Your Trusted Provider of Human Pluripotent Stem Cells
At WiCell, we are committed to providing researchers around the globe with the highest quality human pluripotent stem cell lines. Building on the pioneering work of Dr. James Thomson in 1999, WiCell has significantly expanded its offerings to include over 1,500 research and clinical-grade cell lines, as well as a range of specialized collections, making us a trusted resource for both academic and translational research.
Our extensive catalog features a range of cell lines, most of which are available in feeder-free culture platforms. With over 25 years of experience in working with and shipping stem cells globally, WiCell has become a trusted partner for researchers worldwide. To ensure your research gets off to a strong start, we offer comprehensive technical support for all of the cells we provide. Whether you’re looking to advance your research or move toward clinical applications, WiCell has the materials and expertise to help you succeed.
Explore Our Comprehensive Catalog
Human Embryonic Stem (hES) Cell Lines: Including globally recognized lines like WA09 (H9), our hES cell lines are pre-approved for use with NIH and MRC funding, and are registered with hPSCreg for use in the EU.
Induced Pluripotent Stem (iPS) Cell Lines: Our diverse iPSC collection spans multiple factors, including ethnicity, age, sex, and disease state. It also includes related cell lines, disease model lines, and both natural and engineered isogenic pairs, offering tremendous versatility for your research needs.
GMP-Banked Cell Lines: We offer Master Cell Bank vials of WA09 (H9), banked under cGMP-compliant conditions and rigorously tested per FDA 21 CFR 1271 guidelines. These lines are ideal as starting material for clinical applications. A Drug Master File is available, with access provided upon request for Investigational New Drug (IND) Applications. Matched research bank materials are also available for preclinical use.
Modified hES Cell Lines: Choose from genetically engineered reporters, disease models, and isogenic corrected controls tailored to meet specific research goals.
Disease Model iPS Cell Lines: Includes a variety of lines representing affected, carrier, and control states, enabling precise modeling of human diseases.
Overview of the Ordering Process
Ordering stem cells is a bit more complicated than ordering other products online due to the required legal agreements for the materials as well as the specialized shipping requirements to ensure your cells arrive to you safely and ready to use. For those reasons, after placing your order, there are some required administrative steps that have to be completed before we can ship you your cells. Here is a brief overview of the ordering process.
1. Find Your Cells
To find the cell line you would like to order, browse or search our online catalog or cell line collections. You may also wish to search our publication hub to find published research on a specific topic that links back to the WiCell products used in that publication.
2. Place Your Order
When you are ready to add a cell line to your cart, create your account and/or login and place the cell line in your cart.
3. Check Out
Once you have selected the cell lines of interest, proceed to your cart to check out. Please note that while we ask for the form of payment at this step for accounting purposes, we will not collect payment during this process. You will be billed once the agreements have been signed and received and the product has been shipped. Please note that for legal reasons we can not accept purchase order payments for stem cell orders.
4. Submit MOU/SLA Agreements
Once your order is placed, you will receive an automated email containing a checklist and links to specific agreements. These must be completed and returned in order to continue processing your order. Depending on the cell lines you have ordered, you may have the MOU-SLA or an MTA and possibly ancillary documents. Please see our FAQ page for more detailed information.
5. Submit Payment
Once we have received your completed agreements, a final invoice, including shipping will be sent to you. To proceed with shipping your cells, payment must have been received and successfully processed.
6. Confirm Shipping Information
Once your agreements have been signed and your payment is processed, a WiCell Stem Cell Bank team member will confirm your shipping address and schedule a shipping date that is convenient for your laboratory.
7. Receive Stem Cells
Your cells will ship on the date you confirmed. You will receive an email the morning your cells are shipped with your shipment tracking number.
Why Choose WiCell
Our searchable online catalog makes it easy to find the perfect cell lines for your research, with each entry accompanied by detailed information to ensure you have the data you need at your fingertips. With over 25 years of experience in working with and shipping stem cells globally, WiCell has built a reputation as a trusted partner in both academic and translational research. We offer comprehensive technical support for every cell line we provide, helping you seamlessly integrate our materials into your work. Whether you’re conducting cutting-edge academic research or pioneering translational studies, WiCell is here to support your scientific journey with the highest quality materials, unparalleled expertise, and dedicated service.