The goal of the Geosystems Engineering Laboratiry is to become the best geotechnical research facility world wide. Our novel approach combines conventional geotechnics with modern theories and newly developed techniques. We focus on the microscale aspect of geo-materials – which is necessary for understanding meso- to macro-scale behavior – by defining the fundamental physics of particulate material behavior and complementing theory with systematic experiments to develop a level of understanding beyond the confines of Terzaghian soil mechanics. Currently, the Geosystems Engineering Laboratory is conducting research in three main areas. First, we are performing studies centered on the mechanisms controlling manifold ground behavior (soil/rock) at the microscale. Second, we are utilizing wave-based techniques (elastic and electromagnetic waves) to gain fundamental insight into geophysical characterization theory and its application, Consequently, we have developed various application techniques such as 4-D tomography and tunnel-ahead prediction. Finally, we are exploring safe, efficient and economic methods to design, construct and monitor large underground structure i.e. tunnels. We have studied and proposed a systematic pre-improvement method. Our laboratory is equipped with a wide variety of research facilities from conventional mechanical equipment to cutting edge smart sensor systems. We also regularly collaborate with faculty in other engineering disciplines, major construction companies and well-known research institutions.