Dr Disi Chen

Dr Disi Chen is a Senior Lecturer in Robotics and Machine Vision and a member of the Centre for Machine Vision (CMV) and the Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL). He leads undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Robotics and Machine Vision delivered in partnership with the University of Bristol, providing high‑quality, application‑driven teaching that bridges the gap between theoretical foundations and real‑world engineering practice.

Disi has a strong research track record across the Artificial Intelligence domain. His Master’s research focused on developing machine‑learning algorithms for hand‑gesture recognition. During his PhD, he advanced a probabilistic framework for human–robot skill transfer, introducing a novel Curved Gaussian Mixture Model (CGMM) to capture complex motion patterns.

He works closely with industry partners on applied AI and robotics challenges. For Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), he has developed deep‑learning–based solutions deployable on edge devices to quantify calibration environments and support robust field workflows. He is also engaged in human‑in‑the‑loop, AI‑enhanced animal‑behaviour assessment aimed at improving the welfare of farmed animals.

Across his work, Disi is committed to translating state‑of‑the‑art machine‑learning methodologies into impactful, practical solutions that advance robotics, automation, and intelligent vision systems.