The University of North Texas has embarked on the construction of a new UNT Science and Technology building at its Denton campus. The project is being undertaken by Skanska at a cost of US$87million.
The new state-of-the-art facility will fulfill a critical need for more modern facilities that support collaborative and interdisciplinary research on the campus. The new building will expand research space for areas such as biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, physics, data science, and computer science and engineering while creating experiential learning opportunities for students.
The UNT Science and Technology building project involves the construction of a new 10,300 square-meter (111,000-square-foot). The building will be constructed with a cast-in-place structure and showcase a façade combining masonry, curtain walls, and metal panels.
Work is beginning in September 2024 and is expected to reach completion in October 2026.
Project Factsheet
Developer: University of North Texas
Project description: UNT Science and Technology building
Location: Denton Campus, University of North Texas
Size: 10,300 square-meter
Commencement: September 2024
Completion: October 2026
Funding for the new project
In July the North Texas Daily had reproted that the 87th Texas Legislature had approved $103.4 million in tuition revenue bonds to fund the the new UNT Science and Technology building.
According to the Dean of the College of Science John Quintanilla and Pamela Padilla, Vice President for Research and Innovation, the interdisciplinary building would expand research infrastructure for biology, chemistry, physics, data science and computer science.
The new building will house modern technology, state-of-the-art research labs, group meeting rooms and opportunities for students and faculty to collaborate on research projects.
Here is a list of recently completed projects at the Unviersity of North TExas
- New Academic Buildings: Expansion of classrooms and labs to support growing programs.
- Residence Halls: Upgrades or new constructions to improve student living spaces.
- Student Union Renovations: Enhancements to dining, study areas, and student services.
- Athletic Facilities: Improvements to sports complexes and training facilities.
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