Kevin Dunnell
About Kevin Dunnell
Kevin Dunnell serves as the Head of Prototyping at Vianai Systems, Inc. and is involved in various roles including Technologist in Residence Fellow at Innospark Ventures and Ph.D. Research Assistant at MIT Media Lab, focusing on innovative prototyping and the integration of art and technology.
Work at Vianai Systems, Inc.
Kevin Dunnell has served as the Head of Prototyping at Vianai Systems, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he focuses on innovative prototyping techniques that integrate various technologies. His tenure at the company spans five years, during which he has contributed to the development of solutions that bridge the gap between physical and digital realms.
Current Positions
In addition to his role at Vianai Systems, Kevin Dunnell is currently a Technologist in Residence Fellow at Innospark Ventures, a position he has held since 2023. He also works as a Ph.D. Research Assistant at the MIT Media Lab, where he has been involved since 2021. His work at MIT emphasizes the intersection of technology and design.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Dunnell has an extensive educational background. He studied Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering at UNSW and earned a Bachelor of Science and Engineering (BSE) in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering from the University of Michigan. He also holds a Master of Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2021 to 2023. Currently, he is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at MIT.
Previous Experience
Before his current roles, Kevin Dunnell worked at Chrysler Group LLC as an Aerothermal Systems Integration Engineer from 2013 to 2015. He also held positions as an Innovation Intern and Aerothermal Intern at Chrysler Group LLC in 2012 and 2011, respectively. Additionally, he served as a Senior Experience Design Lead at Infosys from 2015 to 2017, where he contributed to design and innovation projects.
Freelance Work and Focus
In addition to his formal roles, Kevin Dunnell operates as a freelance maker. His work focuses on blending art and emerging technologies, including AR/VR, AI, Blockchain, IoT, and Additive Manufacturing. He aims to create a world enriched with life and intelligence through innovative prototyping across various industries.