About

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11000 Cedar is a startup community housed in a four-story, 80,000-square-foot building adjacent to Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. We maintain 30,000 square feet of wet lab space, with easy lease options as small as a single 8-foot bench and up to large private labs. In addition, we have dry labs and administrative space available, including private offices, shared offices, and cubicles. Learn more about our location and facilities.

Mission

At 11000 Cedar, we are a community that catalyzes groundbreaking innovations by nurturing and empowering startups in healthcare and technology. Through a dynamic ecosystem that merges expertise, resources, and mentorship, we propel interdisciplinary teams from academia to industry, shaping a future where transformative ideas become disruptive solutions that save lives and redefine the boundaries of what is possible.

Vision 

Together, the community at 11000 Cedar is working on a future where groundbreaking innovations emerge from the minds of ambitious startups. We are driven by a relentless commitment to nurturing and empowering the next generation of pioneers who are revolutionizing what’s next through cutting-edge technologies, devices, and therapeutics.

Our vision is to be the epicenter of a vibrant ecosystem that ignites creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship among the region’s startup community. By breaking down common barriers and sharing resources, we foster an environment that merges expertise, resources, and mentorship to propel these nascent ventures toward success and accelerate innovation. Our connections to Case Western Reserve University’s world-class faculty, facilities, and students make 11000 an ideal home for healthcare and other technology startups.

We envision a world where technologies such as novel medical devices and breakthrough therapeutics emerge seamlessly from the laboratories of universities, guided by our unwavering support. Through our relentless dedication to nurturing and amplifying the potential of university startups, we strive to bridge the gap between academia and industry, catalyzing the translation of scientific brilliance into tangible solutions that improve lives.

11000 Cedar is more than just a space; it is a dynamic community where interdisciplinary teams converge to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges. By providing state-of-the-art facilities, access to cutting-edge technologies, and a network of experienced mentors, we empower startups to overcome obstacles and turn their ideas into viable businesses that transform their fields.

Together with our university partners, industry collaborators, and regional colleagues, we are building an ecosystem that nurtures and propels startups from inception to commercialization. By providing shared resources, customized support, strategic guidance, and access to a network of stakeholders, we strive to amplify the impact of university startups, propelling them to become the driving forces behind advancements in healthcare.

At 11000 Cedar, our vision is to be at the forefront of the latest technology, empowering startups to transform their ideas into disruptive solutions that save lives, solve big problems, and redefine the boundaries of what is possible. Join us on this transformative journey as we shape a future where innovation and entrepreneurship converge to create a healthier world.