University of York plans new science research facility
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 17:38 · Archive
The University of York has lodged plans to convert an IT Centre into a research facility for its School of Physics, Engineering and Technology.
The University of York has submitted plans to York Council to convert an IT Centre at its Campus West into a specialist research facility for its School of Physics, Engineering and Technology (SPET). The three-storey building on Innovation Way, Heslington, would be refurbished to provide teaching, research and support facilities.
The facility would house laboratories, specialist audio teaching facilities, shared offices, and meeting and welfare areas. Specific provision would include physics teaching, optics and nuclear laboratories, as well as spaces for engineering projects, robotics and electronics teaching, 3D printing and chemical laboratories. Two experimental platforms and solar panels would be installed on the building's roof with controlled technical and maintenance access.
The university says the development would meet the need for a specialist teaching, research and support facility. Plans state that 'the proposal sustains educational and research activity within an established university and business setting, supporting collaboration and York's knowledge economy'. The scheme would involve reusing an existing university building rather than new construction.
How it is being reported
- New scientific research facility could be coming to YorkA new research facility could be coming to York under plans lodged with the council.The Press (York) · 13 Oct, 17:00
- New scientific research facility could be coming to YorkA new research facility could be coming to York under plans lodged with the council.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 13 Oct, 17:00
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