Labcon Sponsors LabCentral's Network of Massachusetts-Based Coworking Labs

Labcon North America, the world's leading manufacturer of Earth Friendly® laboratory disposables, has announced its sponsorship of LabCentral, the premier Massachusetts-based network of coworking labs designed to accelerate high-potential biotech startups. This strategic partnership aims to support LabCentral's mission of fostering scientific discoveries and connects Labcon to a thriving ecosystem of promising new ventures in the life sciences field.

"We are so honored to be working with the LabCentral team and residents and look forward to helping move science ahead as we deepen our relationship," said Jim Happ, President of Labcon North America. This sentiment was echoed by Johannes Fruehauf, co-founder and president of LabCentral, who stated, "We appreciate Labcon's support of the work we are doing to support and expand the life sciences ecosystem in Massachusetts. Engaged sponsors help support our residents' work as they refine their science and build their companies."

Labcon has been a pioneer in sustainability since 1994, offering some of the first solutions to plastic waste in laboratories. The company has led the market with innovations such as using cardboard to replace plastic and developing compostable and bioplastic resins. Labcon's portfolio now includes over 1,000 laboratory disposable products, many of which feature the ACT® Environmental Factor Label from MyGreenLab. This label provides consumers with third-party verified information about the environmental impact of laboratory products, enabling side-by-side product comparisons.

Data from LabCentral's first decade illustrates the significant impact its residents have had on accelerating scientific discoveries since its founding in 2013. Over the past ten years, LabCentral companies have raised $18.4 billion in early-stage venture capital, partnerships, product revenue, technology licensing, and other forms of funding. Furthermore, LabCentral companies have been awarded 180 patents, showcasing the groundbreaking scientific discoveries emerging from its facilities and the potential to build valuable, high-growth businesses around them.

Labcon is recognized globally for its commitment to sustainable laboratory products and was the first to market compostable plastics for laboratories. As a UL-Certified ISO 9001:2015 company, Labcon North America, headquartered in the San Francisco Bay area, continues to be a leader in providing low carbon laboratory disposables.

LabCentral, a private, non-profit institution, serves as a launchpad for high-potential life sciences and biotech startups. With 243,000 square feet of space across Kendall Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the Harvard University campus, LabCentral offers comprehensive programming and networking opportunities for life sciences entrepreneurs, in addition to fully permitted laboratory and office space for early-stage and growing companies.