The Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation (CIVS)
Founded in 2009, the Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation (CIVS) is a multidisciplinary center that combines advanced simulation techniques with 3D visualization and virtual-reality technologies.
CIVS is a globally recognized university research center that uses advanced simulation and visualization techniques and technologies to develop and implement innovative solutions in many areas, such as:
Energy Efficiency
Safety
Production
Facility Planning
Workforce Development
Reliability & Maintenance
Operational Efficiency
Digital Transformation
+ Many More
CIVS has worked with faculty, students, industry, and the community to develop innovative solutions for a wide variety of issues. We’ve collaborated with more than 160 external organizations, producing more than $40 million in savings. CIVS staff and students regularly engage in projects that make significant contributions:
416+ Projects
$32+ Million in Research Grants and Contracted Work
$40+ Million in Savings and Cost Avoidance
486+ Technical Papers
170+ External Collaborator Organizations
150+ Purdue Faculty and Staff Collaborators
CIVS Goals and Objectives
To collaborate with faculty and staff in developing research and education activities in visualization and simulation by:
- Providing technical support to research staff and research assistants
- Providing facilities and seed grants
- Helping with proposal writing including developing ideas, identifying collaborators, identifying funding sources, organizing and reviewing proposals, and providing supporting letters, etc.
- Acquire more external funding and grants for the long-term sustainability of CIVS
- Maintain a nationally recognized presence
- Provide resources for education, community, and industry outreach
- Provide an experiential learning experience to students
- Continuously develop infrastructures and technologies