Research
Research lies at the heart of the Myers-Lawson School of Construction's mission. Our faculty are committed to uncovering answers to industry's most pressing questions and finding innovative solutions to the greatest challenges in the built environment.
The Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) pioneers research in the built environment, focusing on technical and managerial aspects of the dynamic construction industry. Our faculty expertise covers diverse specializations, integral to advancing construction knowledge.
Housing unique labs and centers, MLSoC investigates areas from housing research and construction safety to automation, sustainable and smart infrastructure. This multi-disciplinary approach ensures our research continually evolves with the industry, pushing the boundaries of construction technology.
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Virginia Center for Housing Research (VCHR) , homeThe Virginia Tech Center for Housing Research provides interdisciplinary research and resources for Virginia, federal agencies, nonprofits, and industry.
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Center for Innovation in Construction Safety, Health, and Well-being (IC-SAFE) , redirectThe Center for Innovation in Construction Safety, Health, and Well-being leads nationally in advancing safety, health, and well-being through research, teaching, and engagement.
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ARCADE Lab , redirectThe ARCADE Lab (Automation & Robotics in Construction And Design Engineering) drives interdisciplinary research between the Colleges of Architecture and Engineering to advance the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) industry.
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BEST Lab , redirectThe Building Enclosure and Systems Technologies (BEST) Lab partners with faculty and industry to advance building enclosure systems, focusing on thermal, hygrothermal, and acoustic performance.
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Hitt Research and Innovation LabThe Hitt Research and Innovation Lab serves as a hub for construction innovation—bringing together creativity, exploration, and cutting-edge technology.
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Smart Systems Lab , redirectThe Smart Systems Lab at Virginia Tech conducts basic and applied research on decision support systems, cyberlearning, and technologies for workforce training, smart education, smart buildings, and cyber-physical construction systems.
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Virtual Facilities Research LabThe goal of the Virtual Facilities Research Lab is to advance construction through dedicated research in the applied use of Building Information Modeling across the facility lifecycle.
MLSoC Research NEWS
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Researchers tackle construction industry challenges with support of new pilot funding , articleThe Coalition for Smart Construction at Virginia Tech launched a seed grant program centered around key areas of interest in the construction industry, providing recipients with resources to strengthen their projects so that they can secure external funding.
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Faculty receive state-funded 4-VA grants for collaborative research , articleThe 13 funded projects involve partnerships with peers at universities across the commonwealth and investigate areas of strategic interest for Virginia.
Date: Aug 20, 2025 - -
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College of Architecture, Arts, and Design faculty tackle real-world challenges through research and creativity , articleFaculty are using college-funded research grants to develop innovative, community-focused projects that aim to improve everyday life through creative technology and collaboration.
Date: May 22, 2025 - -
Video ItemLaying the foundation for affordable housing , video
With a $1.1 million grant from Virginia Housing, an organization dedicated to providing affordable housing for the commonwealth, experts in Virginia Tech's College of Engineering and the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design are partnering to build more affordable homes, and they are using a 3D concrete printer to do it.
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