Selborne Biological Services
Private Company
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Overview
Selborne Biological Services is a private, early-revenue stage contract research organization (CRO) specializing in antibody-focused research services. The company provides critical outsourced R&D capabilities, such as assay development and preclinical testing, to biotech companies that lack full in-house infrastructure. Positioned in Cambridge, UK, it benefits from proximity to a dense cluster of innovative life sciences companies. Its business model is based on fee-for-service contracts, offering a capital-light path to growth by serving the burgeoning pipeline of antibody-based therapeutics.
Technology Platform
Integrated suite of antibody-focused laboratory services including assay development, compound screening, and preclinical testing capabilities.
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Competitive Landscape
Competes within the fragmented preclinical CRO market. Key competitors include large players like Labcorp, Charles River, and Eurofins, as well as numerous small, specialized CROs. Differentiation is achieved through deep antibody expertise, personalized service, and agility, rather than scale.