Buckeye Discovery Lab provides more than just a lab. Ventures gain access to a fully supported research environment designed for everything life science startups need to grow.
Laboratory Amenities
As of July 2026 - June 2027. Additional amenities may vary based on agreement level and availability.
Buckeye Discovery Lab Operational Services
- Professional hazardous and biological waste removal.
- Centralized ordering of consumables (billed monthly at cost + 15%).
- Technical training for all shared core instrumentation.
Environmental Health and Safety
As a lab resident in the Innovation District at Ohio State you have access to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) which assists the university community in providing and maintaining a safe and healthful work environment.
Meeting & Wellness
- 6 reservable conference rooms (1123, 1171, 1173, 1175, 1177, 1167)
- 2 reservable wellness/privacy rooms (1169, 1168)
Professional Space
- IT Support (Room 1145)
- Furnished lobby
- Kitchenette (1010)
- Mail Room (1230)
- Loading dock
Security
- 24/7 security swipe card access for building and labs
- visitor sign-in protocols
Specialized Auxiliary Facilities
- Fume Hood Room (1130-Q)
- Cold Room (1130-R)
- Autoclave Room (1150-F)
- Equipment Room (1130-U)
- Waste Room (1130-X)
Technical Utilities
- Ultrapure Water Purification System
- Glassware Dishwasher
- Laboratory Ice Machine
- Shared Printer
- Secure Paper Shredding
Move-in-Ready Wet Labs with an Extended Network
By co-locating with a community of life science entrepreneurs and scientists, residents benefit from hybrid learning, mentorship from industry veterans, and a network of strategic partners within the heart of the Innovation District. Amenities not only include an extensive inventory of high-end shared research equipment but also access to select Ohio State core labs, services, and equipment, with that network expected to grow over time.
Ohio State Core Labs
Medical Modeling, Materials and Manufacturing (M4) Lab
The M4 Lab uses advanced 3D printing, engineering and medical expertise to develop patient-specific models, medical devices and clinical solutions that improve patient care.
Campus Chemical Instrument Center (CCIC)
CCIC provides advanced chemical analysis through state-of-the-art nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, proteomics and metabolomics capabilities that support research across disciplines.
Campus Microscopy and Imaging Facility (CMIF)
CMIF provides researchers with expert-supported light and electron microscopy, imaging and image-analysis capabilities to visualize and understand biological and other complex samples at high resolution.
Take the Next Step
Don't let physical space constraints or high equipment costs limit your growth. Secure a high-value environment that offers far more than just a bench — find a home where your venture can thrive.
