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SITE – BIOPÔLE
Based in Lausanne, Biopôle is one of Europe's largest life sciences campuses. Hosting over 150 life sciences companies and 25 research groups, it fosters collaboration between academia and industry. The campus offers flexible lab and office spaces, including StartLab and Superlab ideal for early-stage ventures. Support programs like the Vanguard Accelerator and the Investment Programme provide resources for innovation. With a vibrant community of over 2,500 professionals, Biopôle drives advancements in pharma, biotech and digital health.
Ecosystem
Site Biopôle Lausanne is a leading center for pharmaceutical and biotechnology innovation. With over 150 companies and research institutions such as Ferring Pharmaceuticals and BioLizard, Biopôle promotes developments in biologics, genomic data analysis and digital healthcare. The Digital Health Hub integrates AI and big data into the healthcare industry, while the Vanguard Accelerator supports companies in scaling up.
Site Biopôle Lausanne is a leading center for pharmaceutical and biotechnology innovation. With over 150 companies and research institutions such as Ferring Pharmaceuticals and BioLizard, Biopôle promotes developments in biologics, genomic data analysis and digital healthcare. The Digital Health Hub integrates AI and big data into the healthcare industry, while the Vanguard Accelerator supports companies in scaling up.
Partners
Site Biopôle's Digital Health Hub in Lausanne promotes the development of innovative digital health solutions with technologies such as telemedicine, wearables and AI-supported diagnostics. It offers space for up to 20 companies and supports start-ups with programs such as the Vanguard Accelerator. Partners such as Swiss Post, CARA and CHUV are working with EPFL to develop IoT-based healthcare solutions and mobile health applications.
Site Biopôle supports life sciences start-ups through StartLab, a shared lab incubator, and the Vanguard Accelerator, a six-month program for digital health ventures. Start-ups gain access to labs, expert networks, and coaching. The Biopôle Start-up Fund offers up to CHF 90,000 in non-dilutive funding annually. Together, these programs help transform ideas into scalable innovations.
Site Biopôle offers a full range of bio lab services for life sciences companies. StartLab provides shared labs for early-stage ventures with flexible terms and specialized facilities. Superlab Suisse offers private, fully equipped labs with professional support. Larger firms can rent custom labs from 30 m² to 500 m². All labs include access to shared resources like cell culture rooms, equipment, and autoclaves.
Biopôle offers lab spaces with BSL 1 and 2 facilities suitable for biological research, including cell culture, microbiology, and PCR. StartLab and Superlab Suisse provide shared and private labs that can be adapted to cleanroom-like conditions. While ISO-classified cleanrooms aren't specified, Biopôle’s labs support contamination-controlled work and can be tailored to meet specific cleanroom standards.
Site Biopôle offers adaptable lab spaces suitable for cleanroom use through facilities like StartLab and Superlab Suisse. While not specifying ISO-classified cleanrooms, these labs can be customized to meet cleanroom standards. Designed for biotech and medtech, they provide controlled environments for sensitive research, enabling companies to focus on innovation without managing their own cleanroom infrastructure.
Site Biopôle offers flexible lab spaces suitable for dry lab work, including computational biology, bioinformatics, and digital health. While not exclusively dedicated to dry labs, facilities like StartLab and Superlab Suisse can be adapted for theoretical and data-driven research. These environments support innovation without requiring companies to manage their own infrastructure.
Site Biopôle offers shared labs through StartLab and Superlab Suisse. StartLab provides 64 lab benches, 50 coworking desks, and access to nine specialized labs on flexible terms. Superlab Suisse offers ready-to-use private labs with shared equipment rooms, cell culture, and freezer facilities. Both promote collaboration and innovation within Biopôle’s life sciences ecosystem.
Site Biopôle offers private biotech labs through Superlab Suisse, providing fully equipped BSL-1 and BSL-2 facilities with professional support services. These labs are designed for life sciences companies needing flexible, ready-to-use spaces and contamination-controlled environments. Modular lab units can be customized to specific needs, supporting biotech research, diagnostics, and product development.
Biopôle offers private lab and office spaces for life sciences companies. The Arginine, Valine, and Trypto buildings provide customizable, energy-efficient lab spaces ranging from 300 to 2,100 m², ideal for established companies needing tailored facilities. These buildings include shared amenities like meeting rooms and kitchens, supporting growth with modern infrastructure and sustainable design.
Site Biopôle offers flexible, modern office spaces tailored to life sciences companies, ranging from 300 m² to over 2,000 m². Tenants benefit from labs, conference centers, restaurants, childcare, and transport access. Buildings meet sustainable MINERGIE-P® standards. Start-ups can access shared offices and labs via StartLab and the Digital Health Hub, with expert support and networking included.
Site Biopôle offers four modern conference centers, meeting rooms, and an on-site hotel with event facilities for up to 300 guests. It hosts events like Discovery Day, Swiss Biotech Day, and TechTour Growth Health, supporting networking and innovation in life sciences. Venues are bookable via the MyBiopôle app, with on-site dining and easy access via public transport and major roads.
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