Harrison Forsyth
Harrison Forsyth
Academic, Innovator, Immersive media Consultant, and Researcher
Welcome! My name is Harrison Forsyth. I am an academic and XR (Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality) developer with a background in computer science, history, archaeology, classics, and industrial training and simulation development. My skills include 3D modelling, photogrammetry, XR development, the creation of AI Driven Conversational Agents, GIS mapping, data visualization, brain computer interface (BCI), and digital media production using industry standard real-time engines. As a researcher and instructor in the higher education sector, I have over 10 years of experience conducting research and teaching at Colleges and Universities in Canada and abroad. See the portfolio page for examples of recent initiatives with which I have been involved.
About Me
Harrison Forsyth B.A, M.A. (Classical Archaeology)
Over the past two decades, I have been involved in numerous archaeological projects in both Italy and Spain, excavating a wide array of sites from Roman villas to Roman military encampments. During this time I have acquired skills which combine my two major passions: archaeology and digital media. With the increasing accessibility of immersive digital technologies such as virtual reality and photogrammetry, I have been finding new ways to bring researchers, students, and tourists closer to archaeological and historical materials than ever. In more recent years, I have worked as a Principal Investigator at the Durham College Mixed Reality Capture (MRC) Studio where I have helped secure $2.4 million in research funding and conducted numerous applied research projects with Canadian industry partners.