Centralized care and housing for research animals
Official title: Biomedical Research Vivarium
Funded at Boise State University · NIH-11144570 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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 start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $62,433 |
| NIH project number | 5P30GM154497-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11144570 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include researchers and scientists working on animal models for human diseases.
✕Less likely to help
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.
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.
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 gone: Other research facilities have successfully implemented similar centralized vivarium models, demonstrating their effectiveness in supporting biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
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Boise State University
Boise, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lundgren, Matt — Boise State University
- Study coordinator: Lundgren, Matt
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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.