Pokémon Research Lab

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Pokémon Lab redirects here. For the location in Pokémon Stadium, see Pokémon Lab (Stadium).

A Pokémon Research Lab (Japanese: ポケモン研究所(けんきゅうじょ) Pokémon Laboratory), sometimes known as a Pokémon Lab is a laboratory for researching Pokémon and other aspects of the Pokémon world. Here is where Trainers starting their Pokémon journey often receive their Pokédex and first partner Pokémon from the region's Pokémon Professor. Many laboratories have assistants who act as aides to the professor in their research and field studies.

In the core series games

Pokémon research labs

In the core series, multiple laboratories use the same title of "Pokémon Research Lab". These locations may be distinguished by founder or owner's name.

The Oak Pokémon Research Lab or simply just known as Professor Oak's Laboratory, in Kanto is located in Pallet Town. It is lead by Professor Oak, who studies Pokémon ecology.
The Cinnabar Lab, simply known as the Pokémon Lab, is located on Cinnabar Island in the Kanto region. It was founded by Dr. Fuji.^{[citation needed]} Internally, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen refer to this location as the Pokémon Research Lab, with the Trading Card Game supporting this title despite Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! never referring to the lab by this title.
Professor Birch's Pokémon Lab is located in Littleroot Town of Hoenn. It is lead by Professor Birch, who studies Pokémon habitats.
The Pokémon Research Lab in Sandgem Town of the Sinnoh region is lead by Professor Rowan, a researcher of Pokémon Evolution and form change.
The Juniper Pokémon Lab, also known as the Pokémon Research Lab in Unova, located in Nuvema Town. It is lead by Professor Juniper, who studies the origin of Pokémon.
In Pokémon X and Y, the previously known Sycamore Pokémon Lab, named after Professor Sycamore, is located on South Boulevard of Lumiose City in Kalos. It was originally lead by Professor Sycamore, a professor who studied Pokémon Evolution and Mega Evolution. In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, it is now headed by acting director Mable, a previous Team Flare scientist who is investigating the influx of Pokémon into Lumiose City following the urban redevelopment plan. As of Legends: Z-A, the laboratory has been simply renamed as Pokémon Research Lab.
The Pokémon Research Lab on Melemele Island in Alola is located in the outskirts of Hau'oli City—Route 1. It is lead by Professor Kukui, who studies Pokémon moves and Z-Moves. In addition to being a research lab, it also acts as a home for the professor, Professor Burnet, and Lillie.
In Galar, the Pokémon Research Lab is located on Route 2, extending from Wedgehurst. At the start of Pokémon Sword and Shield it is first lead by Professor Magnolia, a researcher of the Dynamax phenomenon. She is assisted by her granddaughter, Sonia, who is researching Galar's history. Sonia becomes the director of the lab by the games' end, leading into the events of the Expansion Pass.

Other known research labs

Below is a list of research labs by label. They may not have a formal title, or relate to Pokémon research in particular.

The Season Research Lab is located on Unova's Route 6. It is primarily focused on seasons and their relationship with the Pokémon Deerling.
Lysandre Labs is known as a "research lab" in Pokémon X and Y. It is located in Magenta Plaza of Lumiose City. Team Flare studied the ultimate weapon and the stones found on Route 10. They also had developed the Holo Caster.
The Dimensional Research Lab of Heahea City on Akala Island is ran by Professor Burnet in the Alola region. Its main focus is to research Ultra Wormholes and dimensional disturbances. It is also used to study Cosmog's existence and relation to Ultra Wormholes during Lillie's time with both professors.
In ancient Hisui, Professor Laventon owns a research lab in Jubilife Village's Galaxy Hall, where he studies Pokémon ecology.
Clavell's office acted as a research lab for the professor in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, before they had moved to their studies to the Zero Lab in Area Zero. This office is located in Mesagoza's academy, with many of its machines and research material still intact. The professor of this region studied the Terastal phenomenon.

In the spin-off games

A few Pokémon labs first appeared in spin-off games.

In Pokémon Trading Card Game and its sequel, the Mason Laboratory is a facility located on TCG Island where the player receives their starter deck from Dr. Mason.
In Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, the Pokémon HQ Lab is a laboratory located in northwestern Orre. It is led by Professor Krane, who researches the purification of Shadow Pokémon. The lab is also home to Michael and his family.
In Detective Pikachu, the Pokémon Comprehensive Laboratory is a research facility northwest of Ryme City, located on a mountain pass. It was founded by John Waals and focuses on research and inventions relating to the abilities of Pokémon.
In New Pokémon Snap, the Laboratory of Ecology and Natural Sciences is a research facility located on Florio Island of the Lental region. It is led by Professor Mirror who specializes in the Illumina phenomenon.

In animation

In animation, many of standard regional laboratories reappear in the animated series. In addition to, it also features its own list of exclusive material.

Professor Oak's Laboratory in Kanto, located in Pallet Town. It is lead by Professor Oak, who studies Pokémon ecology.
The Cerise Laboratory in Kanto, an animated series-exclusive laboratory located in Vermilion City. It is lead by Professor Cerise, who broadly studies all areas of Pokémon research.
The Marine Pokémon Laboratory in Johto, an animated series-exclusive laboratory located near New Bark Town. The director and sole operator is Naomi, who studies "Pokémon Marine Biology".

In literature

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In the TCG

Main article: Pokémon Research Lab (Unified Minds 205)

The card Pokémon Research Lab is a Stadium card released in Unified Minds. It is based on the Cinnabar Lab.

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