A life sciences accelerator built for progress.
Breakthroughs begin here
Based in Birmingham, PHTA gives pioneering life sciences companies, start-ups, spin-outs and research teams the environment, expertise and clinical connections to move ideas forward. With flexible lab space, specialist facilities, real-world data, diverse patient populations and three hospitals within a five-minute walk, this is where health innovation gets closer to clinical reality.
For life sciences, medtech, diagnostics, precision health and translational research teams ready for their next stage.
CL2 capability
High-spec labs
WHO WE ARE
Introducing PHTA
The Precision Health Technology Accelerator is a purpose-built innovation hub in Birmingham, connecting pioneering life sciences companies with clinical expertise, NHS infrastructure, real-world data and diverse patient populations.
Whether you are a start-up, spin-out or scaling business, PHTA provides the environment and partnerships to help you move from concept to clinical impact.
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A new era for life sciences in Birmingham.
Flexible lab space, ready for your next stage.
PHTA provides flexible laboratory environments for pioneering life sciences companies, start-ups, spin-outs and research teams who need space that can support growth.
3.10 — Wet lab space
51.7 sq m / 556 sq ft · Up to 10 people · Containment Level 2 lab · Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Premier Laboratory Systems ‘Enterprise’ fume cupboard
- Milli-Q® IQ 7005 Ultrapure and Pure Water Purification System
- Suitable for early-stage and scaling life science and healthtech companies
- Partially let – shared occupancy available
3.12 — Wet lab space
52.8 sq m / 568 sq ft · Up to 8 people · Containment Level 2 lab · Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Milli-Q® IQ 7005 Ultrapure and Pure Water Purification System
- Suitable for early-stage and scaling life science and healthtech companies
- Available now
3.13 — Wet lab and office module
93.8 sq m / 1,010 sq ft · Up to 16 people · Containment Level 2 lab · Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Milli-Q® IQ 7005 Ultrapure and Pure Water Purification System
- Suitable for early-stage and scaling life science and healthtech companies
Not sure which lab is right?
Tell us what your company needs and we’ll help identify the best-fit space.
Everything you need to move research forward.
The right lab space can change what’s possible. But progress needs more than a room and a bench. At PHTA, companies and researchers work within a connected life sciences ecosystem — with access to specialist expertise, clinical services, data, patient populations and purpose-built facilities.
Clinical proximity
Through Birmingham Health Partners, access more than 25 years of health data, including over 10 billion rows of inpatient data and curated datasets ready for research
Diverse patient populations
Birmingham’s exceptionally diverse population can help ensure your research reflects the communities and patients it is designed to serve
Clinical trials expertise
Our Industry Trials Hub designs and delivers ‘fit-for-filing’ trials with marketing authorisation in mind, accelerating the pathway to clinical adoption
Real-world data
Through Birmingham Health Partners, access more than 25 years of health data, including over 10 billion rows of inpatient data and curated datasets ready for research
Clinical Immunology Services
Access comprehensive diagnostic and research services through the University of Birmingham’s Clinical Immunology Services, based on site at PHTA
Makerspace
Turn concepts into prototypes with advanced 3D printing, expert design consultancy and hands-on technical support
Commercialisation support
Draw on the experience and connections of a team that has established and scaled successful life sciences businesses
Near-patient biomanufacturing – coming 2028
Our GMP cleanroom will give NHS and industry partners a secure environment for manufacturing biologic therapies and vaccines – a first for the Midlands
Prime Location
Why Birmingham?
Very few facilities offer access to three hospitals and a leading university within a five-minute walk. At PHTA, research happens within reach of clinical services, diverse patient populations and real-world data — helping companies and researchers connect their work to clinical reality faster.
- Direct access to 3 major teaching hospitals
- University of Birmingham clinical partnership
- Fast rail links to London (HS2 ready)
- Access to a diverse patient population of 6m+
A credible alternative to the Golden Triangle
For pioneering life sciences companies priced out of the Golden Triangle, or looking for room to grow, PHTA offers a connected, commercially attractive base in Birmingham.
Based at Birmingham Health Innovation Campus, PHTA brings together lab space, collaborative workspaces, the Makerspace and access to academic and clinical expertise.
Built around what scaling companies need
- Premium CL2 lab space
- Flexible modules for start-ups, SMEs & scale-ups
- Access to business support and commercialisation expertise
- Proximity to clinical, academic and innovation networks
- A visible home for funders, partners and collaborators
Purpose-built for life sciences.
PHTA supports innovation beyond the lab, with access to specialist facilities that help companies prototype, test and develop new health technologies.
Makerspace / prototyping
From concept to prototype with full workshop access and technical support.
Wet and dry laboratories
High-specification laboratory environments for companies at every stage of growth.
Meeting and event spaces
Hosting meetings, workshops, away days and training sessions for up to 100 people.
Shared equipment
Access to sample freezers, autoclaves, glass washers and lab gases.
“
PHTA offers the perfect combination of laboratory facilities, clinical expertise and access to representative end users, to help us advance this important stage
of our programme.
John Sperzel
Chief Executive Officer
Osler Diagnostics
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