Life Science Labs Signal Shifting Strategies Amid New Economic Pressures, According to Survey of 550+ Researchers
While the first wave of the survey was fielded prior to the announcement of new tariff policies, the second wave offers a timely comparison as labs began adjusting to anticipated policy changes under the Trump administration and broader macroeconomic pressures, including inflation, tightened research budgets, and supply chain strain.
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Key Survey Findings Include:
Funding confidence is declining, with only 57% of labs reporting confidence in securing 2025 funding—down from 66% in the first wave.
Financial strain is hitting North American labs harder than those in Europe: 46% report new funding challenges (vs. 21% in Europe), and over half are considering personnel cuts, compared to just 28% in Europe.
42% of labs cite new concerns about securing funding through year-end, signaling heightened financial risk across the sector.
Cost-saving strategies are accelerating, including resource sharing, supplier renegotiations, outsourcing, and delayed equipment purchases.
These findings reflect shifting institutional priorities and underscore the growing need for timely, market-aligned planning as labs face increased constraints and financial pressure.
"By fielding this survey before and after key policy announcements, we're able to offer a real-time snapshot of how labs are adjusting to economic volatility," said Richa Singh, VP, Market Insights at BioInformatics. "As tariff policies begin to reshape lab planning, companies need focused, evidence-backed insights to align their strategies. This data helps commercial teams track funding sentiment, adapt messaging, and make confident, evidence-based decisions—especially in a market where priorities can change within weeks."
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The series was launched to provide a clear, unbiased view into the evolving challenges facing researchers and decision-makers—giving commercial teams actionable guidance to align strategy, messaging, and resource planning with what matters most to their customers.
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