Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre

Robertson has constructed the new Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre for The University of Sheffield. Delivered to the highest standard, R&D staff will use the research and laboratory facilities to advance scientific discoveries and treatment options for many life-threatening diseases.

Successful delivery of the cleanrooms was key to the success of this project, ensuring compliance with several specific technical standards, and doing so within the University’s budget.

The state-of-the-art centre brings together academic institutions, NHS trusts, non-profit and industry partners across the north of England, The Midlands and Wales – making more academic-led clinical trials of novel gene therapies possible.

The facility will also provide essential translational and regulatory support alongside extensive training and skills programmes in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.

Key facts

• Three-storey building
• Two clean rooms
• Future expansion designed in