Modernization of Sterilization Equipment to Support Research at Emory National Primate Research Center

Abstract To meet the current and projected future research demand (over $94 million in research grants in FY24), the Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is proposing to acquire a modern chlorine dioxide-based sterilizer for ensuring continuous research support. The proposed new sterilizer will provide a safer unit for personnel and a more environmentally friendly unit that adheres to both new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommendations. In addition, the new sterilizer has a larger capacity to hold more instruments per cycle and a significantly shorter cycle time which will allow the EPC to improve efficiency in processing. Providing sterilization support is critical to support the EPC’s robust translational research programs focusing on infectious disease, neuroscience and transplant medicine. Purchasing this chlorine dioxide-based sterilizer will allow the EPC to provide continuous support to advance NIH-funded research for both internal and external collaborators, while increasing operational efficiency, creating a safer workplace, and protecting the environment.