Welcome to Babraham Research Campus
Our Campus is a living ecosystem supporting every stage of the life science entrepreneur’s journey – creating the space, support and sustainable environment needed to turn pioneering ideas into thriving world-changing businesses. It’s a community of over 60 companies, 2,000 employees and 300 academic researchers. From start-ups to scale-ups, it’s the best place for bioscience entrepreneurs to discover, innovate, grow and thrive.
A Life Science Entrepreneur’s Story
What does it really take to turn an idea into a life science company? In this film, hear directly from Lucy Jung, founder of LYEONS Neurotech, at the early stages of her journey at Babraham Research Campus, as she navigates the challenges, decisions and breakthroughs that shape her path. From first prototypes to building momentum, it offers an honest insight into what starting out looks like and what comes next.
Starting out
Accelerate@Babraham
Our 10-month pre-seed company support programme offers undiluted funding of £10,000 and access to communal lab space, infrastructure and support from the wider Campus ecosystem.
LiveLabs
Fully serviced, flexible co-working laboratory space, enabling early-stage entrepreneurs to get started quickly, without the stress of long leases, capital intensive fit-outs or overwhelming operational distractions.
Connect@Babraham
We offer a range of professional, inspiring spaces for meetings and events, including the Cambridge Building, our purpose-built venue featuring a 200-seat lecture theatre.
The
Babraham
Ecosystem
From idea to impact
From cutting-edge labs to tailored business support, we offer the full spectrum of infrastructure and services to nurture early-stage bioscience innovation, turning ideas into commercial success.
Expert support to power your growth
Our dedicated specialist engineering and operational support teams handle the day-to-day tasks and offer expert advice – leaving you to focus on advancing your science and scaling your innovation within our world-class bioscience environment.
Where research meets enterprise
At the heart of our Campus, the Babraham Institute drives world-class life science discovery into healthy aging. Sharing services, equipment and research, we unite academia and industry to accelerate innovation together.
A connected community driving innovation
With 60+ life science companies, the Babraham Institute, and a rich network of investors, advisors and alumni, our Campus fuels innovation at every stage. Connections happen organically – through shared spaces, events, and a vibrant social and professional community designed to spark serendipitous connections.
Innovation programmes
We offer a powerful suite of innovation programmes to help life science entrepreneurs accelerate ideas and scale effectively. Our flagship incubator, Accelerate@Babraham, provides pre-seed founders with expert mentoring, an intensive taught programme, up to 12 months free communal lab space and non-dilutive funding to build commercial and scientific momentum. In addition, the Campus supports multiple initiatives and talent-focused programmes, connecting those working here with specialist expertise, peer networks, and the wider Cambridge innovation ecosystem – helping transform scientific breakthrough into high-impact ventures.
Accelerate@Babraham
Our pre-seed entrepreneurial support programme – stress test your science and develop your business proposition in a supportive environment.
Cambridge NeuroWorks
A fellowship programme to help develop, validate and accelerate breakthrough neurotechnologies as part of the Accelerate@Babraham programme.
Talent programmes
We cultivate the next generation of life science talent by connecting entrepreneurs, researchers and partners via mentoring, networks, apprenticeships and collaboration opportunities.
Looking for an inspiring events location?
Connect@Babraham is our conferencing and events venue at the heart of Babraham Research Campus - inspiring inspiring, flexible spaces designed for innovation-led organisations. The Cambridge Building provides a modern, light-filled environment with a 200-seat lecture theatre, versatile meeting rooms, breakout areas, and an outdoor terrace overlooking landscaped grounds. Complemented by additional outdoor options such as the Old Hall Lawns and the Walled Garden, Connect@Babraham supports multiple event formats, from seminars and workshops to large-scale celebrations. All delivered by a passionate events team focused on bringing each client’s vision to life.
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