Established in 2003, the UK Stem Cell Bank facilitates the use and sharing of quality controlled stem cell lines to support scientific research and clinical development of stem cell therapies.
The work of the UK Stem Cell Bank covers three main areas:
- Banking- Acting as the sole public repository of all UK-derived human embryonic stem cell lines, holding over 180 stem cell lines and distributing research and clinical (European Union Tissue and Cells Directives, EUTCD) grade lines.
- Research- Undertaking research to improve the standardisation, quality and safety of human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC)-based products, collaborating with international partners to deliver projects supporting the development of stem cell therapies and developing WHO reference materials for Advanced Therapies.
- Regulation- Being active in the UK regenerative medicine infrastructure, providing support and advice on international best practice, policies and guidelines relating to stem cell use and regulation around the world.
How can we help
For more information, comments, complaints and resupply contact us at enquiries@ukstemcellbank.org.uk.
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Our staff
Dr Chris Burns – Interim Group Leader / Director of UK Stem Cell Bank and HTA Designated Individual
Clare Wise – Production Manager
Dr Chrysoula Konstantinidou – Deputy Production Manager
Richard Holmes – Scientific Projects Manager
Dr Kate Warre Cornish – Senior Stem Cell Scientist
Dr Leo Perfect – Senior Stem Cell Biologist
Elisa Mattioli – Stem Cell Scientist
Luke Lindsay-Hill – Stem Cell Scientist
Judith Prince – Quality Systems Coordinator