Advanced Vehicle Intelligence & Autonomy

AVIA Lab

We are dedicated to advancing autonomous intelligent systems through the development of cutting-edge technologies that improve safety, optimize time and energy efficiency, and enable adaptability in dynamic, uncertain environments. By leveraging expertise in system dynamics, control theory, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and optimization, we tackle complex challenges in both single- and multi-agent systems.

About AVIA

The Advanced Vehicle Intelligence and Autonomy (AVIA) Lab, directed by Dr. Liang Sun at Baylor University, was established in August 2025 as a continuation of the Autonomous Systems Lab originally founded at New Mexico State University in 2015. AVIA’s vision is to push the frontiers of autonomous systems through integrity-driven and innovative research—developing technologies that glorify God, serve humanity, and inspire students through transformative research experiences and ethical engineering education. The lab name AVIA is also a Hebrew name (אֲבִיָּה) meaning "God is my father." 

Opportunities

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Prospective graduate and undergraduate students are encouraged to contact AVIA lab for available research opportunities.