The new building will have state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for research. This will allow the Department of Physics to conduct cutting-edge research in such areas as advanced materials, advanced computation and advanced photonics. The building also includes an open layout with offices, labs and research areas that are interconnected.
The facility provides more than 138,000 gross square feet of classrooms, instructional space and laboratories for the Physics, Biology and Chemistry departments, and administrative space will help support the goals of UAB’s strategic plan.
South Science Hall and East Science Hall, and the subsequent phases of the entire Science and Engineering Complex, will also serve as a magnet for top-tier talent. With its world-class amenities and collaborative atmosphere, the facility will be attractive to renowned researchers and faculty members from around the world. This influx of exceptional minds will further bolster UAB’s research capabilities and contribute to its position as a leading institution in science and engineering.
Located in the heart of campus, the facility is at the center of the student experience. The Hill Student Center, Heritage Hall, University Hall and the UAB Campus Green are just across the street from South Science Hall and East Science Hall, making them convenient for students, faculty and staff.
The College of Arts and Sciences is home to 33 undergraduate and 23 graduate degree programs. Its goal is to ensure that each student graduates with the knowledge and tools to succeed in an expanding and increasingly complex global future. With 19 departments — home to over 300 full-time faculty — the College of Arts and Sciences is the largest academic entity in the UAB enterprise.
Goodwyn Mills Cawood was responsible for the architectural design of the building, while Lord Aeck Sargent served as the lab and research spaces consultant. Hoar Construction undertook the construction process and completed the project.
Photography by Andrea Mabry and Lexi Coon
