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Yaswanth Alla, M.Sc.

  • Ph.D. Student
  • Ariel University

About

Research Focus

Yaswanth Alla is a Ph.D. student at the AAIRL, applying his expertise in Generative AI and immersive technologies to current research on visual chatbots and synthetic humans.

Current Work

His work aims to enhance how users interact with complex simulated environments, directly contributing to the lab’s broader mission of exploring AI-driven architectural design, urban renewal, and human-centric spatial development.

Background

He holds an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Wright State University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal, and a B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from JNTUK. Before joining the lab, Yaswanth developed intelligent and interactive systems as a Developer at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), working across multiple domains of AI and spatial computing.

Projects

Synthetic Humans
Synthetic Humans This project investigates whether AI models can approximate selected dimensions of human spatial experience to provide early-stage design feedback — and rigorously identifies where they cannot.
Chatbots for Design
Chatbots for Design This project develops and evaluates conversational AI systems for public participation in architectural design and urban planning.

Employment

  • Tata Consultancy Services (India) Aug 2021 – Present
  • Wright State University – Present

Want to solve real urban problems with AI?

We welcome applications from researchers, designers, and practitioners from diverse disciplinary backgrounds. If you are interested in contributing to research at the intersection of AI, design, and urban studies, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

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