Health Innovation Hub
Lab and office spaces adjecent to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital campus.
Health Innovation Hub: ‘triple helix’ of research, healthcare and industry
An inspiring environment for research, development, and innovation
Precision medicine is transforming healthcare by offering targeted therapies rather than a “one-size-fits-all” approach. In Glasgow, a city with deep industrial roots, collaboration between academia, industry, and healthcare is driving this progress. The Health Innovation Hub will support this growth, solidifying Glasgow’s role in precision medicine. As part of the Living Laboratory at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, this project integrates research, healthcare, and industry to accelerate clinical innovation in this field.
Flexibility as the heart of the design
The Health Innovation Hub is the first purpose-built laboratory building in Glasgow, and offers flexible lab and office spaces. The building includes a shared equipment room and dedicated lab services support. Its accessible ground floor features a café and collaboration areas, fostering community engagement and providing a welcoming space for the local public. Additionally, the Hub will house a ‘Digital Health Validation Lab’ dedicated to evaluating and validating digital health technologies for clinical application. This facility will accelerate the adoption of innovative digital health solutions into clinical practice, supporting the growth of cutting-edge healthcare advancements.
Part of the Living Laboratory project
The Living Laboratory for Precision Medicine, with £38 million in UK government funding, aims to support collaborative precision medicine advancements. Integrated within Queen Elizabeth University Hospital alongside the Clinical Innovation Zone, it brings together research, healthcare, and industry—the “triple helix”—to streamline innovation. Supported by clinical data, infrastructure, and a strong academic-clinical network, the Hub accelerates the adoption of new technologies, enabling experts to co-develop innovations that deliver tangible, real-world healthcare solutions.
A network of shared goals and ambitions
The Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID) is a partnership between the University of Glasgow, Scottish Enterprise, and Glasgow City Council. GRID fosters an environment that strengthens existing industry collaborations while encouraging new ones. Spanning both sides of the River Clyde, GRID reimagines Glasgow’s industrial legacy for the modern age, positioning the city as a leader in future-focused industries and paving the way for transformative real-world innovation. Through Kadans, you get the opportunity to join this incredible network of innovate professionals while joining a community that is part of over 30 different science clusters throughout all of Europe.
Sustainability
- Targeting BREEAM ‘Excellent’
- WiredScore Platinum
- Photovoltaic panels
- Heating and cooling strategies
Technical specifications
- 65,000 sq ft
- Centralised LN2 cylinder
- 6 Air changes per hour
- Vibration response factor of <0.5
Design & Smart building
- The building is designed for CL2 wet labs
- Centralised laboratory gases
- Modern and flexible workspace design
Location
- Located next to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
- In the middle of the Clinical Innovation Zone
- Close to Glasgow city centre
Facilities
- Fully equipped meeting spaces
- Shared equipment room
- Digital Health Validation Lab
- On-site catering facilities
- Lab services support
- IT support
Community
- Part of the Living Laboratories project
- Triple helix of research, healthcare and industry
- Networking and business events
- Strong collaborations opportunities
Sustainability
- Targeting BREEAM ‘Excellent’
- WiredScore Platinum
- Photovoltaic panels
- Heating and cooling strategies
Location
- Located next to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
- In the middle of the Clinical Innovation Zone
- Close to Glasgow city centre
Technical specifications
- 65,000 sq ft
- Centralised LN2 cylinder
- 6 Air changes per hour
- Vibration response factor of <0.5
Facilities
- Fully equipped meeting spaces
- Shared equipment room
- Digital Health Validation Lab
- On-site catering facilities
- Lab services support
- IT support
Design & Smart building
- The building is designed for CL2 wet labs
- Centralised laboratory gases
- Modern and flexible workspace design
Community
- Part of the Living Laboratories project
- Triple helix of research, healthcare and industry
- Networking and business events
- Strong collaborations opportunities
Are you ready to discover rentable laboratory and office spaces in the Health Innovation Hub?
Call, mail or chat with Oli: +44 75 70 65 87 06 or o.appleyard@kadans.com.
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Life sciences & health
Life Sciences & Health
The UK’s Life Sciences & Health sector is driving pioneering research – from harnessing AI for cancer detection to advancements in precision medicine and biogenetics. It’s addressing challenges posed by incurable diseases, shortages, and rising costs of health care, an ageing population, and healthcare inequality. And encompasses a diverse range of technologies and discoveries in healthcare.
As the cornerstone of Glasgow’s expanding life sciences cluster, the Health Innovation Hub will play a pivotal role in accelerating breakthroughs across health and life sciences. Its purpose-built laboratories, shared specialist equipment, and integrated digital health validation capabilities create an environment where innovators can rapidly test, refine, and scale new solutions. The Health Innovation Hub is a catalyst for advancing novel diagnostics, digital health tools, and next-generation therapies, driving meaningful improvements in population health and supporting the continued growth of Glasgow’s life sciences sector.
High tech systems & materials
High Tech Systems & Materials
The UK’s High Tech Systems & Materials sector powers innovation across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and advanced manufacturing. It’s tackling global challenges such as sustainable mobility, energy efficiency, and digital transformation, while driving breakthroughs in robotics, photonics, and nanotechnology. This sector underpins critical technologies shaping the future of industry and society.
The Health Innovation Hub is at the forefront of Glasgow’s high-tech healthcare ecosystem, providing state-of-the-art spaces designed to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced health technologies. The Health Innovation Hub enables researchers, clinicians, and industry partners to rapidly co-develop and validate innovative solutions, from digital health tools to next-generation diagnostics and therapies. Its integration of collaborative workspaces, public engagement areas, and the Digital Health Validation Lab creates a unique environment where cutting-edge technology can be tested and translated into real-world clinical practice.