The School of Architecture & Urban Planning is home to research centers and initiatives that attract students and partners from around the globe. Together, students and faculty lead impactful research in areas like historic preservation, sustainable design and community planning.

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The center advances equity in planning through research, engagement and practical solutions.
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CDS supports community-led visions by offering early-stage design help to neighborhoods across Wisconsin.
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DCI and its partners drive training, innovation, and sustainable solutions in design and construction.
A student uses a device to document historical elements of a building.
HPI blends tech and tradition to train students in preserving historic places through hands-on projects.
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The institute leads sustainability research and harbor revitalization to inform public policy and design.
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SARUP partners with IPIT, which is housed in the College of Engineering & Applied Science.