![Fixed in Flux ASLA Student Award 2022](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/flixed-in-flux-web.jpg)
Research Initiatives and Labs
Uncovering Solutions
At the College of Design, we conduct practical, hands-on research that solves problems, drives prosperity and benefits our communities. Our applied research guides key policymakers and informs how communities and products are designed. And compelling design methods like data visualization and virtual reality tech help bring important concepts to a wider audience. There is value in the work we do. Our world-class research makes a real impact on people’s lives.
Research Initiatives and Labs
![design and healthy building](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/design-and-healthy-building.jpg)
Building Energy Technology Laboratory (BETlab)
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![Architecture-Model-Classroom](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC05365.jpg)
Building Systems Integration
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![NLI](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/NLI-e1485186910903.jpg)
Natural Learning Initiative
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![Coastal Dynamics Design Lab winning submission](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NCASLA-2020Awards-1.jpg)
Coastal Dynamic Design Lab
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![Experience Design Lab Header Image](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/moogfest6.jpg)
Experience Design Lab
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![Mother and Baby Hospital](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/baby-4100_800x450.jpg)
Health Centered Design Lab
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![Community Growth and Development Initiative image - building blocks](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/community-growth-initiative_web.jpg)
Initiative for Community Growth and Development
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![Teacher and student exploring new technology](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/nc-state-college-of-design-teaching-tools.jpg)
Mixed Reality Lab
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![Public interest design project](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/public-interest-design-2_web.jpg)
Public Interest Design
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![Sharon Joines and Jennifer Peavey in the RED Lab](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/sharon-joines-jennifer-peavey-gel-study_web.jpg)
Research in Ergonomics and Design Lab (RED Lab)
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![virtual-mlk](https://design.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/MH10029.jpg)
Visual Narrative Initiative
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