Upcoming Events

Link Lab 2026 Research Day
We're excited to invite you to the UVA Link Lab Research Day 2026—a day dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge research in Cyber-Physical Systems that address real-world challenges. This full-day event will bring together industry leaders, government stakeholders, and academic researchers to explore impactful collaborations and the future of CPS innovation.
Additional information and registration details can be found on the Research Day website.
Friday, September 25, 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm
Link Lab Olsson Hall
Past Events


📅 Friday, May 8, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Olsson Hall – 2nd Floor
Please join us on Friday, May 8th for the Distinguished Research Award presentation. This Leidos-sponsored award recognizes a Ph.D. student who demonstrates exceptional research quality in cyber-physical systems with in the Link Lab. Awarded once per semester, this honor is given to a Ph.D. candidate who has successfully defended their dissertation proposal and has conducted significant research toward their doctoral dissertation.

Link Lab Spring Open House & Reception
Thursday, April 2, 2026
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Link Lab, Olsson Hall
Join us for an inside look at the UVA Engineering Link Lab - meet faculty and students, explore interactive demos and research showcases, and connect over a catered reception.
- Tour the UVA Engineering Link Lab
- Meet faculty and students across engineering disciplines
- Explore interactive demos and research
- Enjoy a catered reception
Link Lab is located on the 2nd floor of Olsson Hall (151 Engineer's Way). MAP Free parking for attendees in the Scott Stadium (E3) lots.
No RSVP required.
For questions, please contact Kelley Tobler at [email protected].

Virginia Robotics Symposium
The Virginia Robotics Symposium (VRS) brings together robotics researchers from across the state of Virginia. VRS is a one-day event with research talks, poster presentations, and social activities. The goal of VRS is to build connections, disseminate research ideas, and facilitate the creation of large, multi-institutional, and interdisciplinary teams across the Commonwealth.
Learn More >
Friday, November 14, 2025
9:30am - 5:00pm
Link Lab Olsson Hall

Link Lab 2025 Research Day
We're excited to invite you to the UVA Link Lab Research Day 2025—a day dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge research in Cyber-Physical Systems that address real-world challenges. This full-day event will bring together industry leaders, government stakeholders, and academic researchers to explore impactful collaborations and the future of CPS innovation.
Friday, October 24, 2025
10:00am - 6:00pm
Link Lab Olsson Hall
Closing Reception at the Historical Montebello
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Link Lab Industry Open House & Reception
We invite Industry and Government to join us for a special opportunity to visit the Link Lab this spring! Connect with faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students while exploring live demos, research posters, and engaging discussions over a catered reception.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 4-6PM
Link Lab Olsson Hall
Second Floor
If you plan to attend, please take a moment to complete the appropriate RSVP form.
Industry/Government - please RSVP HERE
UVA students, faculty, and staff - please RSVP HERE