Phased vivarium projects for future agility: Program, funding, innovation advantages

To ensure long-term responsiveness in innovation, animal health, research efficacy, and attract and retain top talent well into the future, MD Anderson’s new world-class centralized vivarium is designed to be built in phases. This session examines decision-making criteria, contexts, and design and infrastructure solutions that will ensure operational efficiency and continuity across multiple constructive initiatives. Session leaders set out value-based planning strategies, the application of automation for current operations and future use, and the long-term in research efficacy and attracting and retaining top talent, all of which will serve as a benchmark for vivarium facilities of the future.