Conconi Family Biodevice Foundry
The Conconi Family Biodevice Foundry is a common access facility at UBC supporting students, researchers, and partners with advanced microfabrication, prototyping, and biofunctionalization capabilities. We help turn biomedical ideas into real, working devices. Whether you are developing a microfluidic chip, biosensor, implantable component, or custom research tool, the Conconi Family Biodevice Foundry provides the infrastructure and support to move your work forward
New support for biomedical innovation in B.C.
The School of Biomedical Engineering at UBC has received $5 million from PacifiCan to help launch the Biodevice Foundry, supported by a $2.5 million gift from the Conconi Family Foundation.
The funding supports a state-of-the-art facility for designing, prototyping, fabricating, and testing biodevices. By connecting cleanroom microdevice manufacturing with biofabrication and life sciences workflows, the Foundry helps researchers and partners move ideas toward diagnostics, therapeutics, monitoring technologies, organ-on-a-chip systems, and other health-focused devices.
How do I get started?
Access to the Conconi Family Biodevice Foundry is managed through a structured user program designed to ensure safety, efficiency, and project success.
- Create a user account
- Complete required training
- Book equipment or request services