For bold scientists and visionary biotech innovators, the path from a lab bench discovery to a viable product is often blocked by the single biggest hurdle: securing appropriate lab space.
The Space Stranglehold: Why Conventional Labs Don’t Work for Startups
Standard lab environments are costly, inflexible, and frequently require a company to give up equity to gain access. Early-stage biotech founders struggle with the high costs of equipment, non-negotiable long-term lease commitments, and a lack of readily available amenities. This bottleneck stifles innovation. It is precisely for this reason that good ideas never leave the bench.
BADASS Labs Founder Dr. David Kiewlich knows this all too well. He spent 18 long frustrating months hunting for the perfect lab for his own biotech companies. The pain of the situation inspired a new solution.
BADASS Labs: Removing the Roadblocks to Your Scientific Breakthroughs
At BADASS Labs, the top nonprofit biotech incubator in the world, we are dedicated to removing these obstacles. We do not believe that science breakthroughs should be limited by expensive and rigid lab facilities. We offer flexible lab coworking space for early-stage biotech startups, life sciences, and climate tech startups in the Bay Area.
You will have 24/7 unrestricted access to world class lab instruments just like a top university, for a flat fee with no equity or intellectual property claims. Our goal is to be part of the success of your startup and help bring the next wave of products to market that will change the world! We are a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 organization focused on bettering the human race through science.
A Startup Success Platform for the Most Fearless Innovators
Our business model is based on unparalleled flexibility, support, and access. Comprehensive services and state of the art lab space are provided at a flat fee, and companies can stay as long as they need. There is no forced graduation date. You will be with us for as long as it takes to succeed.
The result? 89% to 95% of BADASS Labs member companies have been successful compared to the industry average of 10% startup success rate. We have helped our members raise over $900 Million so far! Together, we are changing the world through biotech innovations from cell therapies to oncology research, bio-manufacturing, battery materials and carbon capture.
We operate under the philosophy: succeed or learn. There is no fail. This is much more than just a lab, it is a startup success platform and community of scientific rebels who want to change the world. The idea of lifting all boats is not just our motto, it is our philosophy.
BADASS Labs FAQ
- What makes BADASS Labs Incubator different from other incubators? We are a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 organization that will not take equity or intellectual property. BADASS Labs provides unrestricted 24/7 access to world class laboratories, flexible terms, and focused expertise for your success. The bottom line: we are dedicated to accelerating your success and the advancement of science for humanity.
- What kind of lab equipment is available at BADASS Labs? We have world-class instruments for many applications including cell therapies, gene therapy, oncology, AAV manufacturing, battery materials, biofuels, sustainable bio-manufacturing, and carbon capture, climate tech and more. Access to lab equipment is always included in your lab flat fee.
- How long can my startup stay at BADASS Labs Incubator? Your startup can stay as long as needed in the LAB to achieve milestones. We have no forced graduation dates! We want our member companies to succeed.
- Are there opportunities for networking and collaboration inside of BADASS Labs? Yes! We are proud to build and host a collaborative community environment where scientific rebels meet, collaborate, and grow together. There are many programs, workshops, events, and gatherings. We love lifting all boats in our community.
- Is BADASS Labs good for a climate tech startup? Yes! We provide lab space, lab equipment, and other resources to many climate tech startups to help them realize their innovations, from battery materials to biofuels and sustainable bio-manufacturing and carbon capture technology and more. Your innovation could change our world!
Ready to Change the World?
Stop stressing over finding laboratory space. Instead, join the fastest way to biotech success at BADASS Labs! To learn more, schedule a tour of our state-of-the-art facilities in Alameda, check out our community of scientists making a difference, or apply now for laboratory space!