CUNY Advanced Science Research Center is Manhattan's new cross-disciplinary research institute that serves as a focal point for high-end research within the City.
After opening its doors in September 2014, during the first 12 months of operation the momentum has been building for CUNY's Nanoscience Initiative (NI) to establish itself as a focal point of research excellence in the city - with productive interactions building with academic, clinical and industrial partners across the metropolitan area, nationally and internationally. ASRC is extremely well positioned to take its place among the leading research Universities in the City, while embracing the CUNY mission.
Its early success and limitless potential are enabled by its infrastructure and location. ASRC is a unique building, with striking architecture and extremely well thought-out design of research space ideally suited to support a large, dynamic population of resident and visiting scientists. Our NYC location ensures a constant stream of visitors and facility users from near and far.
Nanoscience NY symposia are held in the ASRC auditorium, with receptions and poster sessions held in public spaces of the cafe and central stairways. At most events, tours will take place throughout the building.
The Nanoscience Initiative, housed within the ASRC, led by Dr. Rein V. Ulijn, would like to invite you to enjoy our magnificent building and facilities.
Getting Here
Take the MTA #1 local subway to 137th Street and Broadway. Walk south on Broadway to 133rd. Turn left (east) and walk up 133rd Street to Convent Avenue. The ASRC and CCNY Science buildings will be in front of you.
Take the MTA "B" or "C" local to 135th Street. Walk up the stairs located in St. Nicholas Park to the CCNY campus. Turn left (south) down St. Nicholas Terrace to the ASRC.
Take the MTA #4 or #5 express or #6 local to 125th Street and Lexington Avenue. Change there for the M-100 or M-101 bus to Amsterdam Avenue and 131st Street. Walk up Amsterdam Avenue to 133rd Street.
Turn right (east) onto 133rd Street. At the intersection of Convent Avenue the ASRC will in front of you.
Take the Metro North to 125th Street and Park Avenue. Change there for the M-100 or M-101 bus to Amsterdam Avenue and 131st Street. Walk up Amsterdam Avenue to 133rd Street. Turn right (east) onto 133rd Street. At the intersection of Convent Avenue the ASRC will in front of you.
Take the M-4 or M-5 to Broadway and 135th Street. Walk south on Broadway to 133rd. Turn left (east) and walk up 133rd Street to Convent Avenue. The ASRC and CCNY Science buildings will be in front of you.
Take the BX-19 to 145th and Convent Avenue, walk south on Convent Avenue to 133th Street. Turn left (east) onto 133rd Street. At the intersection of Convent Avenue the ASRC will be in front of you.
Please note: on-street parking is available in the neighbourhood, but is extremely limited.
From the West Side Highway: Exit at 125th Street. Cross Broadway and turn left onto Amsterdam Avenue. The College is at 138th Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
From the East Side: Take the FDR or the Triborough Bridge to Harlem River Drive. Exit at 135th Street. Continue to St. Nicholas Avenue and turn right, then left onto 141st Street. Turn left onto Convent Avenue. The campus begins at 140th Street and Convent Avenue
