Peak Serum, Inc. Partners with Lab Procurement Services, LLC and BioLabs on Grant Program Supporting Disease Curing Research Through Fetal Bovine Serum Donation
Peak Serum, Inc. — a Colorado-based, privately owned, and independent supplier of life science laboratory products — has partnered with national, membership-based biotech network, BioLabs, for its annual Cares for Cures grant program. Applications from active BioLabs members are being accepted now through December 16, 2020.
With this initiative, a biological research lab is selected to receive a Fetal Bovine Serum donation from Peak Serum. BioLabs efforts are supported by Laboratory Procurement Services, LLC, which is made possible by Peak Serum as the dedicated supplier of Fetal Bovine Serum and lab consumables. As a result of this ongoing partnership, the Cares for Cures grant has been made exclusive to members of the BioLabs network. All active member labs of any size are encouraged to apply, and the selected donation recipient will be notified in December 2020.
“At Peak Serum, we believe it is our responsibility as a company to support research initiatives with the potential to change the world for the better,” said Tom Kutrubes, president and CEO of Peak Serum, Inc. “Our mission with the Cares for Cures program is to give back to the research community in a way that can truly make an impact.”
BioLabs is a membership-based network of shared lab and office facilities located in key biotech innovation clusters. BioLabs offers life science startups unique places to test, develop, and grow their game-changing ideas. We are pleased to be working with Lab Procurement Services, LLC to help offer our quality Peak Serum FBS and Consumables on their hosted catalog on Marketplace.
“Our mission at Laboratory Procurement Services is to assist laboratories in obtaining the products needed to enable optimal success through discovery,” said Frank lafrato, chief commercial officer and partner at Laboratory Procurement Services, LLC. “Together, through BioLabs expansive network of incubators housing almost 1,200 new biotech start-Ups and Peak Serum’s Cares for Cures grant program, we will strengthen medical research and innovation to build upon the momentous progress taking place across our industry.”
Established in 2017, the Cares for Cures grant program has provided much-needed Fetal Bovine Serum to various labs across the U.S. Recipients include:
Dr. Wendy Huang of the UC San Diego School of Medicine (2017) – Huang’s team research impacts inflammatory bowel conditions, breast, prostate, and intestinal cancers, and other inflammation-related diseases.
Dr. Russell Pachynski from the Department of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine (2018) – Pachynski’s groundbreaking research is very unique and encompasses both clinical (prostate) and laboratory (leukocyte) research.
Dr. Julie Moreno, and the Prion Research team supporting the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology at Colorado State University (2019) – Their research tests a variety of cell sources that are easily accessible, non-tumorigenic, and will eliminate ethical concerns making for a novel, translatable neuronal replacement therapy for any neurodegenerative disease.
“To give back and partner with labs working to create cures for diseases is a very high priority for Peak Serum,” said Kutrubes. “BioLab’s goal to change how scientific entrepreneurs do business by building an ecosystem that empowers bio innovators to grow is a natural fit for Peak Serum. We are not just another serum company — we care about our industry and hope to illustrate our dedication through this partnership and the Cares for Cures grant.”
Labs of any size who are members of BioLabs are encouraged to fill out the Cares for Cures grant application form for consideration at peakfbs.com/cares-for-cures.
Local Lab Supports Disease Curing Research with Fetal Bovine Serum Grant Recipient
Peak Serum, Inc. Announces First Local Recipient of Annual Cares for Cures Grant
WELLINGTON, COLO. (Nov. 14, 2019) – Peak Serum, Inc. — a privately owned and independent supplier of life science laboratory products — is pleased to announce Dr. Julie Moreno and the Colorado State University (CSU) Prion Research team as the recipient of its annual Cares for Cures Grant. Through this initiative, Moreno and her team received a Fetal Bovine Serum donation from Peak Serum — founded by CSU alumnus, Tom Kutrubes — in support of the positive impact their collective efforts to cure infectious diseases has made in the medical industry.
“Our Cares for Cures program is a tremendous honor and a cornerstone of our company’s charitable efforts that allows us to give back and partner with labs to help potential cures for diseases become a reality,” said Tom Kutrubes, President and CEO of Peak Serum, Inc. “Everyone wins when we support research to cure diseases.”
Supporting the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology at CSU — home to world-renowned scientists and leaders in laboratory research — Moreno and the CSU Prion Research team have been awarded the 2019 Cares for Cures Grant. This research will test a variety of cell sources that are easily accessible, non-tumorigenic, and will eliminate ethical concerns making for a novel, translatable neuronal replacement therapy for any neurodegenerative disease.
“Peak Serum’s Cares for Cures program demonstrates a phenomenal passion for industry research and affords scientists the ability to retain a proactive approach across their respective field of study,” said Moreno. “We are at one of the most exciting and dynamic frontiers of biology with our studies on prions and prion diseases. As prion disease epidemics are frequent and invariably fatal and incurable, this grant from Peak Serum is critical to developing potential cures that are vital for animal and human health.”
In 2017, Peak Serum announced its first-ever Cares for Cures recipient, Dr. Wendy Huang of the UC San Diego School of Medicine toward studies on intestinal cancers and inflammation-related diseases. In 2018, Dr. Russell Pachynski from the Department of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine was the second recipient of the Cares for Cures Grant to support groundbreaking clinical and laboratory research. “This year, we’re thrilled to announce our very first local recipient,” said Kutrubes.
“With this initiative, we hope to display our commitment to our customers and show our true compassion for the community that continues to support us,” said Kutrubes.
Based in Wellington, Colo., Peak Serum is one of the nation’s leading independent suppliers of fetal bovine serum, an essential part of cGMP / clinical trial research and diagnostics applications.
Peak Serum, Inc. Accepting Applications for Fetal Bovine Serum Donation to Support Disease Curing Research
Peak Serum, Inc. is currently seeking applications for its annual Cares for Cures Grant. Through this initiative, a biological research lab is selected to receive a Fetal Bovine Serum donation from Peak Serum. Click here to fill out the grant form for consideration. Labs of any size are encouraged to apply and the donation recipient will be notified by email.
“Our mission with Peak Serum’s Cares for Cures program is to give back to the research community that continues to support Peak Serum,” said Tom Kutrubes, President and CEO of Peak Serum, Inc. “It is my belief that it is our responsibility as a company to go the extra mile in supporting research initiatives can change the world.”
Dr. Wendy Huang of the UC San Diego School of Medicine was awarded the first Cares for Cures Grant in 2017. Her team’s research impacts inflammatory bowel conditions, breast, prostate and intestinal cancers and other inflammation-related diseases.
From the Department of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Russell Pachynski was the second recipient of the Cares for Cures Grant in 2018. His groundbreaking research is very unique and encompasses both clinical (prostate) and laboratory (leukocyte) research.
“To give back and partner with labs to make cures for diseases become a reality is a very high priority for Peak Serum,” said Kutrubes. “We are not just another serum company. We care about our customers and hope to show our true compassion through the annual Cares for Cures Grant.”
Washington University School of Medicine Receives Fetal Bovine Serum Donation from Peak Serum, Inc.
TOGETHER, WE IMPACT LIVES.
Peak Serum, Inc. is proud to announce its 2018 Cares for Cures Grant recipient, Russell Pachynski of the Washington University School of Medicine.
The Cares for Cures Grant was born from Peak Serum’s mission to support research to cure diseases through the donation of Fetal Bovine Serum. Research labs and organizations are encouraged to apply for donations of Fetal Bovine Serum through the Peak Serum website and grants are given each fiscal year.
Pachynski, Assistant Professor at Washington University School of Medicine, is the second recipient of the Cares for Cures Grant. His team focuses broadly on the leukocyte migration (or trafficking) in the setting of tumor immunology. “My lab is thrilled to continue our research with the help of Peak Serum’s Cares for Cures Grant,” said Pachynski. “We are so thankful for the support of our research efforts to make breakthroughs each and every day.”
Click Here to learn more about Dr. Pachynski’s research and lab.
“Dr. Pachynski’s lab is the epitome of what the Cares for Cures Grant stands for. This grant aids, acknowledges and encourages researchers to make strides to fight diseases,” said Tom Kutrubes, Peak Serum President and CEO. “We are proud to be able to assist this research lab and continue motivating labs worldwide to carry out cutting-edge research.”
Peak Serum launched Cares for Cures in 2017 and that same year awarded Dr. Wendy Huang of the UC San Diego School of Medicine for her work in examining the link between DDX proteins, their ability to modify RNA structures and their link between inflammation and cancers.
Peak Serum, Inc. Accepting Applications for Fetal Bovine Serum Donation to Support Disease Curing Research
Through the Cares for Cures Grant, Peak Serum, Inc. aims to provide Fetal Bovine Serum product donations to research labs working to cure diseases worldwide. Researchers seeking support from the grant may apply directly.
“The mission behind the Cares for Cures Grant is to aid, acknowledge and encourage researchers making strides to fight diseases,” said Tom Kutrubes, Peak Serum President and CEO. “Through the donation, we hope to motivate labs worldwide to continue carrying out research.”
Dr. Wendy Huang of the UC San Diego School of Medicine was awarded the first Cares for Cures Grant in 2017. Her team’s research impacts inflammatory bowel conditions, breast, prostate and intestinal cancers and other inflammation-related diseases. “It is researchers like Dr. Huang who make the breakthroughs that guide tomorrow’s treatments. Peak Serum is happy to support her efforts.”
Now Accepting Cares for Cures Grant Applications
Together, We Impact Lives. Apply now for support from Peak Serum Cares for Cures.
Is your organization preforming cutting edge research to help eliminate disease or treat illness? Are you looking for support for your research efforts through product donations of Peak Serum’s quality Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS)?
Peak Serum is now accepting applications for our annual Cares for Cures Grant program. All applications must be submitted online at peakfbs.com/cares-for-cures. Research labs and organizations are encouraged to apply for donations through the form on our Cares for Cures page. Each year, Peak Serum sets aside funds for Cares for Cures to provide thousands of dollars worth of FBS to research labs and organizations. We have committed to selecting at least one beneficiary in 2018.
Each year, we select research efforts to support, and provide them with funding as well as in-kind donations of Fetal Bovine Serum. Because the world of research is varied and bright minds are investigating new ideas all the time, we’re concentrating our efforts on providing short-term grants which allow Cares for Cures to support a wide range of research.
More information is available at our Cares for Cures page, including full information regarding how to apply for a grant.
PEAK SERUM DONATES FETAL BOVINE SERUM TO UC SAN DIEGO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
PEAK SERUM PROUDLY SUPPORTS RESEARCH
Everyone wins when we support research to cure diseases. In 2017, Peak Serum launched Cares for Cures, an initiative that aims to provide Fetal Bovine Serum product donations to research labs working to cure diseases worldwide.
Cares For Cures is proud to announce that it has made its first donation of Fetal Bovine Serum to support innovative research in the biotechnology field, Dr.Wendy Huang of the UC San Diego School of Medicine.
Dr. Huang’s team is examining the link between DDX proteins, their ability to modify RNA structures and their link between inflammation and cancers. While still in the initial research stage, Wendy’s research may have impacts on treatment including:
• Inflammatory bowel conditions including Crohn’s disease
• Breast, prostate and intestinal cancers
• Other inflammation-related diseases
Peak Serum will continue to provide donations of FBS to researchers as an ongoing part of its Cares For Cures program.
Scientific research makes the world a better place.
It’s just that simple.
Peak Serum wants to support research.
It’s also just that simple.
We’re proud to be part of America’s biological research community, and Peak Serum wants to help researchers advance knowledge. That’s why we’re unveiling our Cares for Cures program.
Each year, we’ll select research efforts to support, and provide them with funding as well as in-kind donations of Peak Fetal Bovine Serum. Because the world of research is varied and bright minds are investigating new ideas all the time, we’re concentrating our efforts on providing short-term grants which allow Cares for Cures to support a wide range of research.
Best of all, we’re making the application process open to the public. Have a project you think may benefit from the support of Cares for Cures? We’d love to hear about it! More information is available at our Cares for Cures page, including full information regarding how to apply for a grant.
Peak Serum, Inc. is currently seeking applications for its annual Cares for Cures Grant. Through this initiative, a biological research lab is selected to receive a Fetal Bovine Serum donation from Peak Serum. 
