TIC established by Scotland’s First Minister

Scotland’s First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, marked the establishment of the University of Strathclyde’s new Technology and Innovation Centre on 16 December.

BDP is architect for the landmark £89m centre which will transform the way academics collaborate with business, industry and the public sector to bring global competitive advantage to Scotland.

After touring the building the First Minister said: “Scotland is a land of inventors, innovators, new ideas and creativity. We need a thriving and dynamic ecosystem in order to improve productivity, competitiveness and growth. The Technology and Innovation Centre at the University of Strathclyde will create the right environment for academics, business, industry and the public sector to come together to find innovative solutions to the challenges we face.”

“This model of collaboration clearly demonstrated by the University of Strathclyde is crucial in shaping Scotland’s future and helping to create sustainable economic growth. The Scottish Government is committed to investing in the development and application of research, innovation and technology and supporting entrepreneurial activity.”

The nine-storey building is a major milestone in the continuing regeneration of the city. It has been constructed to BREEAM Excellent standard and is the university’s largest investment in research to date. It houses specialist, shared and flexible laboratory facilities and will support leading academics in bridging the gap between research, technology and commercialisation.

The building is due to open fully in February 2015.