
Advancing Designed Environments Through Research
Researchers for Advancement in Designed Environments (RAIDERS) is an interdisciplinary research network co-founded by scholars from five institutions: Illinois State University, South Dakota State University, Texas Tech University, the University of Nevada, and the University of Wisconsin.
The network was formed in response to the growing demand for holistic, evidence-based approaches to environmental design that address the urgent social, ecological, and technological challenges of our time.

Our Mission
Our mission at RAIDERS is to advance knowledge and understanding of designed environments through interdisciplinary research. We are dedicated to providing efficient and effective solutions that optimize processes, promote sustainability, and drive positive change in designed environments.

Our Vission
To be a global leader in environmental design research, fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and education to strengthen the relationship between people and the built environment. RAIDERS aims to create a supportive community of researchers to develop robust methodologies and impactful research.
