Renovating a research facility to support biomedical studies
Modification and Renovation of Vivarium for the Advancement of Institutional Biomedical Research
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTH CAROLINA AGRI & TECH ST UNIV · NIH-10374473
This project is all about upgrading an old research facility at North Carolina A&T to make it a better place for scientists studying health and medicine, so they can do their work more safely and effectively.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTH CAROLINA AGRI & TECH ST UNIV (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (GREENSBORO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10374473 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This project focuses on renovating a 38-year-old vivarium at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to create a modern research facility for biomedical researchers. The renovation aims to address structural and design issues that currently hinder research productivity and compliance with safety standards. By improving the facility's environment, including noise reduction and enhanced cage washing capabilities, the project seeks to support the growing number of researchers at the university and in the Piedmont Triad region. This upgraded facility will enable researchers to conduct animal studies more effectively, ultimately enhancing the quality of biomedical research conducted at the institution.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are biomedical researchers and students at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and surrounding institutions who require access to modern vivarium facilities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in biomedical research or do not require animal studies for their research will not benefit from this renovation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this renovation could significantly enhance the capacity for biomedical research, leading to improved health outcomes and advancements in scientific knowledge.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific renovation is a novel approach, similar upgrades to research facilities have historically led to increased research productivity and success in other institutions.
Where this research is happening
GREENSBORO, UNITED STATES
- NORTH CAROLINA AGRI & TECH ST UNIV — GREENSBORO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GENTRY-APPLE, ANDREA — NORTH CAROLINA AGRI & TECH ST UNIV
- Study coordinator: GENTRY-APPLE, ANDREA
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.