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Basic cell culture techniques for consistent results

Gibco Cell Culture Basics provides an introduction to cell culture, covering topics such as laboratory setup, safety, and aseptic techniques. You'll also find basic cell culture techniques and methods for passaging, freezing, and thawing cultured cells. Start here if you are new to cell culture techniques or need to refresh your knowledge.

To accompany the tips and tricks found here, we’ve also developed a companion handbook that introduces the fundamentals of cell culture. Download a copy to keep as a frequent reference guide.

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Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Basics

Discover the important factors to consider in FBS selection, the market scenarios that drive FBS availability and price, as well as the important terms you must know and use when searching for the right FBS for your research needs.

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Gibco Cell Culture Basics Handbook

One Cell Biology Product Handbook

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We have simplified our portfolio to show you how our most popular products and services are used as single tools or integrated system solutions. This handbook is meant to expedite your search for the right cell biology product and give you an in-depth look at how we can help accelerate research.

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artistic rendition of cow, cells and fbs bottle

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Basics

Discover the important factors to consider in FBS selection, the market scenarios that drive FBS availability and price, as well as the important terms you must know and use when searching for the right FBS for your research needs.

Explore now

Gibco Cell Culture Basics Handbook

One Cell Biology Product Handbook

One Cell Biology Product Handbook cover

We have simplified our portfolio to show you how our most popular products and services are used as single tools or integrated system solutions. This handbook is meant to expedite your search for the right cell biology product and give you an in-depth look at how we can help accelerate research.

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Watch the latest Gibco Cell Culture Basics videos to learn valuable cell culture techniques to fuel your success.

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Cell Culture & Transfection Learning Center
Access cell culture and transfection educational resources for better experiment planning and execution.

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Find the right Gibco media formulation for DMEM, DMEM/F-12, MEM, and RPMI-1640 media.

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Find technical support recommendations for your cell culture and transfection workflows, including tips for experimental setup and in-depth troubleshooting help.

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