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Lab space

Our labs are built for innovators who want to move fast. They give R&D teams the space to test, scale and grow. From single benches to whole-floor Cat 2 wet labs, we offer fitted facilities across White City Campus and Old Oak in North Acton.

Explore our lab spaces.

Our labs support ventures at every stage and plug you directly into Imperial’s innovation ecosystem – world-leading researchers, specialist equipment and a community of scientists, founders and entrepreneurs turning groundbreaking ideas into real-world impact.

I-HUB at White City

I-HUB gives ambitious R&D teams the space and support advance quickly.

High-spec Cat1 and Cat2 wet labs – from startup benches to fully-fitted modular labs to whole floor labs over 1,000 m² that can be tailored for larger teams. With access to Imperial experts, specialist equipment and trusted suppliers, it’s an environment designed for rapid scientific progress.

Find out more about I-HUB.

Scale Space at White City

Cat-2 wet labs, designed for early-stage life science and biotech companies. Scale Space makes setup simple with fully serviced labs, shared equipment and specialist support – all within a lively community of founders and growing R&D teams.

Find out more at the Scale Space website.

Sciopolis at One Portal Way, North Acton (Available June 2026)

Move-in-ready, competitively priced wet labs for early-stage science and tech ventures. With simple, all-in-one pricing, flexible leases, and 42-120 m² units, Sciopolis makes it easy to start and scale. Located in the Old Oak Innovation Cluster in North Acton, it offers the space, support and community you need without long-term commitments.

Find out more on the Sciopolis website.