Prathyusha Galinkala

I am a UI/UX Designer and Researcher with over a decade of experience specializing in Human–Computer Interaction (HCI). My work bridges design, research, and social science to create intuitive, accessible, and ethically grounded digital experiences. Skilled in mixed methods research, I integrate qualitative and quantitative methodologies, experimental design, and behavioural and thematic analysis to understand how technology shapes human experience across diverse populations. As a designer, I lead cross-functional teams to build inclusive, research-driven, and user-centric products. My process spans the full design lifecycle, from strategy and user research to prototyping, testing, and development handoff, ensuring seamless and meaningful interactions.

I earned my Master’s degree in Media and Information at Michigan State University, specializing in HCI, where I worked as a Research Assistant to Dr. Celeste Campos-Castillo. Together, we designed and developed an anti-racist chatbot that identifies cyberbullying among racially and ethnically diverse adolescents and provides appropriate support. Before pursuing graduate studies, I completed Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Maharaj Vijayaram Gajapathi Raj College of Engineering in India and began my career at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as a Software Trainee in 2014. Over ten years, I advanced as a UI/UX Designer and Researcher, earning multiple accolades for design excellence.

My passion lies in leveraging design and research to support older adults and caregivers, particularly in the context of dementia care. My master’s thesis focused on addressing nurses’ burnout and developing tools to support their mental well-being.