HiMedia Collaboration - ASCB Animal Stem Cell Biobank

India's Premier Life Science Industry Partner

HiMedia Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. is a globally acclaimed, Indian-origin biosciences company headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 1974 by Dr. Gangadhar M. Warke along with Mrs. Saroj G. Warke and Mr. Vishnu M. Warke, HiMedia has grown into one of India's most trusted life science companies.

With over five decades of excellence, HiMedia has been at the forefront of developing, manufacturing, and supplying high-quality bioscience products worldwide. The company is recognized for pioneering indigenous microbiological culture media, making advanced research solutions affordable and accessible.

Its expertise spans microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, plant tissue culture, diagnostics, and laboratory chemicals. HiMedia is a leading global producer of culture media, peptones, and specialized animal cell culture solutions for research and biopharmaceutical applications.

Driven by strong in-house R&D and a “One Quality Across the Globe” philosophy, HiMedia serves customers in over 150 countries and continues to innovate in hydroponics, laboratory automation, molecular diagnostics, and bioinformatics.

Why HiMedia is a Strategic Partner for ASCB

HiMedia's expertise in cell culture technologies, biological reagents, and translational research makes it a strong partner for advancing animal stem cell biobanking and regenerative medicine.

HiMedia Laboratories & ASCB

A strategic partnership driving innovation in animal stem cell culture media, biobanking solutions, and regenerative biotechnology at BRIC-NIAB.

Cell Culture Media Biobanking Supplies R&D Support

Indigenous Cell Culture Media Development

HiMedia partners with ASCB researchers to develop cost-effective, India-specific, serum-free and animal-origin-free cell culture media optimized for mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) isolated from livestock species like goat, cattle, sheep, and buffalo. This reduces dependence on expensive imported reagents.

Cryopreservation & Biobanking Support

HiMedia supplies ASCB with high-quality cryopreservation reagents, freezing media, and biobanking consumables that are critical for maintaining the viability and quality of banked stem cells over extended periods. This directly supports ASCB's long-term storage and distribution objectives.

Joint R&D & Validation Studies

ASCB and HiMedia co-conduct validation experiments to benchmark new formulations of media and reagents against international standards. The data generated benefits both organizations — advancing ASCB's research goals while enabling HiMedia to refine and expand its product range for veterinary biotech.

Quality Control & Compliance

HiMedia assists ASCB in maintaining rigorous quality control standards by providing ISO-certified, lot-tested reagents that comply with national and international biosafety guidelines, ensuring that every stem cell line deposited in ASCB meets the highest standards of quality and reproducibility.

Technology Transfer & Capacity Building

As part of the collaboration, HiMedia facilitates workshops and training sessions for ASCB research scientists on best practices in cell culture, sterile technique, and media preparation. This technology transfer enhances the capability of ASCB's team at BRIC-NIAB.

Scale-Up & Commercialization Pathway

The collaboration explores pathways to scale up the production of stem cell products and standardized media formulations for broader veterinary and research use. HiMedia's manufacturing infrastructure supports ASCB's long-term vision of commercializing regenerative medicine products for livestock health.

Collaboration Milestones at BRIC-NIAB

MOU Signing & Partnership Launch

A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between HiMedia Laboratories and BRIC-NIAB to formalize the industry–academia collaboration for the ASCB project.

Cell Culture Media Optimization

ASCB research scientists, in association with HiMedia, began systematic evaluation and optimization of culture media formulations for goat and bovine mesenchymal stem cells.

Supply of Reagents & Cryopreservation Kits

HiMedia supplied specialized reagents, cryopreservation kits, and cell culture plasticware to ASCB, ensuring uninterrupted biobanking operations for stem cell collection and storage.

Ongoing Joint Research & Expansion

Active collaboration continues with joint validation studies, capacity building workshops, and plans to expand the scope of the partnership to cover canine and equine stem cell research.

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India's Premier Life Science Industry Partner

Why HiMedia is a Strategic Partner for ASCB

HiMedia's Key Capabilities

HiMedia Laboratories & ASCB

HiMedia Collaborators for ASCB Project

Dr. Vishal G. Warke

Dr. Priti V. Warke

Dr. Girish Mahajan

Dr. Rohan Shetty

HiMedia – ASCB Collaboration