Pioneering the Future of Stem Cell & Organoid Research. The Stem Cell & Organoid Facility (SCOF) at the University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a leading hub for stem cell and organoid-based research. Equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, SCOF provides high-quality services, specialized training, and cutting-edge tools to drive scientific innovation in academia and industry.
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Advancing Biomedical Research with Cutting-Edge Stem Cell & Organoid Technologies
Our facility serves as a center of excellence for iPSC reprogramming, organoid development, virus detection, spatial single-cell transcriptomics, and advanced imaging analysis. Whether you are a researcher at UNIL, CHUV, EPFL, or from the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, we offer the resources and expertise to support your research goals.
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Stem Cell & iPSC Services
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Organoid Culture & Custom Models
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Virus Detection & Safety Testing
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High-Throughput & Imaging Technologies
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Training & Support
Stem Cell & iPSC Services
- • iPSC Generation & Reprogramming – High-quality induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) lines tailored to research needs.
- • iPSC Characterization & Pluripotency Assessment – Ensure cell identity, stability, and differentiation potential.
- • Expansion & Banking – Scalable production and long-term storage of stem cell lines.
Organoid Culture & Custom Models
- • Organoids on Demand – Custom brain, lung, spinal cord, blood vessel, and kidney organoids.
- • Guidance & Protocol Development – Expert assistance in optimizing 2D and 3D cellular models.
- • Organoid Characterization & Quality Control – Advanced structural and functional assessment.
Virus Detection & Safety Testing
- • Mycoplasma Detection – Reliable screening for mycoplasma contamination in cell cultures and organoids.
- • Virus Detection – Detection of contaminating viruses in iPSC cultures to ensure research integrity.
- • Quality Control for Research & Industry Applications – Ensuring biosafety standards.
High-Throughput & Imaging Technologies
- • Spatial Single-Cell Transcriptomics – Cutting-edge spatial gene expression analysis with Chromium and MERSCOPE.
- • Cell Sorting & High-Throughput Confocal Analysis – Advanced live-cell imaging & multiparametric analysis.
- • Automated Cell Picking & Electroporation – Precision techniques for cell modification and selection.
Training & Support
- • Workshops & Hands-On Training – Expert-led courses on iPSCs, organoid culture, and advanced imaging.
- • Personalized Guidance – Tailored support for academic and industry researchers.
- • Collaborative Research Opportunities – Partnering with universities, hospitals, and biotech companies.
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