Our Expertise
UF DCP demonstrates a broad spectrum of expertise, encompassing disciplines like architecture, construction management, and urban planning, with an emphasis on sustainable and innovative approaches to the built environment. DCP UF is involved in cutting edge research, and the application of new technologies, such as AI, to the fields that they study. Essentially, DCP UF’s research is characterized by a commitment to advancing knowledge that promotes sustainable, resilient, and equitable built environments.
How We Help
UF DCP’s faculty are at the forefront of research in design, construction, and planning. We foster a collaborative environment, leveraging advanced technologies and diverse expertise to address critical challenges in the built environment.
By the Numbers
UF DCP is at the forefront of design, construction, and planning research, driving innovation that directly benefits communities worldwide. Since 2020, we have tripled our sponsored research, fueling a significant expansion in research outcomes, including publications, community impact, patents, and licensing success.
Research & Impact (AY2024-2025)
$7,525,783
Sponsored Research
77
Sponsored Awards
35
Funded Investigators
107
PhD Students & Postdocs
Sponsors include NSF, US Dept of Defense (US Army, US Navy), US Government, US Dept of Commerce, NASA, US Dept of State, US Dept of Energy, US Dept of Health and Human Services, US Dept of Housing and Urban Development, US Dept of Agriculture, US Dept of Education, US Dept of Interior, US Environmental Protection Agency and State of Florida.
44
Invention Disclosures
33
Patents
6
Licenses
17
DCP Faculty
DCP faculty have been very active in technology innovations as well as disclosing their inventions with UF Innovate for potential patent filing with US Patent & Trade Office (USPTO). Learn more about faculty innovations, patents, and technology transfers.
Events
JAN
23
Thursday
Witters Competition
FEB
18
Tuesday
UG Research Symposium
APR
10
Thursday
Innovation Summit 2025