Laboratory for Cell Research and Application

Laboratory for Cell Research and Application (LACRA) is a Japanese biotechnology company focused on the development of regenerative medicine and cell-based therapies. As a subsidiary of ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings, LACRA leverages advanced induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology to address unmet needs in reproductive health. The company maintains a strategic collaboration with Kyoto University's Center for iPS Cell Research and Application (CiRA) to translate cutting-edge stem cell research into clinical applications. Their primary pipeline focus involves the creation of iPSC-derived germ cells for the treatment of premature ovarian insufficiency. LACRA operates out of the Life Science Innovation Center in Kawasaki, Japan, positioning itself at the forefront of the country's regenerative medicine ecosystem. By combining ASKA's expertise in hormones and reproductive health with innovative cell technologies, the company aims to provide novel solutions for infertility and related disorders.