Biobanks are essential for advancing health research by supplying researchers with high-quality biological samples and detailed clinical data. These samples are invaluable for studies aimed at understanding diseases, developing treatments, and improving patient outcomes. 

CSTAR is a premier research and education program that focuses on innovating, developing, and testing minimally invasive surgical technologies and robotics for clinical therapy and training. 

Our team offers industry-leading expertise and state-of-the-art clinical facilities for investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored clinical trials. As a fee-for-service program, researchers can select from a range of services to successfully conduct their studies.

Commercialization opportunities at LHSCRI are supported by WORLDiscoveries® – the business development arm of London’s extensive research network and the bridge between local invention and global industry.

The Gerald C. Baines Centre is an 11,000 square-foot centre located at LHSC’s Victoria Hospital. It provides unique, leading-edge facilities to enable the care-changing work of cancer researchers and clinicians. 

ICES Western provides specialized services to support ICES scientist-initiated research using health care administrative data. We also support requests from health care decision makers.

LHSCRI offers a wide range of training for health research learners – providing educational opportunities directly where patient care is delivered.