Working closely with GB Sciences and Louisiana State University Ag Center, CWA designed Louisiana’s first-of-its-kind plant-based medical cultivation and extraction facility. To reduce the overall cost and execution time of the project, the project team converted an old bottling manufacturing facility into a 36,000 SF manufacturing and research space for the Users. The renovation created a facility where:
• Plants are cultivated for and researched by LSUAg Center.
• Pharmaceutical-based research and production of medicinal products occur in a highly controlled and secure environment that exceeds state regulations.
• Flexibility is realized so the facility can accommodate needs as research expands patient options.
• Medical innovation is supported by a facility that has both private and public areas.
• The arrangement allows GB Sciences to invite visitors from governmental and private sectors worldwide to interact.
• Educational opportunities are supported through private-public partnership arrangements.