Welcome to LBIC
LBIC has been at the centre of bioscience innovation, nurturing and supporting early-stage life science companies for more than 25 years. Our ready-to-go, fully-fitted CL2 lab spaces with integrated support services, enable start-ups and scale-ups to thrive.
Ready to go, fully-fitted lab space with lots of additional shared support and equipment
Located at the epicentre of London's life science ecosystem in King's Cross Knowledge Quarter
25 years of driving life science success with a trusted team of experts
Co-located with the world-class RVC, for collaboration opportunities and a range of scientific services
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The Apex's first two pioneer tenants
When Baseimmune and Laverock Therapeutics moved into the Apex, they shaped the building as much as it shaped them.
Their stories capture what the Apex promises: a place where bold ideas grow, teams find their confidence, and tomorrow's breakthroughs begin.
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Ready-to-go lab space
AvailabilityReady to grow? Fully fitted, serviced lab and office space, available now.
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Scale up
LBIC: Apex
840 to 3,701 sq ft
State-of-the-art lab and write-up suites for scale ups
London
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Start up
LBIC: McFadyean
250 to 1,100 sq ft
Affordable lab and office space for start ups
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Entry-level
LBIC: Amoroso
80 to 900 sq ft
Entry-level lab and office space for start ups
London
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Start up
LBIC: CVRM
300 to 550 sq ft
Specialist lab and office space for vaccine and cell therapy
Potters Bar
LBIC’s virtual client package is designed for early-stage life science companies that don’t yet need a physical office or lab, but want a London presence with occasional on-site access and the ability to leverage LBIC’s support services and extensive networks.
Walk
10 mins to King’s Cross, St Pancras and Euston Stations
10 mins to most Knowledge Quarter organisations
Train
53 mins to Cambridge from King’s Cross
52 mins to Oxford from Paddington
Eurostar
1 hr 50 mins to Brussels
2 hrs 15 mins to Paris
Airports
45 mins to Heathrow from King’s Cross
55 mins to Gatwick from King’s Cross
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One of Europe’s premier locations for life science
Located in King’s Cross - the vibrant research and discovery epicentre of London - amid a cluster of world-renowned authorities in science and technology such as The Francis Crick Institute, Google DeepMind, Meta, and more, it stands as the city’s best-connected hub.
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Two decades of shaping the life science landscape
Since its inception, LBIC has been home to 228 businesses, with an impressive 75% still active today—far exceeding the typical success rate for UK life science start-ups. Companies at LBIC have collectively raised over £2.47 billion in funding, with 11 achieving successful IPOs.
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Two decades of shaping the life science landscape
Since its inception, LBIC has been home to 228 businesses, with an impressive 75% still active today—far exceeding the typical success rate for UK life science start-ups. Companies at LBIC have collectively raised over £2.47 billion in funding, with 11 achieving successful IPOs.
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Home to more than 60 life science companies
LBIC is home to a wide range of companies, from university spin-outs and entrepreneurial start-ups to established UK pharma firms and international subsidiaries. Our dynamic community includes like-minded individuals excited to be in the heart of London’s life sciences ecosystem.
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Our experienced team is here to help. Complete this form, and we'll contact you to discuss your requirements.
Amanda Keightley-Pugh
Chief Commercial Officer
Janette Richardson
Chief Operations and Infrastructure Officer
Contact us
ContactLondon BioScience Innovation Centre
2 Royal College Street
London
NW1 0NH
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7691 1122