Welcome to the home of the University of Washington Animation Research Labs (ARL).

The mission of the ARL is to advance the state of the art in animation through research, teaching, and computer-animated production. The ARL is a place where computer scientists, animators, artists, musicians, architects, storywriters, and user-interface designers work together to create new algorithms, systems, and tools for computer animation -- and use these advances to create innovative and experimental animated productions, including interactive forms of animation such as web-based animation and games.

The ARL is an interdisciplinary undertaking of the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, together with the Schools of Art, Music, and Architecture. Core support for the ARL comes from the Advanced Technology Initiative, launched in 1999 by the University of Washington, Washington State University, and the Washington State Legislature.

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