Did you know that at least 200 different cell types comprise the human body? Each type of cell is specialized to perform a certain function, and together they ensure that your body functions at its full capacity. While each cell type is crucial to sustaining life, one type in particular is essential to medical research:…
Growth factors are essential to immune system research as the mechanism through which we replicate and understand cell proliferation, differentiation, and growth in vitro. There are many growth factors from which to choose for in vitro research, but selecting the right growth factor is not always a clear decision. A Focus on Platelet-Derived Growth Factors…
Activation of immune cells is the all-important first step in mounting an immune response. Immune cell activation is a popular area of research because so much happens that is key to the downstream goal of fighting infection, cancer and disease. There are many ways to measure immune cell activation, and they all have utility. Methods…
Reproducibility is an initiative many researchers struggle to achieve, and one some don’t even take into consideration during experimental design. A survey by Nature confirms this fact, finding that more than 70% of scientists have failed to reproduce another scientist’s results, and another 50% have failed to reproduce the results of their own research. As…
The newest addition to our lineup of antigen-specific T cells is now here! Announcing our T cells specific for Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). About Herpes Simplex Virus HSV causes cold sores, ocular disease and genital lesions. About 48% Americans ages 14 to 49 carry HSV-1 and 12% of the same population carry HSV-2, but many…
The Global Cancer Biomarkers Market is expected to exceed $157.37 Billion by 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%, fueled by increasing incidences of cancer worldwide and emerging technologies, according to a report. Cancer biomarkers are used to indicate the biological state of a tumor and to more accurately diagnose, treat, and…
Our new series, Immunology for Non-Immunologists, will focus on key concepts to help scientists and researchers without extensive immunology backgrounds understand the functions and use cases for our immune cell products. Our last Immunology for Non-Immunologists post described how T cells recognize peptides bound to MHC molecules, and how changes to the peptide or MHC…
Need research help? We’re offering a limited number of free research consultations with one of our lead cellular immunologists! Take advantage of this opportunity to ask a scientist about your current research hurdles, get help setting up an experiment, or review and interpret your results. Immunology and Inflammation Research Expertise We specialize in contract research…
Donating blood is a simple way to give a powerful gift. According to the American Red Cross, patients need around 36,000 units of red blood cells, 7,000 units of platelets, and 10,000 units of plasma every single day in the U.S. The only way patients can get the treatment they need is if altruistic people…
About 6.8 million Americans donate blood annually, according to the American Red Cross. From transfusions to research, donated blood has multiple purposes — all of which help other people. If you are about to join the millions of donors, understanding what to expect and how to care for yourself following the donation process is absolutely…