UC reopens historic Old Chemistry building with modern upgrades

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By Michael Miller, UC CommunicationsIt might still look historic on the outside, but the interior of Old Chemistry features some of the University of Cincinnati’s most cutting-edge laboratories, the latest energy efficiencies and modern conservation measures. UC reopened its academic research building Old Chemistry after $190 million in renovations. Old Chem has taught generations of students in physics, chemistry and other sciences since it opened in 1917. UC reopened Old Chem, which features a multistory atrium with study spaces for students. Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague helps reopen UC’s latest academic research building, Old Chemistry, after two years of renovations.