Research laboratory space (both wet and dry) is a high-value asset for 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ that needs to be assessed, allocated and reallocated in a reasonable and objective manner to support the university strategic research objectives. Priority is given to research activities that are most productive and advance the University's mission in the most effective manner.

To request access or reserve laboratory/office space, contact Kris Davidson, executive director of research infrastructure at kris.davidson@unlv.edu.

How Space Usage Is Determined

A Research Space Committee is established to evaluate interdisciplinary space usage, including (but not limited to) the following:

  • Science and Engineering Building
  • Harry Reid Center
  • Campus Lab Building 3
  • Accelerator Lab Building
  • Animal Care Facility

These spaces are managed by the vice president for research (VPR). Other research spaces located within college buildings are considered to be managed by the dean of the respective department. Due to limited research space, the deans also manage these spaces effectively and efficiently to best serve the university’s research objectives.

VPR-Managed Spaces

Space managed by the VPR is reviewed annually, or as necessary, by the VPR Space Committee. Space allocation discussions are initially focused around research expenditures, proposal activity, and student support and matriculation, and lab activity and efficiency. Other factors may be considered if an allocation warrants further consideration.

Based on the Research Space Committee’s recommendations, the VPR will make space decisions and share them with the appropriate dean(s) and the Office of Space Management. It is the dean’s responsibility to notify affected faculty and discuss alternative research space options within their division, if required. The overall needs of the campus will take priority over the individual needs of units.

Research Space Committee Composition

Voting Members
  • Dean of the College of Engineering or designee
  • Dean of the College of Sciences or designee
  • Faculty representative from the College of Engineering who does not occupy space in these facilities
  • Faculty representative from the College of Sciences who does not occupy space in these facilities
  • Associate vice president for research or designee
  • Executive vice president and provost/space management representative
  • Other deans of faculty representatives as deemed appropriate by the VPR
Non-voting Members

Non-voting members include managers for SEB, HRC, CLB-3, ALB, and the Animal Care Facility. They are invited to provide background information and data for decision-making.

Research Space Committee Meetings

The Office of the VPR will schedule meetings and provide data in advance related to research metrics.