µþ°ù²¹¾±²Ô±ð-±ô’A±ô±ô±ð³Ü»å / en Driving innovation forward: ½ðºÌÓéÀÖ³Ç unveils new R&D facility /innovation/magazine/detail/article/driving-innovation-forward-ucb-unveils-new-rd-facility <span>Driving innovation forward: ½ðºÌÓéÀÖ³Ç unveils new R&amp;D facility</span> <div class="field field--name-field-newsroom-author-title field--type-string field--label-above field__items"> Luc Uylenbroeck, External Innovation and Operations </div> <span><span lang about="/user/8671" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype content="Nathalie.Vandenbruaene@ucb.com">Vandenbruaene …</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-02-10T10:52:39+01:00" title="Monday 10 February 2025 - 10:52">Mon 10/02/2025 - 10:52</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-newsroom-author-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-above field__items"> <article class="media media--type-image media--view-mode-default"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__items"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/ucb_header_image/public/2025-02/luc_uylenbroeck.jpg.webp?itok=I_ecC2b9" width="72" height="107" alt typeof="foaf:Image"> </div> </article> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-newsroom-content field--type-text-long field--label-above field__items"> <p><br>I am thrilled to announce the start of the construction of a state-of-the-art research &amp; development (R&amp;D) facility at our µþ°ù²¹¾±²Ô±ð-±ô’A±ô±ô±ð³Ü»å Campus. The new facility, known as the Arkelia project is a milestone of our long-term strategy to push the boundaries of science and deliver life-changing solutions for people living with severe diseases worldwide.</p><article data-quickedit-entity-id="media/46990" class="media media--type-image media--view-mode-default"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__items"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/ucb_header_image/public/2025-02/external_1-landscape.jpg.webp?itok=SFmU3g19" width="1980" height="1320" alt="Picture of the Arkelia building on the Braine-l'Alleud campus in Belgium" typeof="foaf:Image"> </div> </article> <p>Designed to connect seamlessly with the company’s gene therapy center and key neurology research infrastructure, Arkelia will foster collaboration, accelerate advancements in research and development, and drive innovation in manufacturing. With a research focus on neurodegeneration, neuroinflammation, epilepsy, and early-stage development, this facility will strengthen ½ðºÌÓéÀֳǒs global leadership in pioneering solutions for patients.</p><p>Accommodating more than 170 scientists, the facility is built to encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration while leveraging cutting-edge technology and advanced scientific tools to enhance R&amp;D capabilities. More than just a workspace, it will serve as a dynamic ecosystem that fosters scientific creativity and accelerates the development of transformative therapies.</p><p>Crucially, Arkelia underscores ½ðºÌÓéÀֳǒs unwavering commitment to sustainability. Designed to the highest eco-standards, the facility will incorporate energy-efficient systems, renewable energy sources, and sustainable materials to minimize its environmental footprint. By integrating green technologies, we are ensuring that scientific advancement goes hand in hand with environmental responsibility.</p><p>This initiative significantly contributes to the growth strategy of the Braine-l'Alleud Campus, reinforcing collaboration between research, development, manufacturing, and supply teams. The facility’s flexible and forward-thinking design will align critical phases of innovation, ensuring accelerated progress while prioritizing sustainability.</p><p>Set to become fully operational by 2028, Arkelia marks a significant milestone in ½ðºÌÓéÀֳǒs sustainable growth journey. It reflects our ongoing dedication to delivering high-impact solutions while upholding our responsibility to the planet.</p><p>Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to drive innovation forward at ½ðºÌÓéÀÖ³Ç.</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-newsroom-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-above field__items"> <a href="/taxonomy/term/1910" hreflang="en">innovation</a> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-newsroom-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above field__items"> <a href="/taxonomy/term/5438" hreflang="en"> R&amp;D</a> <a href="/taxonomy/term/1379" hreflang="en"> research &amp; development</a> <a href="/taxonomy/term/10727" hreflang="en">Arkelia</a> <a href="/taxonomy/term/10728" hreflang="en">µþ°ù²¹¾±²Ô±ð-±ô’A±ô±ô±ð³Ü»å</a> </div> <div> <div class="comments-wrapper"> <div class="comment-area"> <h2 class="red">Leave a Comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=15402&amp;2=field_newsroom_askexpert&amp;3=ask_expert" token="inXgFf67o1NvEbAe-dzWVyTx15BPDhxFXUQrAKkAinE"></drupal-render-placeholder> <span class="toggle-form js-toggle-form"></span> </div> </div> </div> <span class="a2a_kit a2a_kit_size_16 addtoany_list" data-a2a-url="/innovation/magazine/detail/article/driving-innovation-forward-ucb-unveils-new-rd-facility" data-a2a-title="Driving innovation forward: ½ðºÌÓéÀÖ³Ç unveils new R&amp;D facility"><a class="a2a_dd addtoany_share" href="https://www.addtoany.com/share#url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ucb.com%2Finnovation%2Fmagazine%2Fdetail%2Farticle%2Fdriving-innovation-forward-ucb-unveils-new-rd-facility&amp;title=Driving%20innovation%20forward%3A%20½ðºÌÓéÀÖ³Ç%20unveils%20new%20R%26D%20facility"></a><a class="a2a_button a2a_button_facebook"><img src="/themes/custom/ucb_premier/images/a2a/facebook-icon.svg" width="16" height="16" border="0" alt="linkedin"></a><a class="a2a_button a2a_button_linkedin"><img src="/themes/custom/ucb_premier/images/a2a/linkedin-icon.svg" width="16" height="16" border="0" alt="linkedin"></a><a class="a2a_button a2a_button_twitter"><img src="/themes/custom/ucb_premier/images/a2a/twitter-icon.svg" width="16" height="16" border="0" alt="twitter"></a></span> <div class="field field--name-field-like field--type-likes-dislikes field--label-above field__items"> <div class="like_dislike"> <div class="like"> <a rel="nofollow" class="use-ajax" href="/like-dislike/like/eyJlbnRpdHlfdHlwZSI6Im5vZGUiLCJlbnRpdHlfaWQiOiIxNTQwMiIsImZpZWxkX25hbWUiOiJmaWVsZF9saWtlIiwibGlrZXMiOiIxNDEiLCJkaXNsaWtlcyI6IjAifQ%3D%3D"></a> <span class="like-15402"> 141 Likes </span> </div> </div> <div id="like_dislike_status"></div> </div> Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:52:39 +0000 Vandenbruaene Nathalie 15402 at