University of Strathclyde Technology and Innovation Centre

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Technology and Innovation Centre
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General information
TypeAcademic
LocationGlasgow, Scotland
Construction startedMarch 2012
CompletedMarch 2015
Inaugurated3 July 2015
Technical details
Floor count9
Floor area25,000 m2 (270,000 sq ft)
Design and construction
Architect(s)BDP
Main contractorLendlease

The University of Strathclyde Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC) is a centre for technological research based in Glasgow, Scotland. The building, designed by BDP, is located on the John Anderson Campus's southern edge within the city centre's Merchant City district.

History

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The TIC was funded by the European Regional Development Fund, the Scottish Government and the University of Strathclyde.[1]

Work started on the triangular, nine-story, steel-framed building[2] in March 2012, with a completion date set in 2014.[3] The facility was built to Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) "A" rating standards. The 25,000 m2 (270,000 sq ft) space can accommodate 1,200 workers. The building includes open-plan office spaces, three lecture theaters and areas for specialist laboratory equipment.[citation needed] It opened on 3 July 2015.[4]

Besides the Technology and Innovation Centre, a 5,000 m2 (54,000 sq ft) Industry Engagement Building, located nearby, accommodates 500 workers.[citation needed]

The research carried out at the centre by 850 researchers is focused on engineering, science, bio-nanotechnology, business, energy, health, technology and asset management.[5]

References

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  1. ^ Plans for £89m innovation centre in Glasgow submitted BBC News 2 September 2011
  2. ^ "Technology Innovations Centre (TIC)". Struer. Retrieved 21 March 2023.
  3. ^ Strathclyde University technology hub secures £89m in European funding BBC News 11 June 2012
  4. ^ Queen opens new Strathclyde University technology Centre BBC News 3 July 2015
  5. ^ "Research Themes". "University of Strathclyde". Archived from the original on 26 April 2012. Retrieved 29 December 2013.
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