Join us for a hands-on showcase connecting technical specialists from higher education institutions across the country who are at the heart of research innovation. Explore cutting-edge workflows in motion capture, virtual production, and avatar creation — and see how CAMERA's facilities and expertise has driven innovation in countless projects.

This half-day event focuses on technical teams who are critical to driving innovation, supporting cutting-edge research, and shaping real-world impact across diverse fields such as health, sport, psychology, and the creative industries.

Explore CAMERA’s photogrammetry, scanning, motion capture and virtual production facilities, take part in interactive demos, and get inspired by real-world applications of emerging technology.

You'll also hear about a new funding opportunity - one in which technical staff can lead on the bid – and connect with peers to share challenges, aspirations, and ideas.

Who it’s for:Technicians working in XR, AR and VR research, labs, media, creative and technical roles across HE and research institutions – particularly those interested in cross-disciplinary collaboration and applied innovation.

Why attend?

Meet other technicians & explore the vital role of technical staff in R&D and innovation
Support your professional growth, visibility, and career development
Discover how CAMERA’s state-of-the-art tech is used in real research
Get hands-on with CAMERA's newly upgraded studios & XR technologies
Spark new collaborations across research, academia, and industry

Learn about new XR Network+ funding opportunities

PLUS EXTRA OPTION - Stay for the whole day and join us in with the XR Network + Roadshow to:

Hear about the role technology and technicians are having in shaping the creative industries. Meet with researchers, specialists and industry professionals from theatre, gaming, film and the arts.

Free to attend. Lunch and refreshments provided. Financial support is available for technicians who would not otherwise be able to attend. Please email camera@bath.ac.uk for more details.

Backstage to Breakthroughs: Technicians leading XR Innovation