Iowa State’s $141.5M Veterinary Diagnostics Lab Expansion to Transform Animal and Human Health Research
The $141.5M expansion of the Veterinary Diagnostics Lab at Iowa State University is underway, bringing advanced diagnostics and biosecurity measures to support animal and human health. Phase 2 will add 78,500 square feet, featuring state-of-the-art labs and sustainable design, including LEED Gold certification. Funded through federal and state grants and donor contributions, this facility aims to revolutionize veterinary diagnostics and research, handling over 120,000 cases and 1.6 million tests annually. #VeterinaryDiagnostics #AnimalHealth #VetLab
Iowa's Groundbreaking Project: A New Era for Animal Agriculture
Iowa State University heralds a new era in animal agriculture with the launch of a cutting-edge Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL). Positioned at the core of a $32.5 billion industry, this facility bolsters Iowa’s crucial livestock production through state-of-the-art diagnostic services. With the recent completion of the first phase and the imminent start of the second, discover how this $141.4 million project, supported by state and federal funding, is setting the standard for veterinary research in the nation.