Knowledge Quarter: supporting innovation in the heart of London
World-class collaboration in Precision Health innovation at London Knowledge Quarter.
An inspiring environment for Life Science and Health innovation
The London Knowledge Quarter, a 67-acre hub around King’s Cross, is home to over 100 academic, research, and commercial organizations dedicated to advancing knowledge. It has become a world leader in precision medicine and personalized care, attracting top institutions like University College London, the Francis Crick Institute, and Great Ormond Street Hospital. With expertise spanning genomics, neurology, cancer, and more, the Quarter fosters collaboration and innovation.
World leading hub for precision medicine
King’s Cross hosts key specialists essential for advancing precision medicine research to clinical application. Funders like the Wellcome Trust, business development experts such as UKRI Innovate UK, and regulators like the Professional Standards Authority are all within close reach. The area’s focused infrastructure attracts significant investment and top talent. As research progresses toward commercialization, spinouts and startups need space to grow. Investors, recognizing the Quarter’s impact, are addressing this need. For example, BlackRock, British Airways, and GIC are developing the Tribeca Life Sciences Hub, providing 600,000 square feet of lab space for emerging enterprises.
Home of the biggest names in the field
Precision medicine requires specialized infrastructure, making the resources available in the London Knowledge Quarter a significant asset. Partnerships between research institutes, companies, and NHS clinicians enable the sharing of expensive resources like lab equipment, biobanks, and expertise in law and business. This support is crucial for new spinouts, such as the Sanger Institute’s Mosaic, a cancer genomics venture. With access to extensive research resources, business development support, and Innovate UK funding, Mosaic has attracted over £22 million in investment and is working to bring its first treatment to patients.
Sharing of talent
The proximity of world-leading universities, University College London and King’s College London, ensures a steady influx of graduates into the local talent pool. Nearby research institutes and businesses cultivate relationships with students through events, conferences, and placements, sparking interest in precision medicine and attracting top talent. Many research students are already involved in high-impact projects, such as a joint study on Motor Neurone Disease by the Francis Crick Institute, UCL, and UCLH. The Knowledge Quarter fosters collaboration across disciplines, keeping small companies visible to experienced specialists and facilitating the exchange of talent, a key advantage of the King’s Cross hub.
Our specialised assets at London Knowledge Quarter
The Knowledge Quarter (KQ) fosters innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing, creating unique opportunities for partnerships. By promoting open dialogue and breaking down barriers, KQ ensures a thriving environment of expertise. Its projects provide future clients with access to this knowledge network, making King’s Cross a world-class hub for research and innovation.
MAYDE, 5-10 Brandon Road
MAYDE, located at 5-10 Brandon Road in King’s Cross, offers 113,000 sq ft of combined GMP manufacturing, laboratory, and office space in London’s Tileyard Quarter innovation district. This state-of-the-art facility provides established and growing companies space to innovate under one roof. Kadans allows you to create bespoke lab and office spaces, supported by extensive expertise.
- GMP facilities
- Flexible labs
- Office spaces
- 113,000 sq ft
- Air changes
- Communal spaces
KILN, 18-20 Tileyard Road
KILN, located at 18-20 Tileyard Road, will be redeveloped into a 7,000 sqm purpose-built laboratory and office facility in King’s Cross’ Tileyard Quarter. Designed for CL2 wet labs and science use, KILN offers flexible rental spaces for knowledge-intensive companies. Kadans allows you to create bespoke lab spaces, including GMP manufacturing and pilot plant facilities. With Category A specifications, advanced air circulation, and tailored fit-out support, KILN fosters innovation in science, media, and creative industries within this thriving innovation district.
- CL2 labs
- Flexible offices
- Lab spaces
- 7.000 m2
- Meeting rooms
- Cycle facilities
VERSA, 4 Brandon Road
VERSA, located at 4 Brandon Road, is an R&D facility in the Knowledge Quarter, King’s Cross, adjacent to MAYDE. Designed with an “inside out” approach, its operational strategy and technical specifications prioritize business growth. The building features five floors, a basement, and a roof plant, with flexible internal layouts on a 7.2 grid. Each floor offers 7,000 to 9,000 sq ft of space, including a rooftop terrace.
- Flexible layouts
- R&D labs
- 51.600 sq ft
- Meeting rooms
- PV panels
- Communal spaces
MANTEL, 22-23 Tileyard Road
MANTEL, 22-23 Tileyard Road, located in King’s Cross, offers 8,000 sq m of tailored lab and office spaces across multiple floors, including retail options. Located in the Knowledge Quarter, it provides life sciences and tech companies with flexible environments to drive innovation. Clients gain access to Kadans’ expertise in designing and delivering bespoke workspaces, supporting growth within London’s vibrant science cluster.
- Laboratories & Offices
- Retail space
- Bespoke design
- Meeting rooms
- Public café
- PV panels
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Life Science and Health innovation on London Knowledge Quarter
The Life Sciences & Health sector tackles global challenges like pandemics and climate change, driving advancements in disease diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Kadans Science Partner helps you unlock opportunities in cutting-edge areas such as AI for cancer detection, precision medicine, and biogenetics. This innovative sector is transforming healthcare and addressing the urgent need for sustainable solutions located in London.
Discover your ideal lab space at Kadans
London Knowledge Quarter in King’s Cross offers a diverse range of lab and office spaces, from CL2 wet and dry labs to R&D powerhouses. Kadans offers tailored spaces to accommodate innovation and growth through collaboration. Discover our fitted lab spaces for your next innovation.
