LEED - Interdisciplinary Science & Technology Bldg. 1

Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building I provides flexible laboratories with adjoining workspace for bioengineering; neural engineering; and molecular, tissue and cell engineering research to develop artificial organs, biomaterials, and diagnostic and therapeutic devices. One laboratory explores “smart” implant devices that locate and stimulate specific brain regions helping impaired individuals power robotic arms or alleviate seizures in Parkinson’s patients.

LEED Features:

Drywells that reduce storm water runoff on the site by 25%; Reflective pavements and roofing which reduce the urban heat island effect Natural and drought-resistant landscaping which reduces the site’s irrigation needs by 50% Waterless urinals and low-flow fixtures that reduce water consumption by 37% Provides the infrastructure for 36% of its occupants to store their bikes on site Over 60% of the waste generated during the construction of this building was recycled A large portion of construction materials contain recycled content and/or were regionally manufactured

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