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Oxford’s biomedical innovation hub

The BioEscalator is the University of Oxford’s thriving incubator for fast-growing biomedical companies.

Situated in the heart of the world’s leading university’s clinical campus, its inspirational and supportive environment accelerates the development of its resident start-ups to have a major impact on human health.

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"Having our own lab space and access to high-quality shared facilities in central Oxford allowed us to rapidly progress our developmental programmes, and to recruit top tier scientific talent."

Sonia Bracegirdle, PepGen

"Being based in a purpose-built facility for early-stage life science businesses surrounded by others navigating through the early stages of building a biotech company has definitely made a difference."

Charlotte Casebourne, Theolytics

"The BioEscalator It gave us access to first-class laboratory space in a prime campus location and provided an environment that was key to supporting the rapid growth of the company."

Kevin Pojasek, Enara Bio

"We're really excited to continue our experimental work at BioEscalator, which has been instrumental in enabling early-stage spinouts like us to generate new data efficiently."

Muhammad Hanifi, Eterna Biologics.

Created by pioneering scientists, backed by prestigious investors and selected by the BioEscalator, some of the UK’s highest potential bioscience companies are located here.

Embedded in the University of Oxford’s exceptional innovation ecosystem, the BioEscalator’s companies enhance and support its cutting-edge academic research.

Meet our resident companies

Purpose-built for growth

Ambitious fast-growing bioscience companies need flexible lab space, access to high quality research infrastructure and room to grow.

Whether you're renting a bench in our shared innovation lab or setting up in your own space, the BioEscalator’s flexible, eco-friendly facilities are designed to grow with you.

Our core laboratory facilities are available to accelerate your R&D.

See our space and facilities

Join a thriving community of innovation

When you join the BioEscalator, you become part of a powerful network.

Our resident start-ups form an ambitious, collaborative network that fosters knowledge-sharing and mutual support.

The network extends beyond current residents, with alumni companies continuing to support and inspire new ventures.

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Complementary to the entrepreneurial atmosphere, our bespoke programme of events and training is pivotal to the success of resident companies.

Whether it’s some exciting development news, a leading industry networking event or a fierce pitch battle, there’s always something going on at the BioEscalator.

Latest news

A model of the uterus.

Theolytics doses first patient in Phase I/IIa Trial of THEO-260 in ovarian cancer

19 November 2024

Ovarian Cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer related deaths among women. Theolytics’ discovery platform was applied to identify a mechanistically differentiated adenovirus - THEO-260 - for high grade serous ovarian cancer.

Next event

BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show

Tuesday, 10 December 2024, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ

Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.