AnaBios Acquires Cell Systems
April 4, 2023
AnaBios Corporation has acquired Cell Systems, a Kirkland, Washington supplier of human primary cells and cell culture media, to expand its human tissue and cell portfolio and accelerate translational drug discovery. Financing for the transaction was provided by AnaBios' existing investors, including Ampersand Capital Partners; financial terms were not disclosed.
- Buyers
- AnaBios Corporation, Ampersand Capital Partners
- Targets
- Cell Systems
- Platforms
- AnaBios Corporation
- Industry
- Biotechnology
- Location
- Washington, United States
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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