Why is this NIAID facility needed at Fort Detrick?
Having this facility on Fort Detrick enhances NIAID efforts to expand its biodefense research agenda by capitalizing on the already well-established cooperation between NIAID and USAMRIID scientists. The proximity at Fort Detrick to researchers with expertise in infectious diseases related to biodefense and other emerging infections, as well as the nearby USAMRIID facilities, will provide a critical part of the foundation for the research and development program that is NIAID’s mandate. In addition, the location at Fort Detrick will minimize replication of costly support services. The location for the Integrated Research Facility at Fort Detrick was approved specifically for these reasons.
