Innovation Infrastructure

Collaborative co-working spaces at Lancaster University designed to foster innovation and growth in digital and cyber-related businesses. The LENS provides space, support, and resources for businesses to innovate and grow, particularly in the cyber security sector. It connects businesses with the university's research community, offering opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration.

The Data Immersion Suite at Lancaster University is a teaching and research facility with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment including a 22-metre partial wrap-around video wall comprising of 48x55’’ high resolution screens. The suite enables users to explore complex problems using on-screen data visualisations with real-time updates from cyber and physical systems. It offers businesses and industry the opportunity to engage with Lancaster's experts to use the facility to explore data-driven solutions tailored to their business.

Greater Manchester Digital Security Hub (DiSH)
A partnership between Barclays Eagle Labs, Plexal, Lancaster University and Manchester University. A hub in Manchester city centre to bring together experts in digital and cyber security from the public, private and academic sectors to help Greater Manchester’s digital security startups to innovate and grow.

A diverse and inclusive co-working space for tech and digital businesses in Lancaster which fosters collaboration and encourages innovation. It is a community-driven workspace with a mission to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where tech and digital professionals from all backgrounds can come together to collaborate.
