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University of Cambridge Constructs Centre for Advanced Photonics

Published 6/30/2005

The University of Cambridge is constructing the Centre for Advanced Photonics and Electronics (CAPE) in Cambridge, UK. Designed by TP Bennett of London, the new facility will provide over 4,800 square-meters of research and laboratory space for the University's Department of Engineering's Electrical Division. Housing a 760-square-meter cleanroom and a central atrium, the center will be built by Marriott Construction. The 14-month construction period began in November 2004; the topping out ceremony was celebrated in July 2005. Occupancy is expected in January 2006.