Learn how to access the world-leading research facilities and expertise at the University of Oxford.

BioBites: Accessing Oxford’s Research FacilitiesWeatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine and the Kennedy Institute

Join us for a focused Lunch & Learn session that shows early-stage science start-ups and growing biotech companies how they can access the world-leading research facilities and expertise at the University of Oxford's Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine (WIMM’s Dr Maria Greco) and the Kennedy Institute (Professor Mark Coles).

Find out about:

Key facilities based at WIMM and the Kennedy Institute

How the University can help you design and carry out projects

The research being undertaken at WIMM and the Kennedy Institute

All Innovators are welcome!

About the WIMM: Single Cell and Spatial Biology Facility

The Single Cell and Spatial Biology Facility (https://www.imm.ox.ac.uk/facilities/wascof), based at the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, University of Oxford, provides specialist expertise and services in single-cell omics, spatial transcriptomics, and spatial proteomics. Using a comprehensive range of advanced technologies, the facility supports academic and commercial researchers with experimental design, sample preparation, and workflow optimisation.

About the Kennedy Institute

The Kennedy Institute (https://www.kennedy.ox.ac.uk/) provides specialist expertise and access to state-of-the-art research facilities, including Advanced Microscopy, Flow Cytometry; Mass-cytometry, Single cell & spatial genomics, microbiome sciences, Gnotobiology (germ-free/defined flora animal facility), histology, and much more. Combining cutting-edge technologies with experimental medicine capabilities, the Institute supports academic and commercial researchers with advanced research tools, human tissue models, and specialist expertise to accelerate therapeutic development and drive innovation in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.

About BIOBITES

BIOBITES is the BioEscalator’s lunch-and-learn series, serving up bite-sized wisdom for building early-stage biomedical start-ups and spinouts. Each session brings together founders, researchers and innovators over lunch to explore the practical skills that fuel biotech success.

About the BioEscalator

The BioEscalator is the University of Oxford’s biomedical innovation hub, supporting high-potential bioscience start-ups in translating cutting-edge science into real-world impact. Located on the Old Road clinical campus in Headington, it provides a supportive environment with high-quality lab infrastructure, entrepreneurial training, and strong industry networks. By collaborating with the University, the NHS, and researchers, the BioEscalator accelerates the development of innovative companies that drive meaningful advances in human health.

Find out more by visiting the BioEscalator website (https://www.bioescalator.ox.ac.uk/)

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