MUNI
BioPharma Hub

Top research infrastructure for
the Faculty of Pharmacy
of Masaryk University

Investment into MU University Campus

The MUNI BioPharma Hub represents a unique combination of modern teaching facilities for the Faculty of Pharmacy and top-quality research infrastructure of the Pre-clinical centre and the Centre for Molecular Medicine for the Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Science of Masaryk University.

The building will also include the necessary server facilities of the Institute of Computer Science. Besides teaching and research facilities, the building will provide infrastructure for scientific training in biomedical research and will contribute to increasing the resilience of Czech society to expected (prevention, diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases) and unexpected threats.

VISUALIZATION

13 500 m²

of new area for MU University campus

6

floors for the education of the Faculty of Pharmacy students

2026

pilot operation of BioPharma Hub

Benefits of the project

The BioPharma Hub project represents a major investment in the future of the Faculty of Pharmacy. At the same time, it represents an important strategic step towards its integration into the structure of Masaryk University.

Strategy and future of the Faculty

Premises not only for collaboration and sharing within the University

Equipment for cooperation with pharmaceutical companies

Capacity and future employment of students

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We build sustainably

A sustainable and responsible management of renovation, development and construction of the University infrastructure and the acquisition of related technologies and equipment ensuring adequate functional facilities for excellent research and quality teaching as well as a pleasant environment for students and staff is one of the strategic goals of MU for the period 2021-2028. Similarly, it is also a strategic goal to manage energy resources, water and waste in accordance with the principles of sustainable development and to strengthen the informed management of the University operations enabling an efficient use of the constructed facilities and property management.

Utilization of data centre waste heat

The heat produced during cooling (approx. 1400 kW) will be reused for preheating the warm air in the air handling units. This solution will reduce the need for heat supply from the gas boiler.

Geothermal boreholes

Ground-water heat pumps are the primary low-temperature heating scheme for the building. Four heat pumps will be used, each with a capacity of 173 kW (692 kW in total). Heat will be collected from 53 boreholes under the building.

Photovoltaic panels

Photovoltaics are a popular "green" source of electricity. The main part of the whole system will be FVE panels, which will be attached to self-supporting frames east-west at an angle of 10º.

Skylights

There is one large central skylight designed in the building to illuminate the deep part of the building used for the Faculty of Pharmacy. In addition, a smaller round skylight is designed above the central spiral staircase, which is intended to light up the staircase with daylight.

Rational facade design

The facade and the extent of glazing is an important factor in the design of an energy-efficient building. Large areas of glazing have an undesirable effect on the energy balance of the building. This is taken into account in the design of the facade and so glass accounts for only 32% of the facade area.

Rainwater management

A storage tank collects rainwater from the drained private areas of the building (roofs, terraces). It is further used as utility water for flushing or irrigation of vegetation.

Green roofs

Extensive rooftop vegetation will be planted on the roofs of the building on a minimized substrate. Green roofs provide retention and collection of rainwater, slow down runoff and help to prevent overheating of the building.

Climbing vegetation on rooftops

Climbing plants will be planted in designated parts around the perimeter of the roof terrace to make use of collected rainwater, humanize the technically necessary spaces and adjust the climate on the heated roof areas.

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News

12 Dec 2022