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Chris Snider is an Associate Professor in Engineering Design at the School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering, University of Bristol. His research bridges the physical and digital divide in engineering design through computational systems that enhance capability while reducing skill requirements.
His educational background includes an MEng and PhD. Research interests span Engineering Design, Computational Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Mixed Reality, Generative Design, Data Analytics, and Cognitive Engineering, with a focus on enabling engineers to work effectively across digital and physical domains using real-time analytics and AI-driven design support.
Recent publications reveal strong trends in mixed reality applications, generative AI for engineering, and physiological measurement of cognitive load during design tasks. Core themes include ergonomic analysis with personalized dashboards, environment reconstruction for prototypes, spatial computing paradigms, and VR/AR tool comparisons – all emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to complex design challenges.
As Project Lead at the Design and Manufacturing Futures Lab since its inception (previously as post-doc researcher), he drives initiatives in computational design systems, big-data analytics of engineering performance, and innovation in constrained design scenarios. His work integrates technical design processes with global engineering management and creativity frameworks.
