Research precincts: Capital-aligned renovation strategies for growth in existing footprints

Demand for animal resources and shared core facilities is up, but capital resources are strained; Master planning for research needs and facility assets has never been more critical. Session leaders use a case study from Penn State University to illustrate facility use and condition data gathering, user group input, and research growth projections to establish a practical short- and long-term phased program growth roadmap. They detail a series of renovation initiatives, leveraging new equipment capabilities, updated space use models, and temporary housing options. They illustrate how to prioritize projects, and implementation methods that minimize program impacts.