A Parting Shot

CALIT2 embodies the importance of collaboration.

That’s the foundation upon which both the institute and the building itself were built. The four-story, 120,000-square-foot structure at UC Irvine opened in November 2004 and includes state-of-the-art labs and two floors of open space. The space is assigned by project, not department, which encourages cross-disciplinary ideas and relationships, and it is easily configurable, lending itself to new partnerships. UCI broke ground for its CALIT2 building in summer 2002, a year and a half after Governor Gray Davis announced the creation of the California Institutes for Science and Innovation. This photo, taken July 14, 2003, captures construction progress on the main entrance side of the building. The CALIT2 Irvine division building was the first of all newly constructed CISI facilities to open across the UC campuses. Today, more than 200 faculty members are actively engaged in CALIT2 activities. Some reside in the building, conducting research and working with students, while others maintain home department locations but collaborate on institute projects with peers from various disciplines. The affiliated researchers take advantage of the shared-use facilities, administrative support and student fellowships – all value-added services that CALIT2 brings to the campus and its partners.

Under the direction of Professor G.P. Li, CALIT2@UCI develops IoT technologybased innovations in a multidisciplinary research environment. By integrating academic research with industry experience, the institute seeks to benefit society, incubate new technology companies and ignite economic development. CALIT2 focuses on the digital transformation of healthcare, energy, the environment and culture.

IF YOU BUILD IT . . .

The soaring, four-story glass entrance is a signature hallmark of the CALIT2 Building. The space, known as the CALIT2 Atrium, is adjacent to the building’s auditorium, making it a popular location for coffee breaks, receptions, poster sessions and exhibits. Through the years, it has also served as a unique backdrop and stage for several UCI dance department performances.

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