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The Future of TIPS
The Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies is establishing itself as a premier institute in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) testing utilizing large and small animal models. The new 112,000 square-foot TIPS facility will include:
- long-term large animal housing for approximately 248 animals
- state-of-the-art surgical and imaging suites
- clinical diagnostic lab space
- support areas
- incubator space for startup companies
- conference rooms
- sponsor workrooms
- large auditorium for meetings/training
The Core Imaging Center is slated to house the most advanced imaging research technology available today in partnership with Philips Imaging. The TIPS imaging center plans to include
- 7 tesla MRI
- 3 tesla MRI with XMR (interventional capabilities)
- 64 slice CT
- cyclotron
- hot lab with associated support areas
- fixed cardiac catheterization lab
The facility will generate and manage digital images through a sophisticated PACS system. The imaging center will operate as a cooperative venture with entities in the Texas A&M University System.
Industry and academic researchers will have access, in one location, to experts in all major fields of medicine, veterinary medicine, bioengineering, statistics, bioinformatics, laboratory animal medicine, business, and regulatory affairs.
TIPS maintains a close working relationship with the Texas A&M University System Office of Technology and Commercialization, which promotes an industry-friendly environment to facilitate industry partnerships and commercialization. In addition, there is strong community support from the Research Valley Partnership economic development group, exemplifying the unlimited economic development opportunities in this 21st century community.