Welcome to the

Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS)

We are a world-class technology development center comprised of engineering, research, development and technology transfer teams. Founded in 2002, CAVS is committed to exploring solutions to complex problems, in areas such as autonomous vehicles, materials science, high-performance computing, advanced controls, and human-machine interaction.

Annual Reports

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News

MSU Innovations Go On Full Display During Research Showcase

April 10, 2025 - STARKVILLE, Miss.—The Magnolia State's leading research university is showcasing groundbreaking ...

MSU Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Names Ed Luke 2025 Distinguished Alumnus

March 21, 2025 - STARKVILLE, Miss.— A three-time Mississippi State University graduate has been chosen as the Department ...

Former Super Bowl Champion Visits MSU for Athlete Engineering Summit

February 17, 2025 - STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State's Athlete Engineering Institute continues to set the pace for ...

$600K DoD Grant Positioning MSU As Leader In Tilt-Wing Aircraft Research

October 14, 2024 - STARKVILLE, Miss.—A Mississippi State engineering study could shape the future of tilt-wing plane ...

MSU, NASA Partnership Recruiting Students, Early Career Scientists For Environmental Research Project

September 5, 2024 - STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State's Office of Research and Economic Development is now recruiting ...

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Associated Research Centers

CAVS Extension

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ISER

Explore the Institute for Systems Engineering Research.

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I2AT

Explore the Institute for Imaging and Analytical Technologies.

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AEI

Explore the Athlete Engineering Institute.

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