Research Facilities | College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences | The University of Vermont(title)

Housing the engineering, physics, mathematics, and computer science departments, UVM's STEM complex features a diverse spectrum of world-class labs that encourage interdisciplinary inquiry and research.

UVM's completed STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) complex made its campus debut in 2019 as a state-of-the-art facility housing laboratories, classrooms, and research facilities to best prepare our students with hands-on opportunities for learning and research. As a CEMS student, most of your classes will take place here, in some of the most advanced learning spaces in the state, helping you develop your academic interests and preparing you for a promising career.

UVM STEM complex

Features

The STEM complex at UVM sits at the center of campus and includes:

  • Three interconnected buildings housing the engineering, mathematics and statistics, physics, and computer science departments.
  • Twenty state-of-the-art teaching labs
  • Seven media-rich classrooms that foster team-based learning and engaging, problem-based teaching
  • Faculty labs that promote innovation and collaboration
  • Comfortable meeting spaces for student and faculty interaction

Some of our State-of-the-Art Labs

Fabrication Lab (FABLAB)

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An incubator for ideas and a place to engage people’s imaginations, the UVM FabLab makes rapid-prototyping tools available to UVM students and faculty. The lab provides the opportunity for interaction in developing and testing innovative products and designs. We encourage projects that support research, innovation, and creativity, and student work that is supported by coursework and professors. Located in Votey 242, the FabLab houses an expanding collection of the latest rapid-prototyping tools that are readily available to the CEMS community. 

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Prototype Lab

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CEMS Prototype Lab

Located in Votey 125, the Prototype Lab (aka The Machine Shop) is a resource for students and faculty needing assistance with prototyping, specifically metals machining. The shop houses two HURCO CNC's, OMAX Waterjet, mills, lathes, horizontal and vertical band saws, and a welding area. The shop is used by ME081 Mechanical Engineering Shop Experience students and is a resource for student projects and research labs. 

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Device Characterization Teaching Lab

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The groundbreaking Device Characterization Teaching Lab was created through a unique and mutually advantageous collaboration between the University's College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) and GlobalFoundries. The new lab features a suite of scientific testing and analysis equipment donated by GF and heralds an essential phase of the ongoing initiative to prepare students to work in the rapidly expanding field of semiconductors.

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Shared UVM Facilities

Animal Care Management
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Supports biomedical, biological, and behavioral research with a commitment to using animals ethically and compassionately. The University veterinarian provides oversight and clinical care for animals utilized in University teaching and research activities. 

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Biostatistics
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Supports research study design, statistical analysis, and reporting results. 

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Flow Cytometry and Cell Sorting
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Multi-user resource for the high speed analysis and sorting of cells. 

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Genomic Medicine Laboratory
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The Genomic Medicine laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists and certified as compliant with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments. 

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Instrumentation and Model Facility
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Provides functional prototypes, custom instruments, integrated systems, precision parts, and accurate models. 

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Mass Spectrometry
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Provides proteomic analyses focused on quantification of proteins and posttranslational modifications, small molecule quantification, metabolite pattern identification, and measurement of rates and kinetics. 

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Microscopy Imaging Center
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Multi-user resource for sample preparation and collection and analysis of images for biological and materials applications. 

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MRI Center For Biomedical Imaging
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Specializes in functional MRI (fMRI) and neuro imaging and imaging of almost any anatomical structure via state-of-the-art 3T MRI scanner.

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Proteomics Facility
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Provides a central resource of mass spectrometry-based proteomics technologies to identify, characterize, and quantify target proteins in various biological and biomedical samples. 

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Vermont Advanced Computing Center
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Provides rapid access to large-scale advanced computing infrastructure while offering responsive technical support. 

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Vermont Integrative Genomics Resource
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Offers DNA/RNA analysis services, microarray global gene expression profiling, genome-scale next-generation DNA sequencing at the Massively Parallel Sequencing Facility, and bioinformatics genomic sequencing, epigenetic modification, or expression services. 

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