The MPS Studio is Duke's home for developing and experiencing Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR).
The MPS features resources for VR and game development, 3D modeling and object scanning, as well as video and photo editing. The MPS is free and open to anyone at Duke, regardless of experience, affiliation (student/staff/faculty), or field of study. Staff members are on hand to orient you to the space and help you get started.
Where to Find the MPS?
You can find the MPS studio in Room 006 on the lower level of Perkins/Bostock Library, down the hall from the Link.
Perkins Library
411 Chapel Dr
Hours
Perkins Library Hours:
https://library.duke.edu/about/hours/perkins
The main room is open whenever the library is open.
Side rooms and some resources are only available during staffed hours.
What is at the MPS?
Amenities
Main Studio
- High End PC VR workstations
- VR Headsets (staffed hours only)
- iMacs
Dedicated VR Dev Suite (Reservable)
VR Movement Suite (in progress)
- High End PC VR workstation
- VR Treadmill
- VR Exercise Bike (coming soon)
Software
- Game engines: Unity, Unreal
- 3D Modeling: Maya, 3dsMax, Blender, Sketchup
- Adobe Creative Suite: Premier, Photoshop, Illustrator
Reservations & Loans
The equipment below is available through reservation or in consultation with our staff:
Reservable rooms:
- VR Dev Suite
- VR Movement Suite
Visit the lab and talk to our consultants or email us for further inquiry
Other Services
The MPS also offers services for faculty and groups:
- VR Development for faculty-led projects (email us for more information)
- Tours/VR experiences for Academic courses or other groups
Need Help Getting Started?
TOOL RESERVATION EMAIL
We currently handle reservations and loans via email. Please email us at mpslab@duke.edu for more information, or visit the lab and talk with our consultants.