Centralized care and housing for research animals
Biomedical Research Vivarium
This study is all about making sure that animals used in research at Boise State University are well cared for and properly trained, so that scientists can better understand human diseases and improve health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boise State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boise, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11144570 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Biomedical Research Vivarium (BRV) provides essential care and housing for research animals, which are crucial for developing models of human diseases. This facility offers standardized training for new users and advanced training for specialized procedures, ensuring high-quality support for researchers. The BRV is supported by experienced staff and aims to create a sustainable environment for ongoing animal research, benefiting various scientific investigations at Boise State University.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include researchers and scientists working on animal models for human diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a direct connection to animal model studies may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality and reliability of animal models used in biomedical research, leading to better understanding and treatment of human diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research facilities have successfully implemented similar centralized vivarium models, demonstrating their effectiveness in supporting biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
Boise, United States
- Boise State University — Boise, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lundgren, Matt — Boise State University
- Study coordinator: Lundgren, Matt
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.