Blue Sky Labs, Charleston, SC
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Powered by MUSC, Blue Sky is a dedicated innovation center for groundbreaking research and collaboration within the healthcare and life sciences sectors of South Carolina.

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Take a Look Inside Our Charleston Innovation Hub

Flip through our digital booklet for a closer look at Blue Sky Labs — our wet lab and co-working space in the heart of MUSC’s downtown Charleston campus. Discover available lab suites, shared facilities, financial incentives, and the life sciences companies already building here.

Transforming Ideas into Impact

With over 6,300 square footage and 20+ lab spaces, our companies are developing life-science breakthroughs and novel technologies. Tenants can expect access to modern day equipment including:

  • Steris Autoclave
  • Two-section Chromatography refrigerator
  • Four Bio Safety Cabinets
  • 11 fume hoods
  • PCR machine
  • Centrifuges
  • Incubators
  • Steris Autoclave
  • Two-section Chromatography refrigerator
  • Four Bio Safety Cabinets
  • 11 fume hoods
  • PCR machine
  • Centrifuges
  • Incubators

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Leadership Team

Jesse Goodwin, Ph.D.

MUSC Chief Innovation Officer

Rachel Jones

Program Manager, Real Estate Office

Jakob Raider

Lab Manager, Blue Sky Labs

Our Mission

  • Endlessly drive new ideas by enabling curiosity and creativity.
  • Create educational and economic value.
  • Bring scientific breakthroughs to the world.

Our Vision

To be a vibrant place for innovation and health transformation in the heart of our community.
The MUSC Innovation District Is A Transformative Initiative Aimed At Creating A Vibrant Ecosystem To Support Medical Research, Educational Advancements, Entrepreneurial Activities, And Advanced Healthcare Services In Our Region.
As Part Of That, Blue Sky Is Committed To Building Educational And Economic Value Into South Carolina And Charleston Through Developing New Scientific Breakthroughs.

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Impact Programs.

Programs and Partnerships
Blue Sky Labs thrives on collaboration. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders like MUSC, SCbio, 1824 Health Ventures, and the South Carolina Research Authority, we provide startups with exceptional resources, expert mentorship, and valuable growth opportunities.

Signature Programs and Components:

Our Facilities: The Foundation for Innovation

Blue Sky Labs offers over 3,000 square feet of leasable wet lab spaces, designed to meet the unique needs of life science startups. These facilities are equipped with all the tools needed to fuel innovation, including:

  • Steris Autoclave
  • Mass Spectrometer
  • Two-section Chromatography Refrigerator
  • Four Bio Safety Cabinets
  • 11 Fume Hoods
  • PCR Machines
  • Centrifuges
  • Incubators
In addition to lab spaces, we provide access to modern office suites, conference rooms, and communal workspaces. This environment fosters innovation, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas among tenants and their partners.
  • Dr. Jesse Goodwin
    Chief Innovation Officer
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  • Rachel Jones
    Leasing Coordinator
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  • Jakob Raider
    Lab Manager
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Blue Sky Labs thrives on collaboration. Our partnerships with leading healthcare organizations such as MUSC, Roper St. Francis, and SCbio ensure startups have access to unparalleled resources, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.

Signature Programs:

Through these programs, we create an ecosystem that connects groundbreaking ideas with resources and expertise to drive meaningful innovation.
The Medical University of South Carolina is dedicated on fostering a culture of innovation amongst our employees and the state. Our startups have achieved milestones in medical research, product development, and technology commercialization.

By the Numbers:

  • Over 10 active startups currently operating within our facilities.
  • Contributions to regional economic growth and job creation in the life sciences sector.
  • Multiple discoveries and technologies in development, addressing challenges in healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and therapeutics.
At Blue Sky Labs, we believe that collaboration is the key to success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur with a bold idea, a researcher looking for state-of-the-art facilities, or a partner seeking to invest in innovation, we welcome you to connect with us.
Together, we can transform ideas into impactful solutions.
South Carolina
South Carolina Is Ripe For Innovation. With An Ecosystem Of Strong Partners In The Government, Academic, And Entrepreneurial Sectors, Collaboration Is Taking Place Every Day And In Every Conversation.
$24.9 Million In State Innovation Funds To Launch New Businesses That Bring The Work Of Researchers And Clinicians To Life.
Sc’s Life Science Industry Is Growing 1.5 Times Faster Than The Southeast Average.
Currently Home To Over 1000+ Life Science Companies And 90,000 High Paying STEM Jobs.
With A Statewide Ecosystem Of Strong Partners In The Government, Academic, And Entrepreneurial Sectors, South Carolina Is Home To A Life Science And Digital Health Industry Worth Talking About.
  • Endlessly Driving New Ideas By Enabling Curiosity And Creativity.
  • Creating Educational And Economic Value.
  • Bringing Scientific Breakthroughs To The World

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With A Statewide Ecosystem Of Strong Partners In The Government, Academic, And Entrepreneurial Sectors, South Carolina Is Home To A Life Science And Digital Health Industry Worth Talking About.
  • Endlessly Driving New Ideas By Enabling Curiosity And Creativity.
  • Creating Educational And Economic Value.
  • Bringing Scientific Breakthroughs To The World

Explore Our Spaces

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Our Partners

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