Cell Lines

NIST project works to standardize ID of CHO, rat cell lines

NIST project works to standardize identification of CHO, rat cell lines

By Zachary Brennan

Though mostly known for its work in measurements, the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s work is expanding in biomanufacturing and specifically looking to standardize the identification of CHO (Chinese hamster ovary) and rat cell lines as...

Rodent droppings can introduce viruses into raw materials warehouses

SAFC to make virus-resistant cell lines

By Fiona Barry

BioReliance and its parent company SAFC say they are working on viral-resistant cell lines that will prevent contamination in bioreactors.