UP TO THE CHALLENGE
As research projects increase, so does the need for EH&S services.
We met the challenges head on in 2013, a year in which we incinerated the most material ever, collected the most chemical containers in over a decade, grew Animal Biosafety Level 3 (ABSL3) space by over 2,200 square feet, and created an innovative program for Select Agent security.
Incineration saved Iowa State University over $137,000 when compared to the cost of off-site disposal.
EH&S worked together with faculty and Facilities Planning and Management to open a new ABSL3 facility. This $3.8 million investment added 2,223 ft2 of high-containment space for emerging infectious disease research.
EH&S led a collaborative effort with Human Resources, University Counsel, Vice President for Research, and the Office for Responsible Research to implement new Select Agent Tier 1 Suitability Assessment regulations. This comprehensive program creates a safer community and prevents insider threats from harming people and resources.
Outstanding Team
I would like to say a big "Thank You" to [EH&S] for your help with my research. Without your help we would not have been able to accomplish our research goal. [You] have an outstanding team who is very willing to help out. I applaud your service to the ISU community.
Dr. Walter Hsu, Professor of Biomedical Sciences
Iowa State University