Vivariums, Specialized Housing & Procedure Rooms

At the Tufts Boston Health Sciences Center, we provide two state-of-the-art AAALAC-accredited vivariums and a range of specialized research spaces designed to support a broad spectrum of scientific inquiries. Our facilities are equipped to handle diverse research needs with precision and care.

Our Facilities Include:

• Rodent Facility: Spanning 22,000 square feet, this facility is dedicated to rodent research, featuring numerous animal holding rooms and nearly 1:1 procedure rooms for efficient integration of housing and procedures. Key features include:
  • Isoflurane anesthesia machines
  • Circulating hot water heating pads
  • Exam lights
  • Glass bead sterilizers
  • Scales
  • Central vacuum and CO2 systems
  • Lockable cabinets and drawers
  • Class II biological safety cabinets
• Mixed Animal Facility: Covering 11,000 square feet, this space supports various species including rodents, rabbits, ferrets, pigs, sheep, goats, and other non-primate animals.

Designed to maintain a specific pathogen-free (SPF) environment, these rooms house animals free of defined pathogens. Procedures to prevent contamination include filter-top cages, vented cage racks, and stringent PPE requirements. Animals of unknown health status are kept under quarantine to ensure biosecurity.

Equipped for both animal survival surgeries and non-anesthetic studies, our operating rooms offer versatile solutions for a range of surgical and procedural needs. These rooms are designed for precision and flexibility in performing complex procedures.