Cellbox shipping incubator for live cell transport

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Maintaining the viability and functionality of live cell cultures during transport has long been a challenge for biomedical researchers. Traditional transport methods expose cells to at least one freeze-thaw cycle, which is known to cause cell death, reduction in cell proliferative capacity and altered gene expression. Cells are vulnerable to metabolic stress and toxicity from cryoprotectants used in preservation, while temperature fluctuations and mechanical stress can further compromise cell integrity. The Cellbox portable CO₂ incubator addresses these challenges by maintaining stable conditions for live cell transport.

The product provides an environment with controlled CO₂ levels and temperature, mimicking standard laboratory incubator conditions; this means that cells should remain healthy and viable throughout transit, whether for collaborative research, clinical trials or off-site experiments. Its compact, lightweight design allows for easy handling and secure transportation.

Using battery-powered operation, Cellbox offers up to 48 h of transport time (at a preset temperature of 37°C). The user-friendly interface provides real-time monitoring of CO₂ levels and temperature, offering peace of mind during critical shipments.

In a study conducted by UPM Biomedicals, Cellbox Solutions and the Max Plank Institute, midbrain organoids were transported under laboratory incubation conditions (37°C and 5% CO₂) for more than 8 h by road in the Cellbox live cell shipper. The results confirmed Cellbox offers seamless transport of delicate cellular models, such as tumour spheroids or organoids, without disruption to their microenvironment. This capability is particularly valuable for preserving advanced models used in drug discovery and disease research.

Available in Ground or Flight models, in the form of the original Cellbox Shipper or the compact Cellbox Go, the portable incubator allows worry-free mobility between labs while safeguarding the integrity of sensitive biological materials essential for bio assays, cell manufacturing, cell storage and 3D cell culture processes.

For more information, read the study results at https://bit.ly/4htrNEA.