The University of Missouri Board of Curators and university leaders broke ground today Thursday, April 18 to celebrate a major expansion and renovation of a research complex at Missouri S&T.
The board also voted to change the name of the facility from Engineering Research Laboratory to Applied Research Center. The change reflects the facility’s evolution from a traditional laboratory setting to a hub of innovation, partnership and discovery that fosters a collaborative research environment.
“This facility is an integral part of our continuous efforts to enhance Missouri S&T’s research capabilities and infrastructure,” says Dr. Mo Dehghani, chancellor of Missouri S&T. “The new name will embody the forward-thinking and applied research initiatives that are the hallmark of S&T’s contribution to the world of science, engineering and technology.”
The Applied Research Center will feature state-of-the-art facilities, including a 33,000 square-foot addition and extensive renovations to support the complex and interdisciplinary nature of modern applied research.
During the board’s meeting, Dehghani updated the curators on Missouri S&T highlights, which included recognizing a student and an employee for administering lifesaving CPR to a student earlier this semester.
The curators also approved Missouri S&T’s strategic plan, following a presentation by Dr. Colin Potts, provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs.