According to the "Yichang Key Laboratory Management Measures", the application for a municipal key laboratory must meet the following conditions:
1. The laboratory has been operating for more than 1 year.
2. The laboratory has a clear positioning and a clear research direction.
3. Have a good academic research foundation and be able to lead the development of similar disciplines.
4. Have the ability to undertake basic research projects at the provincial, municipal and above levels, apply for more than 3 patents and software copyrights in recent years, and have at least 1 paper included in SCI/SSCI or EI, or apply for Approval of more than one new species of animals and plants.
5. Have a high-level research team with more than 15 permanent researchers. The proportion of personnel with senior professional titles or above in key laboratories should account for more than 30% of the fixed researchers.
6. It has good scientific research and experimental conditions, with relatively concentrated personnel and buildings. The laboratory site area is more than 200 square meters, with clear boundaries; the original value of scientific research instruments is more than 2 million yuan; and there is a sound management system.
7. The supporting unit can stably support the laboratory's work and provide guarantees in terms of funds, talents, operations, etc.