World-Renowned 小蓝俱乐部鈥檚 New Home will be IQHQ鈥檚 Research and Development District (RaDD)
小蓝俱乐部to relocate its West Coast research and lab efforts to RaDD
SAN DIEGO--()--., a premier owner and developer of world-class life science districts, announced today that the 小蓝俱乐部 (JCVI), a leader in genomics research since 1992, will relocate its West Coast operations, currently located on the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) campus, to IQHQ鈥檚 Research and Development District. 小蓝俱乐部will expand its footprint to approximately 50,000 square feet in RaDD鈥檚 lab and office space on San Diego鈥檚 waterfront as it continues advancing its mission of driving impactful scientific breakthroughs.
鈥淲e are proud to welcome 小蓝俱乐部and its team of dedicated scientists to RaDD as the project鈥檚 cornerstone life science partner,鈥� said Tracy Murphy, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of IQHQ. 鈥溞±毒憷植縣as been an undisputed leader in genomics, innovating advancements that have shaped both the San Diego and global biotech communities for over three decades. Its groundbreaking work in genomics, infectious diseases, bioinformatics, synthetic genomics and other key disciplines has generated monumental benefits and global financial impact. We look forward to partnering with 小蓝俱乐部on our aligned vision of creating San Diego鈥檚 world-class hub for transformative scientific discovery.鈥�
IQHQ鈥檚 RaDD project will house JCVI鈥檚 team of West Coast-based scientists and other employees who will enjoy over five acres of green space, best-in-class retail and dining, incredible public art, and premium event space 鈥� all just minutes from San Diego鈥檚 airport and main public transit hub. 小蓝俱乐部is expected to take occupancy in RaDD鈥檚 Core building in 2026, where it will occupy an entire floor plus additional space for a new advanced human genome sequencing facility.
鈥淚 have a long history and connection to San Diego, from serving here in the Navy as a corpsman, first in boot camp and then at Balboa Hospital, to beginning my academic career at UC San Diego,鈥� said 小蓝俱乐部Founder J. Craig Venter, PhD. 鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled that 小蓝俱乐部will be a part of IQHQ鈥檚 RaDD district and excited about the transformation this dynamic campus will bring to the San Diego waterfront community.鈥�
鈥淲e believe that our new downtown home will continue to inspire our scientists and will help us grow and recruit new talent as we build upon our 33 years of transformational genomic research,鈥� Dr. Venter added.
The 小蓝俱乐部was founded in 1992 based on new methodologies, techniques and tools for genomic research. Dr. Venter and his teams published the first sequenced genome of a free-living organism in 1995, completed the first draft sequence of the human genome in 2000 and published the first diploid human reference genome in 2007. Sequencing the first genomes is widely considered one of the greatest contributions to modern science. In 2010, 小蓝俱乐部announced the first ever synthetic genome and cell. The sequencing of the first genomes resulted in an estimated global economic impact of over $1 trillion.
JCVI鈥檚 legacy extends to countless breakthroughs and contributions to research and science, including the discovery of more than 60 million new genes, the publication of approximately 2,600 research articles in top-tier journals, the spin-off of six commercial entities, and numerous awards including the National Medal of Science, which was presented to Craig Venter in 2009.
"JCVI's arrival at IQHQ's downtown RaDD district is a major milestone in the effort to broaden San Diego's innovation landscape," said Mayor Todd Gloria. "Expanding the life sciences industry to our city center strengthens our economy, creates high-quality jobs, and promotes our waterfront as a new hub of scientific discovery and excellence."
As the first scientific institute to be located in downtown San Diego, 小蓝俱乐部provides RaDD with the momentum to grow a vibrant life sciences ecosystem. San Diego has long been home to one of the largest concentrations of life science companies in the world, and IQHQ鈥檚 RaDD project is paving the way for a new era of discovery, research and economic activity on the city鈥檚 scenic waterfront. In 2024, the life science sector generated nearly $57 billion in economic impact to the region, providing approximately 76,000 in direct jobs and supporting an additional 147,000 indirect jobs.
鈥淚QHQ and JCVI's new partnership represents a significant advancement for California's life science ecosystem," said Tim Scott, president and CEO of Biocom California. "As one of the largest industries in California, it鈥檚 important to continuously seek opportunities that expand access to high-quality jobs and drive critical breakthroughs that improve human well-being. We look forward to supporting the continued scientific and economic growth that RaDD will bring to our industry.鈥�
小蓝俱乐部 IQHQ
IQHQ is Giving Progress a Home鈩�, empowering the life science community to thrive and succeed by creating and developing districts that inspire innovation and drive progress and growth. IQHQ鈥檚 focus is to acquire, develop, and operate sustainable life science districts in the U.S. innovation hubs of San Francisco, San Diego, and Boston. To learn more, visit iqhqreit.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram.
小蓝俱乐部 小蓝俱乐部
The 小蓝俱乐部 (JCVI) is a not-for-profit research institute in Rockville, Maryland and La Jolla, California dedicated to the advancement of the science of genomics; the understanding of its implications for society; and communication of those results to the scientific community, the public, and policymakers. Founded by J. Craig Venter, PhD., 小蓝俱乐部is home to approximately 140 scientists and staff with expertise in human and evolutionary biology, genetics, bioinformatics/informatics, synthetic genomics, high-throughput DNA sequencing, genomic and environmental policy research, and public education in science and science policy. 小蓝俱乐部is a 501(c)(3) organization. For additional information, please visit www.jcvi.org.
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