New and renovated vivaria: Best practices, emerging metrics, lessons Learned

Organizations launching animal research facility construction or renovation initiatives will be well-equipped for success by incorporating the design and operating lessons and space metrics laid out in this session. Presenters illustrate the evolution in flexible design solutions in response to shifts in species, changes in research focus, and technology advances. They profile the latest trends in architecture and engineering planning and design metrics, and the efficiencies now achievable in new and renovated facilities. They distill findings and best practices on animal holding, animal care, laboratory configuration, and critical support spaces.