INTRODUCTION

The Biopolis Shared Facilities (BSF) was established by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) in August 2004 to support the R&D needs of the biomedical scientific community.

BSF occupies a 7,000 sqm purpose-built facility and provides research support and scientific services. Through centralisation of the services, BSF seeks to maximise usage of key scientific equipment as well as support services. This centralisation also brings convenience and savings to our customers. Most importantly, BSF promises Professional, Friendly and Prompt service to all customers.

MISSION

Working in partnership with our customers, vendors and stakeholders to deliver cost-effective research products and professional scientific services to the R&D community in Singapore.

VISION

To be the desired supplier for research consumables and professional scientific services to the R&D community in Singapore.

BSF OBJECTIVES

The BSF has 4 main objectives:

•          To centralize and maximize key scientific equipment usage and to capitalize on cost sharing, convenience and expertise.

•          To encourage cross-disciplinary interactions.

•          To facilitate A*STAR and private sector collaboration.

•          To lower entry-level cost for local biotech startup.

By bringing together the specialized technology platforms, advance equipment and high technical expertise, along with the necessary research supplies and a conducive meeting environment, the BSF aims to optimize the research spending and the process of scientific result delivery.