Curio Bioscience introduces Curio Trekker, the world's first product to convert single-cell genomics data into single-cell spatial data, revolutionizing scientific discovery in fields like cancer biology and neuroscience.
Introducing Curio Trekker: Revolutionizing Scientific Discovery
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Curio Bioscience, a company based in Palo Alto, California, is shaking up the scientific community with its groundbreaking technology called Curio Trekker. Developed by the renowned Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, this innovative product has the power to convert single-cell genomics data into single-cell spatial data, opening up new frontiers in scientific discovery.
Curio Trekker, the world's first of its kind, allows researchers to incorporate precise positional information at the single-cell resolution, enhancing single-cell and single-nuclei analyses. This technology bridges the gap that previously existed between standard single-cell sequencing workflows and the ability to capture the spatial context of cell populations.
With the ability to capture the spatial context of cell populations, Curio Trekker is poised to revolutionize research in various fields, including cancer biology, neuroscience, and developmental sciences. By providing researchers with the missing piece of the puzzle - the spatial organization of cells of interest - Curio Trekker empowers scientists to delve deeper into understanding complex biological systems.
Developed by Leading Scientists at the Broad Institute
The driving force behind Curio Trekker is the collaborative efforts of Dr. Evan Macosko and Dr. Fei Chen, academic co-founders of Curio Bioscience. Dr. Macosko, a member of the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research at the Broad Institute and an associate professor of psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital, has been at the forefront of single-cell sequencing technology. Dr. Chen, a core institute member at the Broad Institute and an assistant professor at Harvard University's Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology, brings her expertise in stem cell biology to the table.
Curio Bioscience has signed a licensing agreement with the Broad Institute to commercialize the Slide-tags technology, making Curio Trekker the first product of its kind in the world. This partnership ensures that researchers can benefit from the cutting-edge research and technological advancements from these leading institutions.
Unlocking the Spatial Context of Cell Populations
While single-cell sequencing has been transformative in profiling cell populations, researchers have long sought to understand the spatial organization of cells. Curio Trekker addresses this need by providing the missing spatial context in a readily accessible format.
By seamlessly integrating into existing single-cell-based workflows, Curio Trekker allows researchers to easily incorporate spatial data into their analyses. This breakthrough technology opens up a world of possibilities for investigating the spatial relationships between cells and advancing scientific understanding in various fields.
Curio Trekker Early Access Program and Future Applications
Curio Bioscience has launched an early access program for Curio Trekker, with participation from world-class research organizations. This program allows researchers to get their hands on this cutting-edge technology and explore its capabilities firsthand.
The first commercial kits, compatible with fresh frozen tissue sections, are now available for pre-order. Additionally, Curio Bioscience plans to expand the application of Curio Trekker to a wide range of sample types, including Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE), with a launch scheduled for the second half of 2024.
Researchers, like Dr. Neil Henderson, Chair of Tissue Repair and Regeneration at the University of Edinburgh, are excited about the potential of Curio Trekker. Dr. Henderson believes that this spatial mapping kit will greatly facilitate their investigations into the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the human liver fibrotic niche.
Curio Bioscience: Pioneering High-Precision Tools for the Life Sciences
Curio Bioscience is at the forefront of advancing high-precision tools for the life sciences industry. With their innovative spatial biology capabilities, they enable researchers to map the whole transcriptome at high resolution using existing sequencing workflows and instrumentation.
With a strong track record in bringing genomic solutions to market, Curio Bioscience aims to transform the field of single-cell genomics with their groundbreaking technology. By bridging the gap between genomics and spatial biology, Curio Trekker has the potential to unlock new insights and drive scientific breakthroughs.
To learn more about Curio Trekker and its applications, visit Curio Bioscience's website and join the research community in embracing this revolutionary technology.