while administrators valued the flexibility of content management. The platform successfully established credibility for a globally recognised fellowship, with engagement metrics indicating strong acceptance.
Conclusion
This project demonstrates our ability to deliver high-impact, mission-driven digital platforms under tight timelines, while maintaining architectural integrity and design excellence.
Services Provided
Technologies Used
Project Gallery
India RISE - Home Page
India RISE - Fellowship Program
India RISE - Research Opportunities
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