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LAUNCH OF THE IPRD VIRAL VECTOR & GENE EDITING CORE

Welcome to the Launch of the IPRD Viral Vector & Gene Editing Core Archive!

On Wednesday, October 8, we proudly celebrated the official launch of the IPRD Viral Vector & Gene Editing Core at FSU COM. The event featured an overview and networking reception with Boris Kantor, Ph.D., Director of the Core, and Leanne Duke, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Associate.

We’re thrilled to unveil our new state-of-the-art preclinical and early-clinical manufacturing facility to help you with your scientific needs. The IPRD Viral Vector and Gene Editing facility offers a foundation of support systems and technical expertise in a variety of modalities.

IPRD Director Pradeep Bhide noted, “Dr. Kantor’s leadership and expertise are helping IPRD build a powerful new capability for next-generation gene therapy research at FSU”

What We Offer:
1. Adeno, AAV, retroviral, and lentiviral vector design, cloning & packaging
2. CRISPR/Cas9 modifications, including conventional, epigenome, base, and prime editing
3. Customized shRNA and miR-shRNA libraries
4. Comprehensive collection of Optogenetic tools
5. Proprietary technologies, expert consultation, flexible options, fast turnaround time and researcher-friendly pricing

We add value to your research — every step of the way.