Delaware Innovation Space

The Delaware Innovation Space is a support organisation for science-based startups. It rents out laboratory space and equipment to startups in biotechnology, chemistry and materials science across the Mid-Atlantic. Residents also receive coaching, mentoring and access to events and investors.

Products and services

• Laboratory space: labs and scientific equipment for resident companies.
• The First Fund: investment resources for early-stage startups, given as cash, business-building help and access to equipment and labs.
• Spark Factory: a virtual pitch event with mentoring for new founders in the sciences.
• Science Inc.: a cohort-based virtual accelerator for early-stage science startups.
• Coaching and events: expert coaches, mentors and curated investor opportunities.

Who it works with

Founders and early-stage companies in life sciences, clean technology and advanced materials, together with investors, industry partners and press.

Key facts

• Region: Mid-Atlantic, United States
• Programmes: The First Fund, Spark Factory and Science Inc.
• Reporting: publishes an annual impact report on startup milestones and jobs