Chemistry and Biology to be Housed in Integrated Science Center
So the first question you have to be asking yourself is, "what is an integrated science center?"
Well, up until about eight months ago we didn't know either, but the vision of the College is to now integrate a number of the sciences in a multi-phase project that will provide for enhanced collaborations and interdisciplinary initiatives.
Fortunately, the Chemistry Department will be the first to occupy the initial phase of this project, which is slated to be completed sometime in early 2008. A new four-floor wing will be attached perpendicular to the west end of Rogers (the end adjacent to Millington) and extend all the way down to Landrum Drive. Chemistry will occupy the middle two floors, a new vivarium will be on the ground floor, and biology research labs will be on the top floor. While the overall floor plan and space is less than ideal due to budget constraints, the overall value of the project to the future of the department provides substantial compensation.
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