Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences: A Historic Return and Architectural Excellence

Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences: A Historic Return and Architectural Excellence

The University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, relocated its Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to downtown Buffalo, bringing one of America’s oldest medical schools back to its founding roots. Merged with the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, it now forms a leading academic medical and research hub.

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Spanning 58,345 square meters, the school features a striking sloped design with a high-performance terracotta panel rainscreen system—paying homage to Buffalo’s architectural heritage through its texture and aesthetic. Its design integrates architecture, interior design, landscape planning, urban design, and sustainable solutions.
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The facility has earned multiple accolades: the Engineering News-Record (ENR) New York Award of Merit in Higher Education, the AIA New York State Chapter Honor Award for Public Architecture, and LEED-NC Gold certification—testaments to its excellence in both function and sustainability.
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More than a building, it serves as a catalyst for collaboration between education, research, and clinical practice. By reconnecting to its historic location, the school strengthens Buffalo’s medical ecosystem, fostering innovation in biomedical sciences while honoring its long-standing legacy.