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Last Updated: 09/06/2026

Epistem

Manchester
Founded 2000
Preclinical and clinical CRO specialising in biomarker services

Epistem is a contract research organisation providing preclinical and clinical research services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

Its capabilities span in vivo and in vitro preclinical models across oncology, gastrointestinal disease, dermatology, and autoimmune indications, alongside GCLP-accredited biomarker services including gene expression profiling, next-generation sequencing, histology, and protein biomarker detection.

The company has particular expertise in low-input genetic analysis and laser capture microdissection, supporting target validation and biomarker-led drug development programmes.