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Looking back and looking forward at Janelia
Gerald M Rubin1, Erin K O'Shea2
1Janelia Research Campus, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Ashburn, United States.
Elife
|February 8, 2019
Summary
Janelia Research Campus, established 12 years ago, reflects on its achievements and lessons learned. This evaluation informs future strategic directions for scientific innovation and research campus development.
Area of Science:
- Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Neuroscience Research
Background:
- The establishment of novel research institutions requires long-term evaluation.
- Janelia Research Campus opened 12 years ago, initiating a unique model for scientific exploration.
Observation:
- Assessing the impact and operational effectiveness of a newly founded research campus.
- Analyzing the successes and areas for improvement in scientific infrastructure and research programs.
Findings:
- Janelia has fostered a unique research environment over its first 12 years.
- Key achievements and lessons learned are being documented to guide future endeavors.
Implications:
- The Janelia model offers insights into building effective, long-term scientific research environments.
- Future directions will leverage past experiences to enhance scientific discovery and collaboration.
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