Sruthi Viswanathan, Co-founder, CSO, TheSpaceship.ai

In this episode of the Future Shapers podcast, host Tod Gimble speaks with Sruthi Viswanathan, co-founder and CTO of Spaceship AI. They discuss Sruthi's journey from computer science to AI, her focus on human-centered design, and the development of innovative solutions for mental health and sustainability. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration with domain experts and the creation of the Planetary Boundaries Rover, which aims to educate engineers on sustainable practices. Sruthi emphasizes the need for ethical AI and the role of technology in scaling sustainability education.takeaways Sruthi Viswanathan is the CTO of Spaceship AI, focusing on human-centered AI. Her journey includes working in various countries and startups, emphasizing innovation. The importance of mental health solutions in AI development is highlighted. Human-centered AI aims to make technology accessible to everyone. The interaction layer is designed to help users understand and control AI systems. Collaboration with domain experts is crucial for effective AI solutions. The Planetary Boundaries Rover was developed to educate engineers on sustainability. Sustainability education needs to be scaled for broader impact. Spaceship AI focuses on ethical and responsible AI development. Literature can inspire and inform sustainability efforts.