Boston University CILSE

Boston University CILSE

Boston University’s Center for Integrated Life Sciences and Engineering (CILSE) is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the advancement of neuroscience research, systems and synthetic biology, housing a satellite vivarium, and featuring a cognitive neuroimaging center.

During the design phase, the magnetic field emission profiles of CILSE’s main and distributive electrical systems were meticulously modeled. The impact of the building’s switchgear, located directly above the neuroscience research and imaging center, was crucially assessed. Custom-manufactured equipment was reviewed in collaboration with users, and a stringent maximum magnetic field criterion was established to safeguard sensitive instrumentation from high electromagnetic fields. As a result, magnetic shielding systems were engineered for all affected laboratory spaces, ensuring optimal protection.

Post-installation, an extensive EMI survey was conducted to validate the effectiveness of the shielding. Time-dependent data was gathered from 81 locations, including the sanitized behavioral suites, and 60 Hz mapping data was recorded in areas shielded from the main power distribution systems. The successful mitigation of all electromagnetic interference (EMI) was confirmed, ensuring a pristine environment for cutting-edge research.

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