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Direct Democracy in Biotechnology Research:
Cheap Lab Space in Basel
Direct Democracy in Biotechnology Research:
Cheap Lab Space in Basel
Access affordable, fully equipped shared lab space in Basel.
Access affordable, fully equipped shared lab space in Basel.
Access BSL-1 benches, use state-of-the-art equipment, and join Basel’s biotech coworking community. Low-cost, flexible terms, and fuly compliant with Swiss regulations.
Lambda Biolab provides members a fully equipped lab where entrepreneurs can collaboratively use tools, supplies, and shared resources. Here, you do not need to be affiliated with any academic institution or company to use the lab. If you successfully complete the safety training and safety assessment, your project falls under biosafety level 1, and it does not cause significant disturbance to our neighbors, you will be granted access. All projects hosted by Lambda Biolab comply with the authorization and notification requirements set by the Swiss Federal Coordination Centre for Biotechnology. The lab itself complies with the Containment Ordinance (ContainO), and the Ordinance on the Protection of Employees against risks related to microorganisms (OPTM).
Benefits of Lambda Biolab Citizenship
Benefits of Lambda Biolab Citizenship
Use a registed BSL1 lab with maintained and calibrated equipment to conduct your experiments
Access to a lively co-working office space next door through our partnership with the artist-run collective, Symbiont
Get molecular biology consumables delivered through a registered business address
Personal injury, property damage, and liability coverage through Lambda Biolab's insurance policy
Dedicated storage in a -80C temperature-controlled unit with real-time temperature alarm monitoring
Professional support for your genetic engineering experiments
Waste management and disposal through an authorised company
You own 100% of all IP you develop
Available Equipment
Available Equipment
Clean Working Space and Storage
Clean Working Space and Storage
Clean Working Bench
Closed-System HEPA-Filtered Work Area
Sterile Laminar Flow Hood
-80C, -20C, and 4C Refrigerated Storage
Cell Culture and Transfection
Cell Culture and Transfection
Temperature-Adjustable Shaking Incubators
Electroporator for Genetic Transformation of Bacterial or Eukaryotic Cells
Inverted epifluorescence microscope
Spectrophotometer for Measuring Cell Culture Optical Densities
Nucleic Acids and Molecular Cloning Workstation
Nucleic Acids and Molecular Cloning Workstation
PCR Machine, Gel Electrophoresis Box, Transilluminator
Nano Spectrophotometer
Refrigerated Benchtop Centrifuge
Pipettes and Other Instruments
Media Preparation
Media Preparation
Laboratory pH meter
Analytical Scale
(accurate to 0.0001g)
Microwave
High Pressure Cooker / Autoclave
Other Equipment and Materials
Other Equipment and Materials
Plasticware, glassware, etc.
Sink, running water
Waste disposal
Temperature-adjustable dry bath
A Safe Working Environment
A Safe Working Environment
The lab is furnished with gloves, safety goggles, lab coats, a first aid kit, and a fire extinguisher. The safety concept also includes procedures for proper waste disposal.
Note: During peak hours, the space requires reservations in advance
Official Certification and Regulatory Compliance
Official Certification and Regulatory Compliance
Lambda Biolab is a fully authorized community biosafety level 1 (BSL-1) laboratory officially recognized by Swiss regulatory authorities. Our facility operates in compliance with:
The Swiss Federal Coordination Centre for Biotechnology requirements
The Containment Ordinance (ContainO)
The Ordinance on the Protection of Employees against risks related to microorganisms (OPTM)
Our operations have been formally reviewed and approved by the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment (BAFU), the Federal Office of Public Health, and cantonal authorities (Reference: A240192-1, approval date: February 4, 2025).
a240192-1-entscheid-bafu-basel-2025.pdfWhere to find us
Where to find us
Partners
Partners
Starship Factory
The largest hackerspace in Basel, serving as a meeting point for creative hobbyists, artists and intellectuals from Basel and beyond.
Symbiont Space
A creative, open research environment in Basel, dedicated to exploring practices across scientific, artistic, and other disciplines.
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