Hogan Hall Earth & Planetary Sciences Renovation expands Northwestern University laboratory capacity with 8,000 sf of specialized geochemistry, geobiology, and mineral physics labs across multiple floors. This Analytical Facility for Interdisciplinary Research includes sedimentary geochemistry, aqueous geochemistry, Quaternary sediment analysis, organic geochemistry, IRMS, TIMS radiogenic isotope labs, microbial culturing, high-pressure/high-temperature mineral physics, and a full rock/core preparation facility.
Campus-Coordinated Construction
Dual shifts aligned with university class schedules enabled major MEP upgrades while keeping Hogan Hall operational—students active on floors directly above and below. Compressed gas, nitrogen, natural gas, chilled water, steam, and electrical services expanded to new labs with minimal utility shutdowns. German equipment manufacturers collaborated for radiogenic isotope clean lab integration using fiberglass doors and non-ferrous materials.
Equipment Mock-Up Innovation
A full-scale mock-up of the largest microscope confirmed freight elevator fit and final positioning—eliminating exterior wall openings, demolition, delays, and change orders.
