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

 


Cell Lines Catalogue


Deposit Cell Lines


Research


Facilities