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Texas A&M Partners with M.D. Anderson on National Center for Therapeutic Manufacturing
Texas A&M University is partnering with M.D. Anderson Cancer Center to build the National Center for Therapeutic Manufacturing. The 153,000-sf research and development complex is under construction in College Station with completion expected in late 2011. Designed to accelerate the development of oncology therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, the facility will provide research labs, biological pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, and modular cleanroom pods.
University of Colorado Hospital Plans Aurora Expansion
University of Colorado Hospital is planning to build a second patient tower on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colo. The $400 million building will provide inpatient and emergency care, surgical suites, and diagnosis and treatment facilities. Occupancy is expected in 2013. The 720,000-sf project includes 660,000 sf of new construction and 60,000 sf of renovated space.
Taylor University Breaks Ground on Euler Science Complex
Taylor University broke ground on the $41.7 million Greg and Mary Fran Euler Science Complex in May of 2010. The 137,000-sf facility will provide advanced facilities for research and teaching. The construction manager for the project is GDH of Indianapolis, a subsidiary of The Hagerman Group. LEED sustainable design certification will be sought for the facility, which will utilize wind and solar energy. Occupancy is slated for fall of 2012.
Banner Alzheimer's Institute Expands Research Labs
Banner Alzheimer’s Institute is initiating an expansion of its Phoenix research facilities. Supported by $6.5 million in federal stimulus funding, the 18,000-sf project will house advanced imaging instrumentation for the study of neurological diseases and cancer. Occupancy is expected in fall of 2011.
Saskatchewan Disease Control Laboratory Opens in Regina
The $55.5 million Saskatchewan Disease Control Laboratory opened in Regina on May 18, 2010. Located in the University of Regina’s Innovation Place research park, the secure facility provides CL3 laboratories for the study of infectious diseases. Designed by P3 Architects, the laboratory is constructed with robust HVAC systems, HEPA filtration, vibration isolation, and an effluent decontamination system. LEED certification will be sought for the laboratory, which features an advanced building envelope, automatic lighting, and rainwater harvesting.