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NIH’s SRLM Building: A Hub for Biomedical Innovation and Seamless IntegrationThe National Institutes of Health (NIH)’s new Surgical, Radiological, and Laboratory Medicine (SRLM) Building, located in Bethesda, Maryland, spans 58,530 square meters. As part of the world’s largest biomedical research institution—dedicated to studying disease causes, diagnostics, prevention, and treatments—the facility advances NIH’s mission by creating an inspiring space for scientists, doctors, and patients to collaborate, heal, and innovate.

July 24, 2025, 11:13 am EDT

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Designed by HOK, the building meets NIH’s challenging requirements: it harmoniously blends with existing red-brick structures, connects directly to the current hospital for functional synergy, and avoids obstructing the main hospital building. Its design integrates architecture, engineering, experience design, interior design, landscape design, and sustainable solutions, ensuring both aesthetic coherence and operational efficiency.
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Beyond structural integration, the SRLM Building fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration—critical for accelerating biomedical breakthroughs. Its layout supports seamless transitions between surgical procedures, radiological services, and laboratory research, reducing barriers between clinical care and scientific inquiry.
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By balancing respect for existing campus architecture with modern functionality, the facility not only enhances NIH’s capacity for cutting-edge research and patient care but also embodies the institution’s commitment to advancing human health through innovation and collaboration.