CIHM facility
The Center for Investigating Healthy Minds at the Waisman Center is grounded in the belief that our space should embody the contemplative qualities we wish to cultivate. In addition to promoting our research through proven, high-impact scientific channels, the Center also subsidizes outreach programs and educational seminars that translate its research into mainstream language, making it useful for children, caregivers, educators, and health care professionals and the public at large.
The transformation of space
The CIHM is currently building its 3600 square foot facility within the Waisman Center. Upon completion, the Center will serve as the world’s first translational research facility equipped with a brain imaging lab and meditation space under one roof.
Within the facility is individual space for students, researchers and staff, and meeting and gathering areas, but its centerpiece will be the intimate, thoughtfully designed meditation space. Often referred to as the Center’s sacred space, this meditation room provides a space where contemplative interventions and research can be carried out.
Project estimated timeline:
• Design Approval date October 26, 2009
• 100% Review Plans November 25
• Final DSF Review Complete December 7
• Bidding Documents Issued December 11
• Bidding January 16 - February 16
• Construction Start April 26
• Substantial Completion Mid August
• Occupancy Mid September 2010
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