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BioIncubation Facilities at University College Dublin

The bioincubation facilities at UCD, which have been part-funded by Enterprise Ireland, are located at NovaUCD (www.ucd.ie/nova) and consist of a newly re-furbished 340m2 suite containing 6 laboratories to accommodate biotechnology companies. PDF Version of UCD BioIncubator flyer>>

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NovaUCD, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, IRELAND (REPUBLIC)

Tel:+353 1 716 3719

Fax:+353 1 716 3709

NovaUCD is the EUR 11 million Innovation and Technology Transfer Centre at UCD. NovaUCD's vision is to become an international leader in the commercialisation of research and other knowledge-intensive activity. NovaUCD is responsible for the implementation of UCD policies relating to intellectual property and for the provision of advice on the identification, protection and exploitation of UCD's intellectual property. NovaUCD works with researchers in identifying the most appropriate business model for the commercialisation of intellectual property. This may involve licensing to commercial partners or the creation of spin-off companies. NovaUCD provides entrepreneurs and knowledge-based start-up companies a comprehensive business support programme comprising advice, seminars, consultancy, workshops and individual training. 4,000 m2 of space has already been developed at NovaUCD and new support programmes introduced to facilitate the establishment of a range of new ventures and other exciting opportunities for commercialisation. NovaUCD currently has 19 client companies occupying 32 of the 42 incubation units including UCD spin-off companies, BiancaMed and Celtic Catalysts. Other UCD biotechnology-related companies include Berand, Cytrea, Enzolve, and Ildana Biotech. University College Dublin UCD has established one of the largest multidisciplinary research institutes in Ireland, the Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research. This EUR 92 million Institute, which officially opened in September 2003 consists of over 300 University researchers. It comprises three specialist centres: Centre for Chemical Synthesis and Biology, Centre for Integrative Biology and the Centre for Molecular Medicine. The four major areas of focus in the Conway Institute are: Cancer, Vascular Biology, Neuroscience and Infection, Immunity and Inflammation. UCD has been chosen as the location to build a National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT). The EUR 90 million NIBRT will provide resources to leading research programmes, undergraduate and postgraduate education and pharmaceutical bioprocessing addressing key shortages in skilled personnel in the high value biotech sector. Availability of Labs:May 2005, all labs available to rent. Total Bio-incubation:340 m2 Space Lab Number/Sizes:2 x 17 m2; 1 x 19 m2; 1 x 26 m2; 2 x 46 m2; Lab Facilities:Fume cupboards, access to a de-ionised water supply, 3-phase electricity, fire and smoke alarms, safety shower, controlled access , and telephone and internet lines. Access to specialised equipment on the UCD campus can be agreed with individual university departments. Office space is also available in NovaUCD for laboratory clients. Management Team: The incubator units will be managed by Peter Finnegan with the assistance of Dr Davnat Heenan. Application Procedure: Please contact Peter Finnegan, Project Manager,Enterprise Development, NovaUCD, email: peter.finnegan@ucd.ie or Dr Davnat Heenan, Commercialisation Specialist EI Bio davnat.heenan@ucd.ie Rent/m2: Please enquire. Duration of Tenancy: Please enquire. Business Supports: NovaUCD offers entrepreneurs and knowledge-based start-up companies a comprehensive business support programme comprising advice, seminars, consultancy, workshops and individual training. The main elements of the programme include: advice and assistance on all aspects of new venture formation; the Campus Company Development Programme; clinics and advice from the NovaUCD sponsors and other organisations in the NovaUCD Network and established training and Continuing Professional Development programmes. Business Resources: Companies locating at NovaUCD have access to full reception and secretarial services, meeting and seminar rooms and subject to availability a Board Room. Other services include 24-hour security, car parking, photocopying and fax facilities, a centrally located coffee shop within NovaUCD, other restaurants on the UCD campus and access to UCD facilities such as bookshop, bank, sports centre and library. Does NovaUCD take equity in companies? Start-up companies locating in NovaUCD from outside UCD are normally required to give the University a small equity share in the company. For More Information please contact: Peter Finnegan, Project Manager, Enterprise Development, peter.finnegan@ucd.ie or Dr Davnat Heenan, Commercialisation Specialist EI Bio davnat.heenan@ucd.ie or visit the NovaUCD website, www.ucd.ie/nova Enterprise Ireland, through the Biotechnology Directorate and Dr Davnat Heenan, who is based in NovaUCD, work closely with the NovaUCD team to offer NovaUCD clients and UCD academics and entrepreneurs access to a range of services provided by Enterprise Ireland and EI Bio including technology transfer and commercialisation assistance, start-up promotion and marketing and competitive intelligence and business database support.

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