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Human Embryonic Kidney (HEK) Cells: A Game-changer in Biotechnology
March 26, 2025Human Embryonic Kidney (HEK) cells have played a transformative role in biotechnology, drug development, and gene therapy for decades. Since their development in the 1970s, these cells have become one of the most widely used mammalian cell lines, serving as a foundation for protein production, viral vector manufacturing, and vaccine development.
What makes HEK cells so valuable? How do they…