Takara

Takara Bio

For over 50 years, Takara Bio has been committed to helping scientists break new ground with our innovative technologies. Our extensive portfolio of reagents, instruments, and services support advancements in the life sciences, including frontline diagnostics and clinical applications.We are a part of Takara Bio Inc., a world leader in biotechnology research and development based out of Shiga, Japan. Our GMP manufacturing site in West Japan—the first of its kind—enables seamless and sterile handling of viruses, cells, and proteins. Our headquarters in San Jose, CA houses our R&D, marketing, legal, finance, operations, and administrative teams, while our main shipping and warehousing functions are fulfilled at our Madison, WI location. In addition, we have GMP stem cell facilities in Göteborg, Sweden, and the Takara Bio Europe headquarters in France which serves parts of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

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An artistic 3D illustration of a virus particle with spike proteins interacting with a strand of genetic material.
A digital illustration showing a T cell attacking a cancer cell, symbolizing the promise of immune-based therapies in tackling disease.
A 3D structure of a double-helix is shown in light purple with numbers representing data on either side against a darker purple background with the shadow of a double-helix.
A 3D-rendered digital illustration of irregularly shaped cells with glowing red nuclei surrounded by a translucent membrane against a black background.
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Multiple viruses in green with protein spikes protruding from the round viral body structure against a light green background
An illustration of cells floating in a blue background
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