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Obatala Sciences

Obatala Sciences

Biotechnology

New Orleans, LA 1,769 followers

Driving Diversity in Research. Impacting the Future.

About us

Obatala Sciences offers contract research services and research products to laboratories in industry and in academia. Our clients include major pharmaceutical companies, US government entities, contract research organizations, non-profit organizations, and academic research laboratories. Our areas of expertise include obesity, diabetes, energy metabolism, musculoskeletal system biology, and wound healing. ObaCell™, a unique fat tissue model, is a great tool for disease modeling and drug screening. Obatala Sciences can provide data in various areas depending on your interest including proteomics, genomics, functionality, and adipokine secretion. We also have the capability of forming white or brown fat tissue upon request.

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https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.pwww.obatalasciences.com/
Industry
Biotechnology
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
New Orleans, LA
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2017

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  • 🧬 Even More Ways to Access Obatala Products We’re excited to announce that Obatala Sciences’ full portfolio of human-relevant research tools is now available through the Fisher Scientific website! Whether you're looking for: 🧫 3D and 2D adipose models (ObaCell®) 🧪 Hydrogels and ECM scaffolds (ObaGel®) 🧬 Primary human cells and SVF — you can now purchase them directly through Fisher Scientific. 🔍 Simply go to fishersci.com and search “Obatala Sciences” to explore our full catalog. We’re proud to make it even easier for scientists, pharma teams, and research institutions to bring diversity, relevance, and reproducibility into their workflows. #ObatalaSciences #FisherScientific #HumanRelevantModels #LifeSciences #DrugDiscovery #TissueEngineering #BiotechTools #MetabolicDiseaseResearch

  • 🛒 Now Available on VWR Avantor through Science Central! We’re excited to share that Obatala Sciences' full portfolio of products is now available through VWR Avantor, one of the world’s leading scientific distribution platforms! From our: 🧬 ObaCell® 2D & 3D adipose tissue models 🧫 ObaGel® hydrogel matrices 🧪 Human-derived stem cells and SVF — every Obatala innovation is just a few clicks away. 🔍 Simply visit the VWR Avantor website and search for “Obatala Sciences” to browse or purchase. We’re proud to expand access to our human-relevant, animal-free tools that are transforming drug discovery, metabolic research, and regenerative medicine. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/g9gwW4gX #ObatalaSciences #VWR #Avantor #NowAvailable #HumanRelevantModels #BiotechInnovation #MetabolicDisease #TissueEngineering #LifeSciences

  • 🛍️ Obatala Products: Now Easier Than Ever to Access At Obatala Sciences, we’re making it simple for you to integrate human-relevant, animal-free research tools into your workflow — no matter where you shop. 🔹 Direct from Obatala - Visit obatalasciences.com to request a quote or talk to our team about customized support. 🔹 VWR Avantor - Search “Obatala Sciences” on avantorsciences.com to access our full product catalog. 🔹 Fisher Scientific - Our products are also available on fishersci.com — just type in “Obatala Sciences” to explore. 🔹 Creative Biolabs - Our Obesity-on-Chip and Fat-on-Chip kits are available through Creative Biolabs, our newest Channel Partner 🔹 Also available on Scientist.com, Science Exchange, Zageno, and Asone! From 2D and 3D adipose models to ObaGel® hydrogels and primary human cell systems, we’ve ensured our tools are available wherever you need them. 🔬 Let’s bring greater biological relevance, diversity, and reproducibility into the world of research — together. #ObatalaSciences #LifeSciences #DrugDiscovery #HumanRelevantModels #FisherScientific #VWRAvantor #CreativeBiolabs #BiotechInnovation #CellCulture #MetabolicDiseaseResearch

  • 🎉 Obatala Sciences Turns 8! 🎉 Eight years ago, we set out to humanize preclinical research—and today, we're proud to stand at the forefront of innovation in drug discovery. As we celebrate our 8th birthday, we’re also celebrating: ✅ A newly granted patent in Japan, expanding our global IP footprint ✅ Our designation as a Contract Research Organization (CRO) for major pharma ✅ Growing demand for organs-on-chip and other New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)—a shift we’ve anticipated and championed since day one As regulatory agencies push for more predictive, human-relevant models, Obatala’s tools—rooted in human-derived cells, biomaterials, and 3D culture systems—are increasingly recognized as essential to next-generation drug development. To our partners, collaborators, investors, and incredible team—thank you for eight years of trust, science, and shared purpose. Here's to the next chapter of impact and innovation! 💥 #ObatalaSciences #DrugDevelopment #NAMs #OrgansOnChip #PreclinicalResearch #HumanRelevantModels #Biotech #CRO #Innovation #HappyBirthday #StemCells

  • 🧬 Why Diversity in Biobanks Matters More Than Ever At Obatala Sciences, we’re not just collecting biological samples — we’re building a future where everybody is represented in medical research. For too long, biomedical research has relied on data from a narrow slice of the population. The result? Treatments that may not work — or may even cause harm — in underrepresented groups. Here’s why diversity in biobanks is essential: ✅ Genetic and biological variation matters Different populations can have unique disease profiles and responses to treatment. Without inclusive data, critical differences are missed. ✅ Drug response isn’t one-size-fits-all Age, ethnicity, BMI, and sex all affect how drugs work. Our diverse biobank helps researchers design safer, more effective therapies for everyone. ✅ Health equity starts with inclusive science Many groups face higher rates of diseases like diabetes and obesity — yet are left out of research. We're changing that. ✅ Precision medicine needs precision data To tailor treatments, you need representative models. Our biobank provides that foundation. At Obatala, we’re proud to offer human-derived tissues and cells from a demographically diverse donor pool — advancing science that reflects the world we live in. Because inclusive research isn’t just the right thing — it’s the smart thing. #ObatalaSciences #Biobank #HealthEquity #DiversityInResearch #PrecisionMedicine #LifeSciences #InclusiveScience #DrugDiscovery #STEM #BiotechInnovation

  • 📊 Donor Diversity Matters At Obatala Sciences, we’re proud to maintain a donor inventory that reflects our core value: inclusivity. This graphic highlights the demographic breakdown of our donors by age, sex, and race—reinforcing our commitment to creating research tools that represent the populations they aim to serve. ✅ 81% Female ✅ 57% Ages 35–55 ✅ 16% African American ✅ Growing representation across age and racial groups By centering diversity in our donor recruitment, we help ensure that regenerative medicine, drug development, and tissue modeling are both scientifically accurate and equitably designed. #DiversityInSTEM #RegenerativeMedicine #InclusiveScience #ObatalaSciences #TissueEngineering #HealthEquity #DonorDiversity

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  • 🧬 What if the future of medicine reflected everyone? At Obatala Sciences, we believe that equitable science starts with representative data. That’s why we’ve built a diverse, human-derived biobank — a critical foundation for developing more inclusive and effective therapies. Our biobank contains tissue and cell samples from donors across a wide range of racial, ethnic, age, and BMI backgrounds — making it one of the most demographically representative biorepositories available for studying metabolic disease, cancer, and regenerative medicine. 🌍 Why does donor diversity matter in biotech? Because disease doesn’t look the same in every body. And medicine shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all. 💡 By using our biobank, researchers and pharmaceutical partners can: ✔️ Reduce health disparities in drug discovery ✔️ Develop therapies that work across populations ✔️ Conduct more meaningful and inclusive preclinical studies ✔️ Move closer to precision medicine for everyone At Obatala, we’re not just storing cells — we’re empowering innovation that reflects the world we live in. #ObatalaSciences #Biobank #DiversityInResearch #HealthEquity #PrecisionMedicine #BiotechInnovation #InclusionInSTEM #TranslationalResearch #LifeSciences #DEI

  • 🔬 What if we could test new treatments without ever touching a patient? At Obatala Sciences, that vision is becoming a reality. We're excited to be pioneering the future of drug discovery and personalized medicine through organ-on-a-chip technology — a revolutionary platform that mimics the structure and function of human organs on a micro-scale. 💡 What is Organ-on-a-Chip? Think of it as a tiny lab-grown model of human tissue — like fat, liver, or muscle — housed in a microfluidic chip. These models recreate key aspects of human physiology, allowing researchers to study disease and test treatments in a system that behaves more like the human body than traditional cell cultures or animal models. At Obatala, we’re advancing this innovation with our human-derived, diverse, and scalable stromal vascular fraction (SVF) and tissue models — helping researchers better understand complex diseases like obesity, diabetes, and cancer. 👩🏽⚕️👨🏻🔬 Why does it matter? Reduces reliance on animal testing Accelerates drug development Enables more inclusive and representative biomedical research Brings us closer to precision medicine for all #OrganOnAChip #ObatalaSciences #BiotechInnovation #FutureOfMedicine #DiversityInSTEM #TissueEngineering #LifeSciences #DrugDiscovery #HealthEquity

  • 🎆 Science, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Discovery This 4th of July, we’re celebrating more than just independence — we’re honoring the freedom to question, to explore, and to innovate. At Obatala Sciences, we believe scientific discovery is a fundamental part of progress — and that true progress includes equity, representation, and inclusion in research. From building one of the most diverse human cell and tissue biobanks to advancing organ-on-a-chip technologies that reflect the real world, we’re proud to be pioneering a future where everyone benefits from medical innovation. 🧬 Because the pursuit of discovery should serve all people — not just some. Here’s to freedom, forward thinking, and a future built on inclusive science. #ObatalaSciences #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay #ScienceForAll #PursuitOfDiscovery #HealthEquity #LifeSciences #BiotechInnovation #DiversityInSTEM #PrecisionMedicine

  • 🚀Wrapping Up the Week with Purpose & Progress 🚀 This week at Obatala Sciences, we spotlighted the power behind our Qual™ media line—a trio of tools designed to support cutting-edge research in bone, fat, and stromal tissue modeling: 🦴 OsteoQual™ – for robust osteogenesis ⚖️ AdipoQual™ – for consistent adipogenic differentiation 🧬 StromaQual™ – for reliable stromal cell expansion Each product reflects our commitment to advancing biologically relevant human models that drive better science, better data, and better outcomes. Whether you’re exploring regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, or disease modeling—we’re here to support your discoveries. Let’s close out the week proud of the science we’re building and excited for what’s ahead. The future of human health starts in the lab. Let’s shape it—together. #ObatalaSciences #QualLine #OsteoQual #AdipoQual #StromaQual #3DCellCulture #StemCellResearch #TissueEngineering #HumanModels #RegenerativeMedicine #ScientificInnovation #FinishStrong

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