Despite a recent softening in lab demand, the future of spaces in the sector remains tied to innovation in biotechnology and gene therapy. At least, according to Daniel Maldonado, managing director of life sciences of the Americas at Unispace, in a recent exclusive Q&A on the subject. According to Maldonado, who has international experience in operations, strategic planning, business development, commercial and contractual analysis in the construction industry, to navigate the current oversupply, many landlords are diversifying their tenant base by leasing space in newly built life sciences projects to traditional office users.

GlobeSt.com: Recent reports state that the cycle of softening lab demand has moderated. Is that something you are noticing? What does the future hold for the life sciences sector and its real estate needs?

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