Head of laboratory, Martina Elisabeth Luise Kopp, at Nord University. Photo by Adrian Svendsen Bensvik
A new and exciting building is in use at Nord University in Bodø.
Noatun is a large laboratory building covering 8,400 square metres, designed to meet the needs of both students and researchers. The building features modern laboratories, classrooms, and offices, and can accommodate up to 800 students.
Overall, this makes laboratory manager Martina Elisabeth Luise Kopp want to become a student again.
"It is a building that is both practical and inspiring. When you enter, you are greeted by a nice mingling area and a staircase inspired by Saltstraumen. The whole building gives a feeling of being in a blue world, reminiscent of the sea and the industries we study," she says.
Noatun is specifically designed for education and research in aquaculture, an industry with a great need for skilled people. The new laboratories are much larger and more flexible than before, and can accommodate 150 students simultaneously. This provides more opportunities for practical learning and collaboration.
"Students learn in a modern and technologically advanced environment that enhances both teaching and research," Kopp explains.
All classrooms are equipped with technology that makes teaching more interactive. For example, students can display samples from microscopes on large screens so everyone can see them simultaneously. This makes learning easier and more effective for everyone.
Noatun is a building that provides both students and researchers with the best opportunities to learn and conduct research, and is an important part of the future of education in aquaculture.
