Research Centers
The Kummer Institute established three research centers to support incubation, acceleration, commercialization and other research and development activities.
The centers leverage connections with industry in order to focus learning and research in areas with economic and industry impact. Plans for a fourth research center are under development.
Center for Resource Sustainability
The center will decrease the footprint of mineral and fuel extraction, increase access to clean drinking water, and leverage regional resources for resilient energy, water and materials utilization.
Center for Advanced Manufacturing
The center will facilitate advanced processes, materials, sensors and integrative workforce development techniques to enable next-generation manufacturing, spurring regional and national economic development.
Center for Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems
The center will deploy the latest machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques to advance the performance and intelligence of a range of robotic and autonomous solutions.
Our Achievement
Missouri S&T Achieves Prestigious R1 Status
Missouri S&T has officially attained R1 status, the highest research classification from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This elite designation affirms our leadership in groundbreaking research and innovation. Learn more
Seeking Industry Partners
We are actively seeking industry partners to enhance our academic expertise with real-world know how in the critical areas of advanced manufacturing, AI and autonomous systems, infrastructure, and resource sustainability.
To learn more about how you can get involved, contact Dr. Kamal Khayat, vice chancellor for research and innovation.