La Trobe University Institute of Molecular Science

La Trobe University’s $94 million Institute of Molecular Science (LIMS) began construction on Friday with an official sod turning presided by the Minister for Innovation, Industry , Science and Research, Senator Kim Carr. LIMS will be a world-class facility for molecular science, biotechnology and nanotechnology research and research training. The Institute will align with the broader Northern Melbourne Science precinct and support growth in the burgeoning Australian biotechnology industry.

The Australian Government has invested $85,8 million in the project through the Education Investment Fund.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Architect: Lyons

Façade, Structural& Civil Engineers: Meinhardt

Via Meinhardt