Business Incubator & Accelerator
Why start at Delaware Innovation Space?
We are a world-class, science and technology start-up incubator, accelerator, and research institute offering a comprehensive set of services that helps entrepreneurs advance their businesses faster.
Entrepreneurial Services
Mentoring from experts in your field
Networking with early stage investors and exposure to funding sources
Grant application support and investor pitch coaching
Connections to service providers who enhance and complement your business
Access possible business partners and prospective clients
Product launch strategy development and workshops
Marketing, awareness building and branding for your work
Research Operations
Flexible, shareable, state-of-the-art lab space
All-inclusive pricing for lab space, business services and more—allowing your funds to go farther
A wide range of world-class equipment and analytical services
Procurement support for atypical equipment and reagents
All-encompassing facility services including utilities, waste removal, safety features, emergency response and 24/7 site access and security
Experienced on-site staff with first-hand involvement designing and conducting research programs
Location Benefits
Access to the top science and technology talent in your field, plus exposure to business leaders, investors, mentors and partners and clients
A campus-like setting where you can collaborate and brainstorm with peers
Proximity to over 150 related university graduate programs where talent can be sourced
Strategically located in the Mid-Atlantic region – home to some of the world’s largest scientific innovation companies
An affordable lifestyle—lower cost of living and unsurpassed tax benefits
Labs
100,000 square feet of multi-use and flexible lab space
Private and shared lab suites
Biotech labs
Chemistry labs
Material Science labs
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Offices
155 private and shared offices
Open office environment with lockers
Start small and grow as you need
Conference rooms with AV configurations
Common Areas
24/7 site access and security
Spacious, modern facility
Open, bright central atrium
Shared café and relaxation space
On-site cafeteria
Experience life in the first state
Live, work and play in Wilmington’s growing Riverfront area
Visit nearby ski resort areas with trails from beginner to expert
Experience all the wonders of NYC - Broadway, Central Park, the Empire State Building, and much more
Play at The Delaware Water Gap - a haven for biking, swimming, and camping
Pursue happiness in Philly, visit
historical sites, enjoy the performing
arts and a vibrant nightlife
Relax on some of the most beautiful
local beaches and discover quaint
seaside towns
Explore the nation’s capital featuring
world class museums, monuments,
and galleries
Be enchanted by the Brandywine
Valley’s rich history, artistry and
innovation
Discover beautiful, top ranked, local
beaches great for water sports,
fishing, and boating