ServicesDriving and connecting our innovation community
Roslin Innovation Centre drives innovation through provision of world-class facilities and access to collaborative events, which promote engagement and create a bridge to networks that are vital for partnerships.
A wide variety of specialist research facilities, with cutting edge technology, are available to Roslin Innovation Centre tenants and members. This is a core benefit for an early-stage company, as in many cases such facilities would be too expensive to procure and access independently.
Tours and introductions can be arranged for those within our innovation community that have an interest in using these facilities and services. Each facility will have its own distinct Service Level Agreement and induction training arrangements prior to use.
Easter Bush Campus facilities and services that are available to our innovation ecosystem include:
Facilities and services across the University of Edinburgh that are available to our innovation ecosystem include:
Facilities and services available through our Partners to our innovation ecosystem include:
Roslin Innovation Centre acts as a bridge to collaboration through the provision of and participation in a range of networking opportunities. Active involvement in regional and national networks allows us to facilitate introductions and networking opportunities for early stage start-ups.
As well as networking opportunities and facilitating introductions on Campus, Roslin Innovation Centre actively engages with:
Midlothian Science Zone, representing a unique cluster of science parks, research institutes, and companies, all within easy reach of Campus. MSZ is supported by a steering group of prestigious industry partners, of which Roslin Innovation Centre is one, and hosts regular Business Forum on a variety of themes.
UKSPA (United Kingdom Science Park Association) which represents, promotes and supports a diverse network of members that includes science parks, research campuses, city-based innovation districts, technology incubators and innovation centres across the UK and beyond. Val Hughes-White, RIC Director is Chair of the Scotland Group.
Industry groups such as Scotland's Life Science Industry Leadership Group and the A3 Scotland Conference working group.
Research and Innovation funding bodies such as Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Innovate UK, Scottish Enterprise, Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and the Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA) to ensure that we are responsive to new and emerging ideas, and act as a two-way conduit to these funding bodies.
All tenants and members benefit from a range of dedicated meeting and boardroom facilities available throughout the year within the Charnock Bradley Building.
Rates are 'all inclusive' including utilities and cleaning services and our lab rates include waste disposal and Central Lab Support services, including autoclave.
Tenants and members also benefit from a number of Campus Services which enhance the community experience, these include:
The gym at Easter Bush Campus is located on the ground floor of the Charnock Bradley Building and was the first 'satellite gym' for the University of Edinburgh.
It is staffed by the University's Sport & Exercise team and Membership is available exclusively to Roslin Innovation Centre tenants, Midlothian Science Zone Partners, as well as University of Edinburgh students and staff.
The facility went through a complete refurbishment in August 2025, transforming the space to offer members an even better training experience, featuring state-of-the-art Technogym equipment and an enhanced layout to support a wide range of workouts.
This investment reflects our commitment to providing world-class facilities for our University community and helping members achieve their health and fitness goals.
Easter Bush Mums’ Group
The Easter Bush Mums' Group meets on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roslin basement atrium. The aim is to create a supportive community for those returning from maternity leave, to discuss the trials and offer advice on the successes in a relaxing and informal atmosphere with tea/coffee and cake.
Campus Knitting Group
For all skill levels, with needles, yarn and patterns. Help create bonding squares for premature infants and their parents, throughout the UK, or bring your own project. Hosted in Dolly's at 1pm every two weeks.
Roslin Innovation Centre
The University of Edinburgh
Easter Bush Campus
Midlothian EH25 9RG
