Installing a new system to improve cooling efficiency in a building.
Official title: FY24 FACILITIES TO C - 126610 B555 CHILLER VFD INSTALL
Funded at Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. · NIH-11218498 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how adding a special device to the building's cooling system can help keep labs comfortable all year round, save on energy costs, and make maintenance easier, especially when the weather gets colder.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frederick, United States) |
| Project start | May 23, 2024 |
| Project end | November 24, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $905,065 |
| NIH project number | 75N91019D00024-0-759102400019-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11218498 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include laboratories and facilities that require consistent cooling for sensitive equipment throughout the year.
✕Less likely to help
Patients or facilities that do not rely on laboratory cooling systems or operate in climates where cooling is not a concern may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the cooling capabilities of building 555 by installing a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for the existing chiller. The VFD will allow the chiller to operate year-round, addressing the increased heat loads from laboratory equipment. By replacing the previously proposed heat exchanger with the VFD, the project aims to achieve significant energy cost savings and reduce maintenance needs over time. This improvement is crucial for maintaining optimal laboratory conditions, especially during colder months when traditional cooling methods are limited.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this project could lead to more efficient cooling systems in laboratories, resulting in lower energy costs and improved operational reliability.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is focused on facility improvements rather than direct patient care, similar energy efficiency projects have shown success in reducing operational costs in laboratory settings.
Where this research is happening
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Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
Frederick, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Briscoe, Lynn — Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Briscoe, Lynn
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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.