NIPPON Genetics EUROPE

29/09/2026

When cell-based workflows move closer to translational or clinical development, cryopreservation becomes more than a storage step.
It becomes part of the bigger picture: cell recovery, reproducibility, documentation, and long-term development planning.

That is why we are happy to share an important milestone: Bambanker™ hRM now has a U.S. Type II Drug Master File.

For teams working with ES cells, iPS cells, or other sensitive human cell types, this milestone adds another layer of documentation support as projects move from research toward translational or clinical development.

If you are evaluating cryopreservation media for sensitive human cell workflows, we’d be happy to discuss your application and the documentation questions that may become important as your program develops.

https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/products/cell-biology/freezing-media/for-ips-es-cells/bambanker-hrm/

02/09/2026

Sometimes the best conversations happen away from the meeting room or any conference hall.

This summer, we organized a small raffle for our GeneF@N community. The idea was simple: members could register for the raffle, and the randomly selected winner would receive an ice cream afternoon with their local NIPPON Genetics EUROPE sales person. 🍦

On Monday, August 31, our colleague Björn Krietemeyer visited Ms. Katrin Straßer and her colleagues at the LMU Munich Biozentrum for exactly that: a relaxed afternoon together, good conversations, some updates from both sides, and of course plenty of ice cream.

A big thank you to Katrin and the whole team at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München Biozentrum for the warm welcome. We hope you enjoyed the afternoon as much as we did. 💚

Not a GeneF@N member yet? Join for free and stay tuned for future activities, benefits, and surprises: https://www.nippongenetics.eu/genefan-registrierung/

24/08/2026

“Are the cells alive?” is an important question after thawing.

But it should not be the only one.

Together with AZoNetwork / News-Medical, we published a new article on measuring cell quality after cryopreservation, with a focus on functional post-thaw recovery.

Immediate viability is a useful first checkpoint. But for many cell models, the more relevant question is:
Are the cells recovered enough to do what I need them to do next?

Cryopreservation can influence attachment, proliferation, morphology, metabolism, differentiation capacity, marker expression, immune response, and assay performance. That is why post-thaw quality should be evaluated based on the downstream application, not only on day-0 viability.

The article also discusses how Bambanker™ supports simplified, serum-free cryopreservation workflows and highlights published examples where post-thaw recovery was evaluated beyond simple survival.

Read the full article here:
https://www.news-medical.net/whitepaper/20260817/Measuring-cell-quality-after-cryopreservation.aspx

Bambanker™ supports cryopreservation beyond viability by helping assess whether thawed cells are experiment-ready.

07/08/2026

Choosing a gel documentation system is not just about taking a picture of a gel.
It is about matching the system to the real workflow in the lab: sample safety, dye compatibility, illumination, sensitivity, software, documentation, and ease of use.
We’re happy to have contributed to this new Biocompare article on how to select the right gel imaging and documentation system.
In the article, our Product Portfolio Manager, Mariya V. Hrynchak, Ph.D, shares why moving from UV to Blue/Green LED can make a real difference: protecting DNA from damage, improving user safety, and making the transition to safer dyes easier without forcing labs to redesign their entire workflow.

Read the full article here:
https://www.biocompare.com/Editorial-Articles/627118-Strategies-to-Select-the-Right-Gel-Imaging-and-Documentation-System/

How to match a gel imager to your workflow

21/07/2026

Missed our webinar live? You can now watch it on demand. ❄️🧫
What is your cryomedium really costing you?

In this webinar, we look beyond the reagent price and discuss the hidden impact of cryomedium choice on cell recovery, reproducibility, and downstream results.

FBS-based homebrew cryopreservation media may look cost-effective on paper, but the real cost often appears later: preparation time, batch-to-batch variability, QC effort, inconsistent recovery, delayed cell loss, and repeated experiments.

If you work with cell culture and want to make your freeze-thaw workflow more reliable, this is still available to watch.
👉 Watch on demand here: https://www.labroots.com/ms/webinar/cryomedium-costing-you-hidden-impacts-cell-recovery-reproducibility-downstream-results

Cryopreservation is often seen as a routine step, yet the choice of cryomedium can have a major impact on cell recovery, reproducibility, and the reliability of downstream results. While hom

16/07/2026

Multiplex qPCR sounds simple in theory: detect several targets in one reaction and save sample, time, and reagents. In practice, it takes careful design.

We’re happy to have contributed to this Biocompare article, with insights from one of our Product Managers, Jakob Maciejko.
In the article, Jakob shares practical thoughts on what researchers should keep in mind when moving from singleplex to multiplex workflows.
Multiplex qPCR can be powerful for applications such as genotyping, where different probes and fluorescent dyes can help distinguish wild-type, mutant, or heterozygous samples.
But the workflow becomes more demanding. Instrument channels, fluorophore compatibility, spectral overlap, primer/probe design, target abundance, and reaction balance all matter.
One important takeaway: a multiplex assay should not be built only on paper. Each assay needs to work individually, but it also needs to behave well with the other assays in the same reaction.

Read the full article here: https://www.biocompare.com/Editorial-Articles/626449-Navigating-the-Complexities-of-Multiplex-qPCR/

Industry experts share practical guidance on design, validation, and troubleshooting

13/07/2026

Is your cryomedium really saving you money?

At first glance, homebrew cryopreservation media can look like the cost-effective choice:
DMSO + FBS + basal medium = simple calculation.

But what happens when you include the full workflow?
Preparation time.
FBS lot variability.
Extra handling steps.
Post-thaw recovery.
Repeat work.
Delayed experiments.
The value of the cells you cannot easily replace.

Suddenly, the cheapest option on paper may not be the cheapest option in practice.
This was one of the key questions behind our recent webinar: What is your cryomedium really costing you?

Following the webinar, we summarized the main points in a short article now available on News Medical, looking at the hidden costs behind cryopreservation workflows and why the real question is not only: “What does the medium cost?”
It is: How much variability can your workflow afford?

Read the article here: https://www.news-medical.net/whitepaper/20260713/Cryopreservation-workflows-Beyond-the-cost-of-ingredients.aspx

Cryopreservation costs go beyond ingredients, they include preparation time, workflow consistency and cell value.

25/06/2026

PCR troubleshooting is not always about the thermocycler.

In a recent Biocompare article, Jakob Maciejko, Product Manager at NIPPON Genetics EUROPE, shared a practical point that is often underestimated: modern cyclers are highly reliable, so many PCR/qPCR issues come from the surrounding workflow.
Consumable compatibility, sealing, evaporation, reaction volume, protocol setup, and small handling differences can all influence results. Especially when problems appear in specific wells, rows, columns, or edge positions, it is worth checking the full setup before assuming an instrument issue.

Key takeaway: PCR results are not determined by the cycler alone. The best results come when all parts of the workflow are tested and optimized to work together.

Read the full Biocompare article here: https://www.biocompare.com/Editorial-Articles/625974-PCR-Troubleshooting-Insights-from-Thermocycler-Manufacturers/

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Thermocycler manufacturers offer guidance in this Q&A.

16/06/2026

Only one week to go until our webinar:
What is your cryomedium really costing you? ❄️

Homebrew cryopreservation media can look cost-effective on paper. But the real cost often appears later.
In this webinar, we’ll look beyond the reagent price and discuss how cryomedium choice can impact cell recovery, reproducibility, and downstream performance.

If you work with cell culture and want to make your freeze-thaw workflow more reliable, this session is worth joining.
📅 June 23, 2026 | 14:00 CET
👉 Register here: https://www.labroots.com/ms/webinar/cryomedium-costing-you-hidden-impacts-cell-recovery-reproducibility-downstream-results?campaign=LRsocialLI

Cryopreservation is often seen as a routine step, yet the choice of cryomedium can have a major impact on cell recovery, reproducibility, and the reliability of downstream results. While hom

10/06/2026

Are you aware your "low-cost" cryomedium is actually costing your lab more than you think?

To understand what we mean, join us for our webinar, hosted by Labroots, Inc., on June 23rd at 14:00 CET.

Cryopreservation is often seen as a routine step, yet the choice of cryomedium can have a major impact on cell recovery, reproducibility, and the reliability of downstream results. While hom