Advanced laboratory services for industry
Companies, startups, and public organizations can access advanced research laboratories at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev through a single BGN framework.
BGN enables structured access to university-grade equipment, specialized facilities, and expert operators, allowing organizations to run experiments, validate materials, analyze complex samples, and generate high-quality data without investing in dedicated infrastructure.
All engagements are coordinated and managed by BGN, ensuring clarity, confidentiality, and alignment with industry needs.
What we offer
Organizations can choose between two main service models:
Access to equipment
For teams with in-house expertise that require access to advanced instruments.
BGN provides scheduled access to specialized equipment across university laboratories.
Full laboratory service
For organizations that need both the equipment and the expertise to operate it.
University staff prepare samples, perform measurements, analyze results, and deliver structured, actionable outputs.
When needed, BGN supports defining the testing plan and selecting the appropriate methods.
Core capabilities
BGN coordinates access to laboratory facilities across multiple faculties, including:
Nanoscale characterization and advanced microscopy
Materials testing and analysis for metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites
High-temperature and extreme-condition testing
Thin-film deposition and surface characterization
Life sciences, bioanalysis, mass spectrometry, and advanced imaging
Capabilities vary by facility and are matched to the specific technical challenge.
Who this service is for
This service is suited for:
R&D teams developing new materials, devices, or processes
Engineering units validating performance and reliability
Startups requiring advanced testing without capital investment
Organizations conducting feasibility studies, failure analysis, or quality validation
How it works
Define the technical question or testing need
BGN maps the appropriate laboratories and service model
Scope, timeline, pricing, and confidentiality are defined
Testing and analysis are performed
Results are delivered in a structured, usable format
Why companies work with BGN
One access point to multiple university laboratories
Research-grade equipment without infrastructure investment
Expert operators and analysts
Flexible engagement models, from single tests to extended campaigns
