The growth rate of science and engineering (S&E) research space at US biomedical institutions declined 2.2% from fiscal year (FY) 2007 to FY 2009 to comprise 21.8 million net assignable square feet (NASF), according to the NSF’s latest “Science and Engineering Research Facilities” report. The report reflects the latest in a series of surveys that […]

With improving economic data and a potential resolution to the European debt crisis, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and NASDAQ jumped 9.5%, 10.8% and 11.1% in October, respectively. Economic indicators showed expanding US durable goods orders, outside of transportation, and a slightly improved housing sector. Quarterly earnings were mostly positive, and GDP growth […]