Takara Bio
Takara Bio USA, Inc. specializes in providing advanced tools and services for gene discovery, regulation, and function research, including innovative products for gene delivery, single-cell analysis, and next-generation sequencing.
Products
Takara Bio USA, Inc. offers a diverse range of products that cater to various fields of biomedical research. These include kits, reagents, instruments, and services designed for gene discovery, regulation, and function research. Key products include the Lenti-X Transduction Sponge for in vitro lentivirus-mediated gene delivery, PrimeCap T7 RNA Polymerase (low dsRNA) for mRNA therapeutic development, and the Shasta™ Single-Cell System for oncology biomarker discovery. Additionally, they provide the ICELL8 cx Single-Cell System for automated single-cell analysis and an extensive portfolio of PCR products, including high-yield, high-fidelity, and GC-rich PCR solutions.
Services
Takara Bio USA, Inc. offers a plethora of services to support scientific research and development. These services include custom enzyme supply, reagent formulations, and ISO-certified capabilities under ISO 13485:2016. In addition, they have GMP-grade manufacturing capabilities housed at their facility in Kusatsu, Shiga, Japan. Their services extend to diverse applications like CAR-T therapy, immune profiling, genetic screening, cell and gene therapy, infectious disease research, vaccine development, drug discovery, antibiotic-resistance screening, and cancer research.
Next-Generation Sequencing Solutions
Takara Bio USA, Inc. offers comprehensive next-generation sequencing (NGS) products and solutions. These encompass RNA-seq, DNA-seq, and single-cell NGS automation solutions. The Shasta™ Single-Cell System is an automated, high-throughput NGS solution specifically designed for oncology biomarker discovery. The company also provides the SmartChip Real-Time PCR System for high-throughput qPCR solutions, which demonstrates their commitment to facilitating advanced genomic research.
Facilities
Takara Bio USA, Inc. operates multiple facilities to support their extensive operations. These include locations in San Jose, CA, Madison, WI, and Göteborg, Sweden. Additionally, the European headquarters for Takara Bio is based in France. These facilities enable the company to serve a global customer base and ensure the effective delivery of their products and services worldwide.
Gene and Protein Research
Takara Bio USA, Inc. provides an array of products for gene and protein research. For gene research, they offer various viral transduction products including lentivirus, adenovirus, and retrovirus systems. The company also provides a range of NGS products for RNA-seq and DNA-seq studies. For protein research, they supply products designed for purification, mass spectrometry, and expression systems. Furthermore, they offer stem cell research products such as media, supplements, and stem cell-derived cells to support studies in regenerative medicine and developmental biology.