TENANT EXPERIENCE

Connection + Collaboration

Expand your research power with Mayo Clinic’s shared services.

Researchers benefit from a collaborative environment where complex experiments are supported by Mayo Clinic’s experts, fast-tracking discoveries. The tools and resources available help transform theoretical research into practical, life-changing cures – the kind of advancements that distinguish Mayo Clinic’s reputation for excellence.

Tenant Benefits

Access cutting-edge instruments and technologies 

Tap into expert services for basic and clinical research

Accelerate discoveries with high-quality technical support

Benefit from cost-effective resource sharing

Collaborate with world-class Mayo Clinic investigators

Utilize specialized equipment and data analysis services

Enhance your publications and grant acquisitions

Stay ahead with continuously updated research capabilities

Purpose-Built for Innovation

One and Two Discovery Square offers more than world-class lab and office space, it’s a launchpad for growth, connection, and clinical impact. Tenants benefit from integrated resources, direct access to Mayo Clinic expertise, and a collaborative environment designed to move ideas forward.

Innovation Access

Tenants gain unique opportunities to engage with Mayo Clinic Ventures for regular IP reviews and early insight into emerging technologies. This proximity fosters faster feedback, clearer pathways to commercialization, and strategic alignment with clinical priorities.

Clinical Collaboration | Work with World-Renowned Experts

Tenants can collaborate with Mayo Clinic clinicians and scientists to evaluate, refine, and co-develop technologies. These expert partnerships help shape innovations for real-world healthcare impact.

Talent Pipeline | Tap into Specialized Training and Talent

With the University of Minnesota Rochester and Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science next door, tenants can access a highly skilled talent pool and benefit from customized workforce training programs that evolve with your business needs.

Shared Resources | Use Core Research Facilities

Tenants may access select core laboratory services also available to Mayo Clinic researchers. This includes cutting-edge equipment, capabilities, and support that may be cost-prohibitive to build alone.

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Tenant Programming

On-site property management plans regularly scheduled events to bring tenants together.

Midweek Mobile Eats

Community Collabs

Grab and Go Events

A vibrant work-life balance

One and Two Discovery Square blends work and leisure,
creating a vibrant community where collaboration thrives. Our
strategically designed spaces host diverse events, fostering
connections between tenants, businesses, researchers, and
the Rochester community.

At One and Two Discovery Square, you will find:

  • Events connecting Mayo Clinic, business, research, and local communities 
  • Premium coffee at on-site Café Steam 
  • On-site event planning services for all occasions 
  • Multiple common areas with shared courtyard 
  • Collaborative breakout spaces 
  • Multiple shared conference rooms 
  • Flexible conference center that accommodates up to 125 people 
  • Outdoor courtyard & seating areas 
  • On-site bike storage 
  • Connected campus 

One Discovery Square

One Discovery Square is the original anchor of Rochester’s innovation district—a purpose-built, 81,000-square-foot life science hub where discovery is woven into the design. Nearly fully leased, the building is home to startups, researchers, and educators working in close proximity to Mayo Clinic collaborators. With curated tenant programming, shared lab access, and a vibrant, high-touch environment, One Discovery Square fosters early-stage innovation and a culture of connection that accelerates scientific progress.

Two Discovery Square

Now leasing, Two Discovery Square offers 120,000 square feet of flexible lab and office space designed for growth-stage companies and enterprise tenants. Positioned next door to Mayo Clinic, the building expands on the Discovery Square vision with scalable infrastructure, modern amenities, and room to grow. Whether you’re moving from concept to commercialization or expanding an existing footprint, Two Discovery Square delivers the space, support, and ecosystem to make your next breakthrough possible.