Abingdon Science Park: revolutionising innovation through collective intelligence in Oxford
Collective intelligence revolutionising R&D at Abingdon Science Park
An inspiring environment for research, development, and innovation
Abingdon Science Park, located in the heart of Oxfordshire’s Science Vale, is a thriving innovation hub for life sciences and health, high-tech, and sustainable energy innovations. Positioned near Oxford University, renowned for its world-leading medicine faculty, the park attracts top scientific, research, and tech organisations. Supported by Oxford Science Enterprise (OSE), the Oxford University accelerates groundbreaking science from start-up labs to the global stage, driving demand for access and accommodation in this dynamic region of economic growth and innovation.
Collaborative nature to collectively improve algorithms
Collaborations in AI-driven research unite diverse expertise, from molecular biologists to computational engineers, enhancing algorithm quality through larger training datasets. The Oxford Big Data Institute aims to create and analyse these extensive datasets to uncover disease mechanisms. However, data sharing in medical research poses challenges, as hospitals cannot share identifiable patient information. To address this, the Institute has developed a device to decouple research data from personal details, facilitating safer data sharing. If successful, this technology could streamline the creation of large datasets essential for advancing AI-based health technologies without compromising data protection laws.
Strong network of local expertise
AI research flourishes through interdisciplinary collaboration among universities, hospitals, and industry, ensuring access to a diverse skill set and expertise. In the Oxford area, such partnerships are common, with institutions like the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford Brookes University, and various University of Oxford research institutes nearby. This strong local network fosters innovation in AI and genomics. Additionally, access to facilities for computational and wet lab research is crucial.
Science Vale: accelerating business growth
Abingdon Science Park is located within UK’s Science Vale, one of the designated UK Enterprise Zones that support economic growth, which makes it a particularly attractive location for new businesses or those looking to expand in the area. There are several other science, research and innovation organisations at Abingdon Science Park already, including companies that specialise in diagnostics, gene therapy, and other areas of life sciences and health.
Our specialised assets at Abingdon Science Park
Abingdon Science Park is situated within one of Europe’s most vibrant research and development ecosystems, housing world-leading companies and innovative SMEs. Kadans offers five buildings with high specification office and laboratory spaces, which can be customised as bespoke fitted facilities or delivered to Category A specifications, catering to diverse client requirements.
Sovereign House
Sovereign House has been completely refurbished by Kadans since 2022. The building provides 7,455 sq ft of ground-floor laboratory space and 7,388 sq ft of first-floor office space. The office and science laboratory building can be offered as a bespoke fitted lab and office facility or delivered to Cat A specification.
- 14,843 sq ft
- Recently refurbished
- Fitted spaces
- Cat A
- Modern facilities
- Reception area
Barton House
Barton House is a best-in-class laboratory facility developed by Kadans. The building adds further purpose-built laboratory and office accommodation to Abingdon Science Park. Barton House can be offered in Cat A condition or as a fully bespoke, fitted laboratory and office accommodation in the heart of the Science Park.
- 25.400 sq ft
- Flexible spaces
- BREEAM Excellent
- Loading capacity
- Parking facilities
- Park Café
Penlon House
Penlon House is currently fully leased to the medical equipment company, Penlon Limited. Penlon develops, manufactures, and exports anaesthesia and other medical device industry products to over 90 countries worldwide. The company played a critical role during the COVID-19 pandemic, producing emergency ventilators from Penlon House.
- Single tenant
- Lab and office space
- Access to local community
- On-site support
- 49.000+ sq ft
- Warehouse available
Monarch House
Monarch House offers 10,183 sq ft of fully refurbished, adaptable laboratory and office space across two levels. The facility includes 5,120 sq ft of laboratory space and 5,063 sq ft of first-floor offices, featuring modern, open-plan layouts that cater to diverse tenant needs in a state-of-the-art environment.
- 10.183 sq ft
- Recently refurbished
- Bespoke lab and offices
- Private parking
- Cold rooms
- Service entrance
The Science Quadrant
The Science Quadrant houses multiple R&D companies. The cluster of 4 buildings, has a campus look and feel, providing the opportunity for seamless collaboration to develop R&D strategies. The Science Quadrant contains space for fully operational laboratories as well as Cat A laboratories and offices.
- 4 buildings
- 12 clients
- R&D spaces
- Reception area
- Facility team
- On-site café
Are you looking for laboratory or office space near Oxford? Contact us now!
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Discover your ideal lab space at Kadans
Abingdon Science Park contains several buildings with both wet and dry laboratory spaces and R&D facilities, as well as Cat A products and bespoke, fitted lab and office spaces in the heart of the Abingdon Science Park. Modern, open-plan layouts will fit all your needs to grow and innovate.
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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.
Oxford is one of the key regions where many exciting innovations in Life Science and Health are being developed. Including groundbreaking research in AI in genomic medicine, benefitting from the John Radcliffe Department of Medicine, diagnostings, bio therapeutics, and aerospace technology.
Chemistry & Energy
Chemistry & Energy
The UK’s Chemistry & Energy sector is at the forefront of sustainable innovation, from clean energy technologies to advanced materials and green chemical processes. It addresses urgent global needs like decarbonization, resource efficiency, and renewable energy integration, while supporting industries from pharmaceuticals to consumer goods.
Abingdon Science Park is a leading hub for chemistry and energy innovation, hosting organisations at the forefront of AI-enhanced drug discovery, molecular and cancer diagnostics, personalised medicine, medical devices, and battery technology. Its collaborative environment unites computational engineers, molecular biologists, and clinicians, supported by the Oxford Big Data Institute, enabling secure data sharing and large-scale AI research. Situated within Science Vale, the park benefits from a rich local network of universities, hospitals, and research institutes, fostering interdisciplinary innovation and providing access to state-of-the-art wet lab and computational facilities.
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.
Abingdon Science Park is a centre of excellence for high-tech systems and materials, supporting innovations in AI, battery technology, and advanced medical devices. The park fosters collaboration between engineers, data scientists, and materials specialists, leveraging secure, large-scale datasets to accelerate R&D. Its location in Science Vale, close to Oxford University and local research institutes, provides unrivalled access to expertise, cutting-edge laboratories, and interdisciplinary partnerships, driving the development of next-generation technologies in sustainable energy, precision engineering, and high-performance materials.