--- title: February 2024 Newsletter - Science & Research description: Matz Collaborative Architects February 2024 Newsletter featuring the firm's work in science and research. --- [News ](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news) # [February 2024 Newsletter - Science & Research](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news/february-2024-newsletter-science-research) Written by [Matz Collaborative](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news/author/matz-collaborative) | Jul 17, 2024 6:56:57 PM | | | --- | | ## Science and Research This month, we are thrilled to showcase the innovative projects and advancements we have made in designing state-of-the-art science and research spaces for higher education institutions. Our commitment to creating conducive environments for cutting-edge research and discovery is evident throughout our process. | | --- |   | | | --- | | ## [Morrill Trace Metals Laboratory](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/portfolio/morrill-trace-metals-research-laboratory?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g)   This laboratory project creates a two level clean room environment to limit the exposure to specific elements.  Heavy acids used in the ‘high level’ lab require specialized laboratory equipment for safe handling and use.   [VIEW PROJECT](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/portfolio/morrill-trace-metals-research-laboratory?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g) | | --- |     | | | --- | | ## [Falmouth Anechoic Testing Chamber](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/portfolio/falmouth-anechoic-chamber?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g)   Specialized testing facilities like this anechoic chamber are as much logistics as design.  Our team helped coordinate the chamber and enabling infrastructure for this installation.     [VIEW PROJECT](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/portfolio/falmouth-anechoic-chamber?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g) | | --- | | | | --- | | ## [Zebrafish Tank Suite](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/portfolio/zebrafish-tank-suite?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g)   Co-located with a state of the art genetics research laboratory, this Zebrafish Tank Suite not only serves as a habitat for these Zebrafish, but also offers state-of-the-art research facilities for conducting groundbreaking research.   [VIEW PROJECT](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/portfolio/zebrafish-tank-suite?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g) | | --- | | # IN OTHER NEWS: | | --- | | | | --- | | ## Open Play Padel and Pickleball coming soon! ### Currently in Design Updates to follow about a new Pickleball and Padel center in Hopkinton, MA.  Subscribe below or follow our[ Instagram page](https://www.instagram.com/matzcollaborative/?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g) for updates.   [Sneak Peek](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news/open-play-pickleball-and-padel-club?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g) Image credit: ©Tomas Hoyos   | | --- | | | | --- | | ## UMass Dartmouth Innovation Center ### Currently in Design Stay tuned for exciting developments on the upcoming engineering innovation center at UMD's Textiles building.  A very exciting engineering and science hub we are happy to be a part of.   [Sneak Peek](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news/umd-robotics-innovation-sneak-peek?utm_campaign=Higher%20Education&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=296297036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9Jdov23aPYVwEwkDmRoZL0WaXdYfeeMghcG3PK7w2apRhYUUkOUSgVT8nzRtJGCYH_t-Soe68Ij8Vo0VGHYDiKXsCvYI3MbHqxHUtWsFHN6ZCYt_g) | | --- |       [View full post](https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news/february-2024-newsletter-science-research) ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Matz Collaborative" }, "dateModified" : "2024-07-30T15:26:14.327Z", "datePublished" : "2024-07-17T18:56:57Z", "headline" : "February 2024 Newsletter - Science & Research", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 4912, "url" : "https://21140309.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21140309/Olney%20308%20Lab%20UMass%20Lowell%2020200123%20%C2%A9Keitaro%20Yoshioka%20%20009-3.jpg", "width" : 7360 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://www.matzcollaborative.com/news/february-2024-newsletter-science-research", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 60, "url" : "/hs/hsstatic/content_shared_assets/static-1.4092/img/default-amp-logo.png", "width" : 60 }, "name" : "News" } } ```