Protein by cell type

Dendritic cells (DCs) are a type of antigen-presenting cell (APC) that play a critical role in initiating and regulating immune responses. They are found in tissues that are in contact with the external environment, such as the skin, mucosal surfaces, and lymphoid organs. Dendritic cells play a central role in linking the innate and adaptive immune systems by capturing antigens, activating T cells, and regulating immune responses. Their ability to initiate and modulate immune responses makes them essential for effective immunity against pathogens and for maintaining tolerance to self-antigens. Qkine proteins for dendritic cells include IL-4 and GM-CSF.

Endothelial cells line the interior surface of blood vessels, forming a thin layer known as the endothelium. They play a crucial role in maintaining vascular function and homeostasis. Endothelial cells serve several important functions, including regulating the passage of substances and cells between the bloodstream and surrounding tissues, controlling blood vessel tone and permeability, and participating in the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis). Qkine proteins for endothelial cells include VEGF and species-specific thermostable FGF-2, such as bovine/porcine FGF2-G3.

Epithelial cells form the epithelium, which lines the surfaces and cavities of organs and tissues throughout the body. Epithelial cells serve several important functions, including providing a protective barrier against physical, chemical, and microbial damage, as well as regulating the exchange of substances between different compartments of the body. Epithelial cells can be found in various structures, such as the skin, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, urinary tract, and blood vessels. Qkine proteins for epithelial cells include BMP-4, EGF, IGF-1 and Noggin.

Neuronal cells, or neurons, are the fundamental building blocks of the nervous system. They play a critical role in sensory perception, motor control, cognition, emotion, and virtually all other aspects of nervous system function. Although neuroscience has made significant advancements in recent years, shedding light on many aspects of brain function, it is still challenged by the complexity of neural tissue and the availability of model systems. Qkine provides high-quality growth factors essential for developing and maintaining robust, reproducible, and physiologically relevant neural cultures.

Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSC) are a type of pluripotent stem cell derived from adult somatic cells such as skin cells or blood cells, through cellular reprogramming. Embryonic stem cells (ESC) are derived from the inner cell mass of early-stage embryos. iPSCs has great potential for regenerative medicine, disease modeling, and drug development. Qkine provides a complete portfolio of growth factors for iPSC and ESC maintenance media including mTESR and E8, StemPro media and B8media. Qkine proteins for iPSC include activin A, CNTF, G-CSF and FGF-1.

T cells, also known as T lymphocytes, are a type of white blood cell that plays a central role in the adaptive immune system. They are produced in the bone marrow and mature in the thymus gland, which is why they are called “T” cells. T cells are essential for protecting the body against infections and maintaining immune homeostasis, and their dysregulation can lead to various diseases, including autoimmune disorders, allergies, and immunodeficiency disorders. Qkine proteins for T Cells include GM-CSF, IL-1 beta, IL-3 and SCF.