These are labs where you work with liquids and solutions, such as in cell biology, molecular biology, and organic chemistry. Wet labs need enough space and visibility, as well as features to manage spills and safety. Wet labs are also rated by their biosafety level (BSL), which shows how much they can isolate dangerous biological agents. The BSL goes from 1 (lowest) to 4 (highest), based on the risk and type of work.

These are labs where you work with special equipment and methods to measure and analyze physical, chemical, or biological properties of samples, such as using chromatography, spectroscopy, and microscopy. Analytical labs need high-quality instruments, calibration, and maintenance. Analytical labs are often used for testing, validation, and quality control.

These are labs where you work with computers, electronics, and instruments, such as in physics, engineering, and mathematics. Dry labs need steady power supply, ventilation, and data storage. Dry labs are usually safer and cheaper than wet labs.

These are labs where you work with infectious or potentially infectious materials, such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Biosafety labs need strict biocontainment and biosafety measures, such as air filtration, autoclaves, and personal protective equipment. Biosafety labs are also rated by their BSL, from 1 to 4.

These are labs where you work with large-scale equipment and processes to make, synthesize, or purify products, such as drugs, vaccines, and chemicals. Production labs need high-capacity, high-efficiency, and high-quality systems, as well as meeting regulatory standards. Production labs are often used for industrial or commercial purposes.

This is a space that keeps a low level of environmental pollutants, such as dust, microbes, and chemical vapors. Cleanroom space needs advanced air filtration, pressure, and flow systems, as well as following strict protocols and procedures. Cleanroom space is often used for biotechnology, nanotechnology, or semiconductor applications.

This is a space that keeps a low temperature, usually between 2°C and 8°C. Cold room space needs dependable refrigeration, insulation, and monitoring systems, as well as safety and emergency features. Cold room space is often used for storing or processing materials that are sensitive to temperature, such as biological samples, drugs, or chemicals.

This is a space that keeps and cares for live animals, such as rodents, rabbits, and primates. Vivarium space needs proper ventilation, lighting, temperature, humidity, and sanitation, as well as following animal welfare and ethical standards. Vivarium space is often used for animal breeding, testing, or research.