TU Berlin's €93M Quantum Research Hub CIPHOR to Replace Outdated Facility

TU Berlin's €93M Quantum Research Hub CIPHOR to Replace Outdated Facility

Janet Carey
Janet Carey
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TU Berlin's €93M Quantum Research Hub CIPHOR to Replace Outdated Facility

TU Berlin is planning a new research centre for photonics and quantum science. Named CIPHOR, the facility will replace the outdated Eugene-Wigner Building, which no longer supports modern research needs. The project aims to strengthen Charlottenburg’s role as a key location for science and innovation. The new building will cover 4,496 square metres, with a budget of around €93.75 million. Funding will come from €31.325 million in federal support, alongside contributions from TU Berlin itself. Construction is set to begin in 2028.

Telluride Architects won the design contract after a two-stage selection process. The building’s façade will mirror its internal structure, incorporating green spaces and terraces. Inside, a large cleanroom on the second floor will stretch 14 metres without support columns. The centre will sit on the east campus, positioned between the IMoS building and the Berlin Zoo’s administrative offices. Once complete, it will serve as a long-term hub for advanced research in photonics and quantum technologies.

CIPHOR is expected to boost scientific collaboration and innovation in Charlottenburg. The modern facility will provide researchers with cutting-edge resources, including a column-free cleanroom. Its completion will mark a significant upgrade from the previous Eugene-Wigner Building.