LAB SPACE

At Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area – Main Campus, we offer both private and shared lab facilities. The majority of labs are private labs, which are fully furnished and customizable spaces tailored to the unique needs of our residents.

The shared lab area (in total about 150 m2) offers a modern laboratory infrastructure and is fully equipped with various instruments needed for biotech research.

The private lab residents may have access to the shared lab, depending on their needs, but may only use certain equipment there.

In contrast, shared lab residents exclusively use the shared lab area, where they have their own bench and full access to all equipment.

This setup ensures that all residents, whether private or shared, have access to the resources they need to conduct their research effectively.

Private labs at Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area are best suited for expanding small-to-medium-size biotech and medtech companies. These labs offer fully furnished and customizable spaces ranging from 20 to 100 m², tailored to meet the unique demands of advanced research and development.

Key features and services

1. Furnished and certified labs

• Waste management
• Washing service for glassware
• Autoclaves* and safety installations
• Liquid nitrogen and dry ice*
• Carbon dioxide*, nitrogen gas*, compressed air, and deionized water
• Additional storage, chemical storage, cold storage, and cryogenic rooms*

*Additional charges may apply.

These labs cater to companies that need customized setups, larger spaces for teams and equipment, and strict control over their laboratory environments. Whether in biotech, medtech, or other life sciences fields, the labs at Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area Main Campus provide the infrastructure and flexibility needed to thrive and innovate.

The shared lab at Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area is organized to accommodate the diverse needs of biotech-focused startups. Here’s how it’s structured:

• Renting Benches: companies can rent one or multiple benches within the shared lab to perform experimental work. These workspaces are equipped with basic utilities and infrastructure necessary for biochemistry and molecular biology lab work.
• Equipment rooms: adjacent to the lab, there are equipment rooms housing a wide range of basic equipment essential for various laboratory procedures. This includes centrifuges, PCR machines, spectrophotometers, and more.
• Designated cell culture room: we provide access to a designated cell culture room that adheres to Biosafety Level (BSL) 2 standards. This room is fully equipped for cell biology work, including laminar flow hoods, CO2 incubators, cell counter, and microscopy equipment.
• Storage facilities: the shared lab offers storage rooms for consumables and reagents, ensuring easy access to necessary supplies. Additionally, there are facilities for cold storage, autoclaving, and dishwashing to support daily laboratory operations.
• Lab coordination: the Switzerland Innovation Park team takes care of lab coordination to ensure the functionality of the laboratory and the well-being of its residents.

Overall, our shared lab is designed to provide startups with a convenient and fully equipped environment to conduct their research. The flexible lease options ensure that companies can scale their operations as needed without being tied down by rigid contracts.

The shared lab at Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area offers a comprehensive range of equipment to support the diverse needs of biotech -focused startups. Here’s an overview of the equipment available:

Basic Laboratory Equipment: This includes essential tools such as centrifuges, , thermomixers, orbital shakers, rockers balances, pipettes, and pH meters, which are fundamental for a wide range of biological and chemical analyses.

Cell Culture Facility: 

• Multiple safety cabinets (up to BSL-2 safety levels)
• Shakers and incubators for bacterial and mammalian cell cultures
• Microscopes
• Cell counter
• Bead bath

Molecular Biology and Biochemistry:

• PCR and qPCR machines
• Plate reader
• Imaging stations
• Electrophoresis and blotting equipment
• Fluorometer

Chemistry and Analytical Instruments:

• HPLCs (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)
• Rotary evaporator (Rotavap)
• Chemical hoods
• Differential Scanning Calorimeter
• Tangential Flow Filtration

Supporting Facilities and Services:

• Cleaning service
• Waste management
• Lab glassware washer
• Autoclaves
• Ice machine

Media:

• Carbon dioxide, nitrogen gas, compressed air, deionized, and purified water
• Liquid nitrogen and dry ice

Safety installations: 

• Eyewash stations
• Emergency showers

Storage:

• Cold storage units (+4°C, -20°C, -80°C), including backup solutions
• Storage space for lab consumables, solvent, and chemical storage

With this extensive array of equipment and facilities, startups have access to everything they need to conduct experiments, analyze data, and advance their research. The shared lab ensures that companies can focus on their scientific endeavors without worrying about the logistical challenges of equipment procurement and maintenance.

If you’re a small biotech startup, especially if you’re starting out, have limited funding, and need to conduct initial experiments, a shared lab might be the right fit for you. Startups benefit from access to modern laboratory infrastructure without the high costs associated with setting up and maintaining their own facilities. By utilizing the shared lab, startups can allocate their limited resources more efficiently towards research and development.

Additionally, companies with a private lab at the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area – Main Campus often utilize part of the shared lab infrastructure to complement their own lab. This allows them to expand their capabilities, collaborate with other residents, and access specialized equipment that may not be available in their own facilities. By leveraging the shared lab, these companies can enhance their research efforts and foster innovation within their organizations.

The shared lab within the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area – Main Campus offers significant cost-saving opportunities for biotech-focused startups. By providing modern infrastructure and essential resources, our shared lab reduces the financial burden associated with setting up and maintaining a fully equipped laboratory. Here’s how:

• Access to state-of-the-art equipment: Our shared lab provides access to cutting-edge equipment and facilities, eliminating the need for costly investments in specialized instruments and associated maintenance duties.
• Flexible lease options: We offer flexible lease agreements tailored to suit the evolving needs of our residents. Whether you require short-term access for a specific project or long-term residency, our shared lab spaces can accommodate your requirements without locking you into lengthy contracts. This flexibility minimizes financial risks associated with uncertain research timelines or fluctuating funding.
• Networking opportunities: In addition to cost savings, our shared lab fosters collaboration and networking among resident companies, potentially leading to cost-sharing initiatives, joint projects, and access to funding opportunities.

Overall, by utilizing our shared lab, startups can significantly reduce their operational costs allowing them to allocate more resources to research, development and scaling their innovations.

Confidentiality is indeed a paramount concern for Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area, particularly when it comes to protecting the intellectual property (IP) of our resident companies. Here’s how we address confidentiality concerns in our shared lab environment:

• Nondisclosure agreements (NDAs): All users of the shared lab are required to sign nondisclosure agreements. These agreements outline the terms and conditions regarding the use, handling, and disclosure of confidential data, ensuring that all parties involved understand their obligations to maintain confidentiality.
• Secure access: Access to the shared lab is restricted only to authorized personnel from resident companies. Each company is provided with unique access credentials, ensuring that only approved individuals can enter the lab space.
• Designated work areas: Companies have designated work areas within the shared lab, ensuring that each team can work independently without interference from others. This setup minimizes the risk of accidental exposure to confidential information.
• Regular communication and collaboration: Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area actively promotes interaction and collaboration among shared lab users through regular meetings and networking events. This fosters a sense of community and encourages open communication while reinforcing the importance of respecting each other’s confidentiality.
• Ethical and professional standards: Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area promotes a culture of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct among tenants. Researchers are expected to adhere to ethical guidelines, scientific integrity principles, and industry best practices to maintain confidentiality and respect the intellectual property rights of others within the shared lab community.

By implementing these measures, Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area ensures that startups can utilize the shared lab facilities without compromising the confidentiality of their intellectual property.