Velvet is a creative technologist and researcher in human-computer interaction currently undertaking a PhD at the University of Nottingham, where they are currently investigating digital self-care technologies in a public setting (in partnership with the National Videogame Arcade).

Velvet is supported by the Horizon Centre for Doctoral Training at the University of Nottingham (RCUK Grant No. EP/L015463/1 ) and by the National Videogame Arcade.