soft landing in lcr Case Studies
PIERIAN BIOSCIENCES
Why Liverpool?
The personalised medicine and translational science developer has been able to expand three times within Liverpool Science Park, now occupying 2,600sq ft of CAT-2 Laboratory space, increasing their provision of clinically actionable diagnostic information.
“Following our positive landing in Liverpool, we are progressing discussions with collaborators and partners to move our goal of enabling treatment directing personal medicine for oncology and immunotherapies closer to the finish line, as well as creating new employment opportunities as our UK team expands further.”
Norman Purvis, Chief Scientific Officer & Head of Research and Development, at Pierian Biosciences.
sepsiscan
Why Liverpool?
The University of Latvia spin-out moved into Liverpool’s newly opened CENTRAL TECH to further develop its AI-powered, medical imaging device, which is used for real-time evaluation of early sepsis diagnostics, as well as to engage with new R&D partners.
“Ahead of officially launching our novel product within the EU and UK markets, we wanted to establish a new international base, which already has a good cluster of leading healthcare players nearby, as well as having a collaborative stakeholder ethos, strong transport links, and an element of rich history and culture.
“We’re delighted to have found all of this in abundance in Liverpool, and specifically love the city’s knowledge cluster and innovation ecosystem.”
Didzis Rutitis, Dr.sc.administr, CEO of Sepsiscan
aivion
Why Liverpool?
The India-founded AI solutions company moved into CENTRAL TECH in Liverpool, to empower local organisations with affordable and innovative artificial intelligence solutions, with a strong focus on the education and financial services sectors.
“Liverpool has been making the right noises over the past few years, promoting to the world that it is innovative, creative, and open for business. The city region’s strong international perception, forward-thinking landscape, and immense soft-landing support made it a clear choice for us, and is the ideal area for us to lay down our UK roots.”
Kofil Ali, Non-Executive Director, for Aivion
plantsea
Why Liverpool?
The award-winning Welsh start-up launched its new Liverpool hub within Liverpool Science Park to disrupt the plastics market and accelerate the transition to mass-market biodegradable materials.
“The close proximity to the Universities, the city centre location and strong business networks made Liverpool Science Park the perfect location for us. The office was well priced for a start-up like ours, especially given the amazing view, and there is a great atmosphere around the place.
“Sciontec has also provided us with flexibility to expand and grow within their innovation centres, something which is very important for a business like ours.”
Rhiannon Rees, CEO and Co-founder of PlantSea
mycardium ai
Success in Liverpool: The University College London spin-out, which eliminates uncertainty and delay in cardiovascular diagnosis by equipping clinicians with accurate, AI-powered insights, started with a single hot desk within Sciontec’s flexible workspace at The Spine, and has since grown to occupy a 1,400 sqft private workspace within Liverpool Science Park.
“Liverpool is a great place for us to be headquartered. It has a strong innovation ecosystem, with some very good people, and it feels like we are working towards a shared vision here in the city.”
Antony Shimmin, Chief Operating Officer, at MyCardium AI
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