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Services Available

We offer a full range of services to both commercial and academic partners, from the preparation and processing of cellular and tissue products for clinical applications, to complete technical, clinical and regulatory consulting.

Manufacturing

Our experienced technical team and flexible facility can accommodate novel Phase I studies through to advanced stage trials. A brief sampling of our services includes, but is not limited to:

  • Isolation and preparation of blood and marrow stem cells
  • Separation of cells with specific function
  • In vitro cell expansion and manipulation
  • Genetic manipulation of cells
  • Cryopreservation and long-term storage

Consulting

Our technical and clinical consultants can ensure the successful clinical translation of challenging protocols, and contribute novel insights in the case of advanced stage trials. We are experienced at:

  • Review and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Review and development of clinical protocols
  • Regulatory compliance

Regulatory Support

We also offer regulatory support, including review of Research Ethics Board submissions and Clinical Trial Applications to Health Canada. Our own on-site Research Ethics Board is a fully constituted board that operates in accordance with the Tri-Council Policy Statement and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

To Apply
Parties interested in our services and project specific quotes are invited to complete our application form or to contact:

Sowmya Viswanathan, PhD
Associate Director, Cell Therapy Program
Philip S. Orsino Cell Therapy Facility
New Client Services
610 University Avenue, Suite 5-303
Toronto, Ontario
M5G 2M9
Canada

P: (416) 946 2843
F: (416) 946 2983


   
 
 
 
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