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New Lab Simulates Orbit to Test 3D-Printed Materials
Researchers at the University of Glasgow have built the world’s first dedicated facility—the NextSpace TestRig—designed to simulate extreme space conditions in a custom vacuum chamber to test the structural integrity of 3D-printed materials for in-orbit manufacturing
Navigating the International Building Code’s “New” Requirements for Higher Education Laboratories
Recent updates to the International Building Code, including the introduction of Section 428, allow higher education laboratories to exceed previous hazardous material limits while maintaining Group B occupancy, offering greater design flexibility and alignment with modern lab practices without compromising safety or compliance
A Cutting-Edge Hub for Coastal Science at William & Mary
Chesapeake Bay Hall at William & Mary integrates research, education, and advisory services, featuring specialized labs for coastal and marine sciences, advanced sustainability strategies, and flexible spaces to foster interdisciplinary collaboration—all built with a focus on the site’s environmental sensitivities and cultural history
Seattle’s Biotech Scene Gets a Boost with Life Sciences Lease
UW Medicine’s Institute for Protein Design, led by Nobel Laureate Dr. David Baker, has signed a lease at 330 Yale in Seattle’s South Lake Union, marking the first major life sciences lease of 2025 and reinforcing the area’s status as a rising biotech hub
Lab Design Conference Tour Preview: Colorado School of Mines
Don’t miss your chance to go behind the scenes at the 2025 Lab Design Conference in Denver—secure your ticket for an exclusive tour of Colorado School of Mines’ cutting-edge research facilities, where innovative architecture meets the future of interdisciplinary science and engineering
Morehead State Expands Vet Tech Facilities to Support Growth, Safety, and Student Success
Morehead State University is expanding and renovating its veterinary technology facilities to support program growth, enhance student learning, and improve animal and human well-being through modernized, Fear-Free design elements
Lab Design Conference Speaker Profile: Dwayne Henry
At the 2025 Lab Design Conference in Denver, Dwayne Henry of Montgomery College will discuss communication strategies, challenges, and collaborative techniques from an end user's perspective throughout the lifespan of an academic science building project
Queen's University Belfast to Open New Boeing-Funded Aerospace Lab
Boeing has made a significant investment in Queen’s University Belfast to establish the Boeing Material Characterisation and Processing Laboratory, strengthening the university’s leadership in aerospace engineering and providing students with cutting-edge tools and technology for industry-ready skills
Building for the Future at CSU San Marcos
The Integrated Science and Engineering Building at CSU San Marcos supports the university’s growing STEM programs with flexible, sustainable, and future-proof teaching and research spaces, fostering collaboration between students, faculty, and industry professionals
Inside the University of Glasgow’s State-of-the-Art Magnetism Lab
The University of Glasgow’s new magnetism lab, featuring a custom-designed MuRoom, eliminates external interference to enable advanced biomagnetic research for medical diagnostics, neurotechnology, and human-computer interaction