CMU Vivarium

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The vivarium at Central Michigan University, located in the BioScience Building, spans nearly 5,000 square feet and is designed with adaptability and research excellence in mind. Rooms feature an open floor plan to accommodate a wide range of research setups and study types. A dedicated procedure room supports testing, microscopy, and sample processing. Two large holding rooms are available with ample space for equipment, cleaning stations, and group procedures such as necropsies or specimen preparation.

The facility is secured with FOB key-restricted access, including separate permissions for each research room, ensuring a secure and controlled environment. In the event of a power outage, the entire vivarium is backed by generator power to maintain continuity of care and research integrity.

 

 

This vivarium is designed to support your research from start to finish, giving you the tools and environment you need to produce reliable, high-quality results. With precise control over temperature, humidity, lighting, and access, you can focus on your work without worrying about inconsistent conditions or compromised study integrity.

Whether you're running a long-term study or training the next generation of scientists, this facility gives you the flexibility and stability to do both

 

 

Research Room Features:

  • Epoxy-coated walls and floors for durability and cleanliness
  • 8” sand-filled insulated walls to reduce noise and vibration
  • Temperature control ranging from ~67°F to 82°F
  • Side-wall trench floor drains for efficient cleaning
  • Dimmable lighting to simulate dawn and dusk cycles
  • Programmable lighting to reflect different geographic conditions
  • Dechlorinated and RO water access at multiple points
  • Compressed air line for oxygen delivery
  • Twelve GFI-protected 110v electrical outlets for equipment needs

Environmental Chambers:

  • Insulated fiberglass walls with epoxy concrete floors
  • Precision temperature control from 34°F to 104°F (±0.3°F)
  • Relative humidity control from 10% to 95% (±2%)
  • Continuous monitoring with alarm notifications for parameter deviations
  • Dechlorinated and RO water spigots
  • Compressed airline for oxygen supplementation
  • Adjustable T5 light canopy with wall-mount options and independent controls (2 chambers)