Foundations for the Future project
Foundations for the Future is a visionary seven-acre expansion project dedicated to pioneering research in three critical areas that will shape the world of tomorrow.
- Neuroscience: Decoding the brain to combat diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
- Brain-Body: Pursuing better patient outcomes by exploring cancer’s whole-body impacts
- NeuroAI: Harnessing the power of the human brain to advance artificial intelligence
Laboratory(Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø) is already known across Long Island and worldwide as a leader in scientific discovery. Now, we are laying the groundwork for further innovation with the potential to improve countless lives.
Phase I of the project, already underway, will provide state-of-the-art facilities for cutting-edge research.
Phase II will expand our role as a global hub for scientific knowledge, with a new Conference Center and Collaborative Research Center.
When is this happening?
The expansion project is currently scheduled to run through Q4 2026. Construction will take place within the hours established under Village of Laurel Hollow regulations.
How will this affect traffic in the area?
While we know there will be some effect on local traffic, we will continue working with the community to help minimize this impact. The project has a construction entrance on Rt. 25A. We have staged flagmen in key areas to help control the flow of traffic and ensure your safety. Additionally, the construction area includes dedicated space to queue and park vehicles onsite.
What else is being done to minimize the impact on our community?
All work is being performed in strict adherence with State environmental laws and Village building regulations. To prevent visual pollution, Laboratoryworked with the Village of Laurel Hollow to plant 350 8-to-10-foot-tall trees along the construction fence facing 25A and Moores Hill Road. As a further precaution, vibration monitors have been installed around campus and at neighboring houses. For more information, see our Safety & Sustainability FAQs.
What safety measures are in place to protect the local community?
- Construction fence surrounds work area
- Entrance limited to one gate
- Gate closed every night and security-monitored during work hours
- Worksite under 24/7 camera surveillance
- All contractors must follow federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
- Precautionary vibration monitors installed in nearby labs and residences
- Important updates will be posted to this website and relayed to community
What environmental precautions are being taken to protect the local environment?
- Regular onsite materials testing to help ensure no hazardous conditions exist
- Sedimentation and erosion control monitored daily and inspected weekly by a third party
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) approved through New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
- Review by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation via the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA)
- State of New York environmental quality review via the full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS)
- Additional reviews conducted by state and local authorities—see General FAQs
How does this project promote health and sustainability within our community?
Laboratoryand its building partners are taking a number of steps to promote a healthful and sustainable working environment. Here are just a few highlights:
The Neuroscience Research Center utilizes a high-efficiency exterior insulation and finish system. This offers exceptional heating and cooling efficiency, significantly reduces energy consumption, and provides superior insulation for enhanced comfort and sustainability. The interior finishes also support building occupant health through improved air quality and acoustics while biophilic design principles seamlessly integrate the structure into its natural surroundings.
The NeuroAI Building employs an innovative approach to mass timber construction, harmoniously uniting sustainably sourced cross-laminated decking and glue-laminated beams to reduce the structure’s carbon footprint. This is achieved through the reduction of manufacturing emissions and the utilization of rapidly renewable materials for carbon sequestration. These construction practices are projected to reduce CO2 emissions by 582 metric tons, which is equivalent to taking 130 gas-powered vehicles off the road.
Who is doing the work?
The architect of Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Foundations for the Future expansion project is Centerbrook Architects & Planners. Centerbrook has worked with Laboratorycontinuously since 1973, designing more than 50 projects on and off of our main campus. Additionally, Laboratoryhas contracted the following firms to complete the construction project.
- Owner’s Representative:
- General Contractor/Construction Manager:
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Which approvals has this project received from state and local authorities?
- Review by the State of New York Division for Historic Preservation of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, with a conclusion of no adverse impact on historic resources.
- Review by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation via the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA).
- State of New York environmental quality review via the full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS)
- Special Use Permit Application approval from the Village of Laurel Hollow
- Tree removal permit from Village of Laurel Hollow
- Building Permit for PROJECT 1A – Rind Road, Bridge Lot & Site Utilities
Where can I get more information?
For more information on the Foundations for the Future project and its impact on our local community, please contact Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Public Relations team at 516-367-8455 or email foundations@cshl.edu. You can also find Laboratorystories related to the Foundations for the Future on this web page—see News.
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The science behind Ozempic and Wegovy
July 11, 2024
Rockefeller University geneticist Jeffrey Friedman speaks about obesity’s causes and treatments at Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Brain-Body Physiology Symposium.
Recapping Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s 88th Symposium
July 10, 2024
Thought leaders from around the world came together at Laboratoryto share and discuss the latest research in brain-body physiology.
President’s essay: The continuous cycle of discovery
May 30, 2024
LaboratoryPresident & CEO Bruce Stillman discusses our institution’s societal impacts and global connections as forces for further scientific progress.
Tour Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Foundations for the Future project
May 9, 2024
Join New York Governor Kathy Hochul and LaboratoryPresident & CEO Bruce Stillman for an aerial tour of Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Foundations for the Future expansion project.
Governor Hochul announces $15 million for Laboratoryexpansion
May 9, 2024
The funding will help pay for a new pancreatic cancer center—part of Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Foundations for the Future project.
David Klindt joins LaboratoryneuroAI team
April 25, 2024
The new assistant professor will study how our brains navigate a continuously changing sensory environment: His goal: build more sensible AI.
COO Report: One for the record books
January 3, 2024
In 2023, Laboratoryrevenues achieved their second highest level ever.
Breaking new ground: For science and society
November 13, 2023
Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Foundations for the Future campaign will propel the institution’s bioscience research and education programs to new heights and maximal impact.
Foundations for the Future: Blueprint for tomorrow
November 13, 2023
Â鶹´«Ã½ÉçÇø’s Advancement team provides an overview of the institution’s newly launched seven-acre expansion project.
Last update: May 1, 2024