The momentum towards completing the Falling Leaves Foundation Medical Innovation Building continues to grow, with notable developments to report. The interior build-out of Levels 2 through 4 is advancing steadily, and the implementation of fire suppression systems and fire alarms is underway across Levels 1 through 6. The overhead HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems are being fitted throughout the building, providing a critical foundation for the facility’s operational functionalities. Progress on the exterior glazing system is ongoing, significantly enhancing the building’s visual appeal and energy efficiency. On the building’s north side, the placement of pre-cast panels has begun. The service elevator installation is underway, marking a significant milestone in the building’s functional planning. We are pleased to announce the completion of the loading dock canopy. The fully assembled mock-up is undergoing thorough reviews, ensuring the construction quality aligns with our rigorous standards of excellence and sustainability. Every stage of this project brings us closer to realizing our vision for the Falling Leaves Foundation Medical Innovation Building. Learn more about this interdisciplinary research hub here.
The 215,000-square-foot Falling Leaves Foundation Medical Innovation Building (FLFMIB), part of the Health Sciences District, is scheduled to open in 2025. Made possible by a generous $30 million lead gift from Professor Robert Mah & Dr. Adeline Yen Mah’s Falling Leaves Foundation, FLFMIB will be among the largest buildings on the West Coast dedicated to basic and translational research and training. The edifice’s design embodies UCI’s One Health no-silos approach to world-changing progress. Created in every aspect for collaborative “bench to bedside” research, elite teams of UCI investigators working on some of the world’s most intractable health problems will join forces in leading-edge labs that facilitate groundbreaking multidisciplinary discovery. Twelve high-impact, interdisciplinary research programs have been selected for the new building and adjacent space. To enter the building, programs must have significant potential to transform the face of biomedical research, patient care and public health. Moreover, programs must also meet philanthropic targets. To learn about supporting programs for FLFMIB, contact Caroline Pereira at 949-824-5577 or caroline.pereira@uci.edu.
