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Institute for Building Sciences
University:	Florida A&M University
Director:	Andrew D Chin
Address:	Room A-232-H School of Architecture + Engineering Technology Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1938 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32307-4200
Phone:	(850) 599-3244
Fax:	(850) 599-3436
E-mail:	andrew.chin@famu.edu
URL:	http://www.famu.edu/index.cfm?Architecture
Type:	University Institute or Center
Mission:	The Institute for Building Sciences (IBS) is the coordinator of all research and service activity conducted in the School of Architecture + Engineering Technology. Its purpose is to foster and coordinate projects that improve the built environment and the lives of residents. Projects address issues of community planning and economic development; historic preservation; building codes and standards; and building design, construction, maintenance, and operations. The Institute involves faculty, students, and outside professionals in these activities.
Research Descriptors:	Construction Engineering Environmental Design Historic Preservation Rural Planning Urban Planning