Research at MCAST has gained significant momentum in the last few years, which has seen a boom in applied research projects spanning across a variety of research areas and disciplines. Following the establishment of the MCAST Research Framework, including the engagement of a new research management team, MCAST lecturers now have the continuous support to develop their research ideas into full-fledged projects.

Despite the limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, MCAST rose to the challenge and hosted a research and innovation expo to mark its 20th anniversary within a novel immersive 3D virtual campus environment. The platform engaged researchers and participants, allowing each individual to interact digitally with colleagues as customizable avatars.