Research Labs

Advancing education through research, innovation and collaboration

Discover how this work comes to life by also exploring the USF College of Education’s research labs, where faculty and students collaborate to advance innovative research and real-world impact.

The Learning Design + Technology Lab

The Learning Design + Technology Lab supports faculty, students, and staff in designing and studying innovative learning solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration and research. The lab focuses on addressing key educational challenges to enhance human potential and wellbeing.

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The Hough Measurement and Research Lab

The Hough Measurement and Research Lab supports USF College of Education faculty and students by providing a collaborative space for quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research. Equipped with laptops and high-performance desktops, the lab serves as both a teaching environment and a hub for data-driven research.

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The Sandbox

Rooted in an interdisciplinary approach, The Sandbox provides the tools, experiences, and opportunities needed to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through transformative learning and collaboration, we aim to inspire lifelong learning and make lasting impacts, locally and globally.

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Human Performance Lab

The Exercise Science and Kinesiology Laboratories provide fitness and body composition testing services to members of the local community. Our laboratories utilize state-of-the-art equipment for testing, which provides valid and reliable measurements. Our lab technicians have experience in testing professional, collegiate and recreational athletes, as well as regular exercise enthusiasts and beginners interested in gathering important health and fitness data.

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