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University of Cambridge Opens Maxwell Centre
The University of Cambridge opened the $40 million Maxwell Centre in April of 2016 in the United Kingdom. Designed to promote the commercialization of new technologies, the 53,800-sf project provides the Cavendish Laboratory with advanced research space for engineering, physical science, and materials science integrated with facilities for industry partners. The building features a layered lab structure that allows alterations to individual labs without the need for further renovations.
University of Pennsylvania Dedicates Neural and Behavioral Sciences Building
The University of Pennsylvania dedicated the $68.6 million Stephen A. Levin Building in April of 2016 in Philadelphia. Designed by SmithGroupJJR, the six-story, 78,000-sf facility accommodates collaborative research in the neural and behavioral sciences. The interdisciplinary project connects two existing structures and houses classrooms, laboratories, offices, study areas, interaction space, and a 170-seat auditorium.
Howard University Opens Interdisciplinary Research Building
Howard University opened the $70 million Interdisciplinary Research Building in Washington in April of 2016. Designed by HDR in association with Lance Bailey and Associates, the collaborative 81,670-sf facility provides laboratories, offices, conference rooms, and a Class 10 cleanroom. General contractor Turner Construction broke ground on the project in spring of 2013.
Ford Initiates Comprehensive Campus Redevelopment Project
Ford Motor Company will begin construction in May of 2016 on a comprehensive redevelopment of its real estate portfolio in Dearborn, Mich. The project will include construction of a 700,000-sf design facility as well as the expansion and renovation of Ford's existing headquarters campus. Designed by SmithGroupJJR to promote collaboration and interaction, the updated buildings will feature open workspaces with unassigned seating.
Western Kentucky University Breaks Ground on Science Building
Western Kentucky University broke ground in April of 2016 on the $48 million Ogden College Hall in Bowling Green. Designed by Ross Tarrant Architects with Research Facilities Design (RFD) as laboratory design consultant, the 83,000-sf facility will provide a 300-seat auditorium, administrative offices for the College of Science and Engineering, and 36 laboratories for chemistry, biology, and physics.