life sciences

Where Science Scales, and Innovation Takes Root

Pittsburgh is redefining what it means to be a life sciences city. Long known for groundbreaking medical research, the region is now home to a thriving network of biotech startups, research labs, and university spinouts. With world-class talent, flexible lab space, and a supportive innovation ecosystem, Pittsburgh offers life sciences companies the room, and the resources to scale meaningful discoveries into global impact.

Scientist using a microscope in a laboratory environment. Focus on research and analysis.
Two scientists working in a high-tech laboratory setting, wearing protective eyewear and gloves.
Scientist in a lab coat using a microscope to conduct research, focusing on healthcare improvements.
Laboratory technician writing report with samples in a medical lab.

Future Forward

Innovative solutions shaping tomorrow’s success.

Fueling Discovery. Building the Future.

Pittsburgh is rapidly becoming a national destination for life sciences innovation, where groundbreaking research meets scalable infrastructure and world-class talent. With a growing number of biotech startups, research institutions, and advanced lab spaces, the region offers a unique ecosystem for companies pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in therapeutics, diagnostics, and bioengineering.

At Rise Pittsburgh, we work with life sciences companies to find purpose-built environments that support R&D, attract top scientific talent, and grow alongside the pace of innovation.

Scientific Legacy. Startup Energy.

For decades, Pittsburgh has been at the forefront of biomedical research and scientific breakthroughs. Today, that momentum continues through partnerships between academic labs, research foundations, and private enterprise. Major innovations in gene therapy, nanobiotechnology, organ regeneration, and immunology are actively shaping the next generation of life-saving therapies and technologies.

With deep university ties, access to grant funding, and a culture of cross-discipline collaboration, Pittsburgh’s life sciences ecosystem is expanding rapidly in innovation corridors like Lawrenceville, Oakland, and the Strip District.

Built for Bio: A Market Ready for Lab Development

Unlike crowded life sciences markets on the coasts, Pittsburgh offers the rare combination of:

  • Lab-ready real estate at competitive rates
  • Spec suites for early-stage biotech firms
  • Build-to-suit options for growing companies
  • Proximity to research talent from CMU and Pitt
  • Collaborative environments near innovation hubs and medical campuses

This flexibility allows life sciences firms to scale efficiently, access skilled talent, and focus capital on research, not just rent.

Rise Pittsburgh: Space That Accelerates Science

At Rise Pittsburgh, we help science-driven companies navigate the complexities of real estate with complete transparency and no conflict of interest. Whether you’re planning a spinout from a university, scaling a diagnostics startup, or launching a new R&D facility, we bring experience, market knowledge, and our proprietary platform, Ghost, to every step of your decision-making process.

“In life sciences, precision matters. That includes the space where your science happens.”