Kenny Mitchell

Professor Kenny Mitchell is a faculty member at the School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University. With over 60 research outputs listed, he specializes in Interactive Graphics, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality technologies.

Research Interests

Mitchell's work focuses on real-time systems, motion prediction, and human-computer interaction in immersive environments. His research spans generative AI environments, 3D facial reconstruction, and light field rendering. Key themes include AI-driven animation, networked VR experiences, and haptic-visual integration.

Article Trends

Recent publications emphasize Transformer-based motion prediction (NeFT-Net), speech-to-VR systems (HoloJig), and low-latency avatar synchronization. His work integrates machine learning with computer graphics for applications in telepresence dance and emotionally intelligent avatars.

Projects

• CAROUSEL+: £929,077 funded by European Commission (2021-2024) for telepresent dance systems
• DISTRO: £243,804 European Commission grant for 3D graphics training (2015-2018)