Kodiak Fisheries Research Center Kodiak, Alaska The Kodiak Fisheries Research Center is a consolidated, multi-agency facility for fisheries research. Locating four State and Federal agencies within a single building provides for research collaboration and cost effective operations. The research center serves as a community resource and provides for educational opportunities. It has been designed for flexibility and to allow for future expansion. Site development is respectful of the natural landscape while optimizing views and preserving the mature spruce forest.
Associate architects are NBBJ of Seattle, Washington.
This facility is a separate building constructed in association with the new Alaska Native Medical Center campus and focuses research on the unique health problems of the north, particularly within the native populations. Laboratory spaces and serum storage areas are located on the first floor with general office space on the second level. Immunology, microbiology, serum, refrigerated and radioisotope laboratories are supported by media preparation, a hood room, autoclave room and lab office spaces. Special attention was directed at creating a functional, pleasing and safe working environment. Design was undertaken in association with NBBJ of Seattle, Washington.