Accelerate your translational discoveries with our world-class preclinical resources and surgical cores.
From concept to FDA submission. Partner with The Lundquist Institute’s AAALAC-accredited, GLP-compliant Biological Resources Center (BRC) to execute complex large and small animal models with elite veterinary oversight.




About Us
The BRC has five fully equipped operating rooms with the capacity to run simultaneous multi-surgeon or multi-line studies without scheduling bottlenecks. Conveniently located in Southern California, situated 13 miles south of Los Angeles International Airport and 13 miles north of Long Beach Airport, we provide responsive, efficient support for a wide range of research and industry needs.
Through our affiliation with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, we also serve as a gateway to leading clinical and scientific expertise on the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center campus, including distinguished investigators at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation.
The Lundquist Advantage
RAPID ON-SITE IACUC REVIEW
Eliminate months of bureaucratic delays. Our efficient, internal institutional oversight gets your protocol approved and initiated rapidly.
BOARD-CERTIFIED CLINICAL OVERSIGHT
Managed by dedicated veterinarians with over two decades of experience integrating clinical excellence with complex experimental endpoints.
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY LOGISTICAL SUPPORT
We don’t just host; we collaborate. Get expert assistance with protocol development, model creation, animal procurement, and custom health programs.
Our Equipment
- Advanced diagnostic imaging using high-resolution 256-slice CT technology for detailed anatomical assessment and research applications.
- Real-time fluoroscopic guidance to support interventional procedures, device placement, and image-guided studies.
- High-quality ultrasound imaging for noninvasive visualization, procedural guidance, and soft tissue evaluation.
- Multimodal image-guided procedure support through integrated access to CT, fluoroscopy, and ultrasound platforms.
- Preclinical and translational research support for complex study design, imaging workflows, and procedural validation.
- Customized technical solutions through access to specialized equipment tailored to specific project needs.
Core Specialized Services
We maintain specialized ecosystems for diverse species, ensuring physiological relevance for every preclinical endpoint.


