June 8, 2026Company newsAcquisitionSpatial biology

Takara Bio expands its spatial genomics portfolio through the acquisition of Curio Bioscience

The acquisition adds whole-transcriptome spatial workflows to the existing single-cell and NGS portfolio.

Takara Bio and Curio Bioscience teams in discussion

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Curio Bioscience joins the Takara Bio group

The acquisition brings two spatial-biology platforms—Trekker and Seeker—into the Takara Bio portfolio of single-cell genomics technologies. The combined portfolio supports researchers seeking spatially resolved molecular insight using established sequencing workflows and instrumentation.

Company

Curio Bioscience

Location

Palo Alto, California

Field

Spatial genomics

Relevant to: Spatial biology + single-cell teams
Technology: Trekker and Seeker
Research value: Spatially resolved molecular maps
Status: Official acquisition announcement

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What it adds

Adds spatial context

Researchers can connect molecular profiles with the position and organisation of cells in tissue.

How it fits

Extends existing workflows

Curio technologies are designed to work with sequencing and single-cell approaches teams already use.

Why it matters

Broadens the portfolio

The combined offering links spatial biology with Takara Bio's established single-cell genomics capabilities.

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Takara Bio

Single-cell genomics
NGS library preparation
Scientific support

Shared value

Spatially resolved single-cell insight
Integrated workflows
Broader research questions

Curio Bioscience

Trekker
Seeker
Spatial genomics expertise

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A strategic expansion in spatial biology

Spatial biology connects molecular measurements with information about where cells are located and how they are organised within tissue. Adding Curio Bioscience expands Takara Bio's ability to support this rapidly developing area of research.

Two complementary spatial technologies

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News

Patent license agreement for Seeker and Trekker spatial products

June 23, 2026

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Program

Certified Service Provider Program for NGS and single-cell technologies

April 16, 2026

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Learning

Spatial biology workflow and technology overview

Resource · Deep-dive guide

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