Gist Lab conducts research related to distributed systems and based on small wireless devices. Main works are the study of programming models, communication protocols for wireless networks, security and intermittent processing, always prioritizing devices with resource and energy limitations.

Based on research initiatives, Gist has developed capabilities in various technologies such as – IoT solutions from device to data consumption; Firmware programming for different models of microcontrollers; Wireless communication protocols for some low-power radio technologies such as BLE and IEEE802.15.4; Security in data communication.