Living Lab

The Living Lab at STFC’s Campus Technology Hub offers businesses a unique opportunity to test, develop, and showcase innovative technologies in a real-world environment. Equipped with cutting-edge infrastructure including 5G, LoRaWAN, IoT platforms alongside 3D printing and VR/AR technologies. The facility enables small and medium-sized enterprises to accelerate product development, validate solutions, and access expert technical support. Whether you’re working on smart city applications, digital health tools, or advanced manufacturing systems, the Living Lab provides a flexible and low-risk space to experiment and refine your ideas.

SMEs benefit from direct access to STFC’s research expertise, collaborative networks, and innovation funding pathways, helping to bridge the gap between concept and commercialisation. The Living Lab fosters co-creation with industry, academia, and public sector partners, making it an ideal launchpad for scalable, impactful technologies. With tailored support and a collaborative ethos, the Campus Technology Hub empowers SMEs to drive digital transformation and unlock new market opportunities.