FIBER explores and supports research that builds understanding of challenges facing built and unbuilt, social and biological systems.
FIBER Research Projects
S3 Initiative: FIBER Impact in Jacksonville
Written by DeJaya Hardy GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The team behind FIBER operates through research, networks and impact to better serve…
The “Impact of Engagement” DCP’s Second Spring Research Seminar
Written by DeJaya Hardy GAINESVILLE, Fla. — On Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 the title of the second DCP Research Seminar…
“Is Design Research?” DCP’s first of four Spring Research Seminars!
Written by DeJaya Hardy GAINESVILLE, Fla. — On Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, FIBER hosted its first seminar of the Spring…
University of Florida Showcases GatorCorps as Blueprint for University-Embedded National Service
Written by Molly Freeburg & Jason von Meding GAINESVILLE, Fla. — On Tuesday, the University of Florida welcomed AmeriCorps leadership…
FIBER Welcomes New Core Faculty
Written by DeJaya Hardy A new year often signals growth and change, and 2026 is already proving to be an important…
Gulf Scholars to GatorCorps: A Joint Effort In Community Resilience
Written by Molly Freeburg GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gatorcorps, at its core, unites sixteen service members across four locations around a…
Dr. Jason von Meding – A Community-First Approach to Disaster Response
Dr. Yan Wang Receives Two Grants from the NSF
Dr. Yan Wang is the director of the Urban Agility and Resilience Lab at the University of Florida, an Assistant…