Junior Scientist, Center for Technology Experience
Learn about Gowtham Sridhar's background as a Human-Computer Interaction researcher, XR prototyper, and robotics enthusiast based in Vienna, Austria.
6+
Years in HCI and XR research
Delivering prototypes and studies across Europe and India.
25+
Prototypes delivered
Immersive training tools, tangible interfaces, and robotics workflows.
18
Research publications and talks
Shared through conferences, industry showcases, and invited lectures.
Hello! I'm Gowtham Sridhar, a Junior Scientist at AIT - Center for Technology Experience in Vienna, Austria. I'm passionate about advancing my expertise at the forefront of Human-Computer Interaction, Robotics, and creating innovative interactions for the physical world.
I'm committed to embracing challenging projects in robotics and human-computer interaction, employing innovative and efficient coding solutions. Working hands-on with wires and processors, I believe that intricate problems demand intelligent and streamlined approaches.
Currently, I focus on prototyping XR applications, creating innovative real-world interactions with technology, researching interfaces beyond screens, and developing tangible user interfaces with hardware prototyping.
2023 - Present
AIT - Center for Technology Experience
Vienna, Austria
Prototyping XR applications, creating innovative real-world interactions with technology, researching interfaces beyond screens, and developing tangible user interfaces with hardware prototyping.
2022 - 2023
Salzburg Research
Salzburg, Austria
Improved navigation systems, delivered AruCo marker detection, implemented collision avoidance for a Panda robotic arm, and created voice-controlled robot manipulation solutions.
2021
E-Yantra (IIT Bombay)
Mumbai, India
Developed robot soccer automation with object tracking, image processing, navigation, multi-robot communication, path planning, and localization algorithms.
M.Sc. Human-Computer Interaction (Joint Degree)
Paris Lodron Universitaet Salzburg & Fachhochschule Salzburg
Salzburg, Austria - 2022 - 2025
B.Tech. Mechatronics Engineering
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science
Chennai, India - 2017 - 2021
A snapshot of the disciplines and technologies I explore in my day-to-day research practice.
Communicating research outcomes and project insights across international teams.
Open to research collaborations, XR prototyping engagements, and speaking opportunities
Reach me directly at gowtham.sridher5@gmail.com.