Research lies at the heart of our commitment to shaping a boundless future. The university’s emphasis on research fosters the creation of intellectual capital solving today’s pressing problems, improving the quality of life and providing an engine for economic growth. Research dollars reach far beyond university boundaries to strengthen and diversify the local and state economy.
With a legacy of excellence dating back to its establishment in 1982, the IST® has been at the forefront of innovative research in the field of modeling and simulation. Our focus is centered around conducting high-quality, leading research that offers collaborative solutions for diverse challenges. Through our interdisciplinary approach and partnerships with industry, education, and government, we develop cutting-edge technologies, software, and processes that advance human learning and positively impact society.
Advanced Technologies
IST® provides advanced technological and simulation software solutions that are user-friendly, cost effective and efficient. So whether, you are introducing a new, multi-faceted, large-scale project or making simple modification to an existing program, IST® provides a customizable solution designed to meet your goals and mission.
Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Research
Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Research
UCF is expanding the boundaries of human capabilities, challenging traditionally accepted limits of what the human mind can achieve.
Your Partner for Advancing Technologies
The Institute for Simulation and Training at the University of Central Florida offers over 40 years of cutting-edge, future-focused modeling and simulation research to its hundreds of industry, government, and military ecosystem partners.
SOLUTIONS TO GLOBAL CHALLENGES IN:
- Transformative Technologies and National Security
- Health and Human Performance
- Entertainment and Immersive Experiences
- Energy and Sustainability
- Space Technologies
Located in the epicenter of Central Florida’s $6 billion modeling and simulation industry in the heart of the world’s largest research park for modeling, simulation, and training companies.
A broad range of research labs focused on advanced research systems, modeling and analysis through digital twin technologies and technology integration.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Knights Digital Twins Initiative
- Smart cities, transportation, energy, space, automotive, education, military, defense, and healthcare
- Human Performance
- Simulation-based training, team performance and evaluation, and applied innovations into real-world experiential venues
- VARLAB/METIL
- AI, VR, AR, XR, mixed emerging tech and tech acceleration
- Technology Transfers
- 18 labs
- 37 patents
- Over 40 years of partnerships and innovation
Connect with us today and let’s work together on making the impossible possible.
IST® is the nexus of the booming world-hub of MS&T. They have built the industry, hand-in-hand with more than 200 Central Florida modeling, simulation and training companies and the Department of Defense, an early adopter whose vision and leadership have spurred new applications and opportunities. Today, IST® is advancing MS&T technology through new partnerships and collaborations and solving some of the most challenge issues across many industries and sectors.
Energy
Smart Cities
Medical
Defense
Space
Manufacturing
K-12
Innovation begins with research…
Innovation begins with research…
Our vision comes to life through the work of our facility, students, staff and partners. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of the possible. Learn more about the work we are doing in the Institute’s research initiatives, centers, and laboratories.
Our vision comes to life through the work of our facility, students, staff and partners. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of the possible. Learn more about the work we are doing in the Institute’s research initiatives, centers, and laboratories.
