Rob Harvie has a rich background in Information Communication Technology and accessibility solutions. While working at the University of Toronto over a few decades, he spent a large chunk of his time in research work with the Adaptive Technology Resource Centre on various media accessibility research initiatives. 

He directed Information Technology Services for the Faculty of Information, and taught human-computer interaction and emerging technologies – including augmented reality and multi-sensory interface design at the Institute for Communications, Culture and IT, the McLuhan Program in Culture and Technology, and School of Continuing Studies. Rob continues his lecturing on Inclusive Design at various Canadian colleges and universities, serves on digital accessibility working and advisory groups, and in 2009 founded and remains director of Inclusive Media and Design, a Toronto-based boutique consultancy.

His core research at SMARTlab Dublin focuses on the relationships between cyberthreat and dis/ability.