Like many organizations in our field, WiCell navigated a year shaped by uncertain economic headwinds and unexpected shifts in research funding and priorities. These challenges tested every part of the […]
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From Oct(ober) 4 to OCT4: The Story Behind Pluripotency Day
October is a big month for stem cells. Not only do we now recognize October 4th as Pluripotency Day, but Stem Cell Awareness Day (also called International Stem Cell Day) […]
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Celebrating 25 Years of Advancing Stem Cell Research
2024 marks a significant milestone in WiCell’s history as we celebrate our 25th anniversary. Reflecting on our growth and continued leadership in stem cell banking, cGMP characterization, and cell line […]
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The Barcode of Genetic Health: Karyotyping in Stem Cell Cultures
Stem cell cultures are valuable experimental models for studying early development and disease, and they enable the generation of functional cells and tissues with therapeutic potential. However, genetic abnormalities can […]
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Pluripotency and the Undifferentiated State
DEBUNKING COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS As the stem cell field continues to expand and evolve, clear and accurate communication of data has become more critical than ever. Unfortunately, the incorrect use […]
Driving quality in Stem Cell Research
In Conversation with Dr. Tenneille Ludwig, Senior Scientist, and the Director of the WiCell Stem Cell Bank With a reputation for quality and integrity, WiCell is the trusted lab partner […]
Partnering in the Pursuit of Scientific Breakthroughs
Leading the Way in Stem Cell Banking, cGMP Characterization, and Cell Line Validation in 2023 As we approach the end of 2023, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the […]
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Cell Banking Best Practices
BANKING STRATEGY Following our step-by-step banking best practices not only will safeguard your material in case of early contamination but will also ensure consistency within your material. Following derivation, as […]
Meet Your NIH Rigor & Reproducibility Requirements
According to the NIH, the cornerstones of science advancement are rigor in designing and performing scientific research and the reproducibility of biomedical research findings.’ A 2015 study by the journal […]
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