ARC has announced the launch of Motherlabs Oxford later this year, a new space to support science spin-outs.
The space, opening in June, will be based at ARC Oxford, home to more than 30 science and innovation businesses.
It will provide Containment Level 2 laboratories, ranging in size from 800 sq ft to 1,200 sq ft and have shared facilities and specialist lab support services, including equipment sterilisation and clinical waste management.
Sebastian Johnson, director of ecosystems for ARC, said: “Oxford has an extraordinary track record of turning research into impact, but access to the right space at the right time remains critical.
“By launching Motherlabs Oxford, we’re giving early-stage companies the infrastructure they need to stay in the city, grow with confidence, and focus on translating breakthrough science.”
The launch was announced at a special Founders & Funders event at the iconic Lamb and Flag pub in the city, which was lit up in pink for the event.
Michael Collyer, co-founder of Founders & Funders, which supports research and entrepreneurship, said: “For founders, ready-to-use lab space is the difference between talking about a company and actually building one. Motherlabs Oxford at ARC cuts through the usual delays around space and setup, so teams can focus on the science and momentum.
“That is exactly the kind of infrastructure Oxford needs more of if we want to see more research turn into real, scalable ventures.”
The launch of Motherlabs Oxford follows the success of Motherlabs at ARC’s West London Campus.
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