Streamline and Manage All Your Cell Culture Media Needs
Simplify the configuration and ordering of cell culture media, buffers, balanced salt solutions, and our pre-optimized off-the-shelf media and reagents with NB-Lux, a free cloud-based portal that facilitates customization, quoting, ordering, and tracking.
One-Stop-Shop Cell Media Solution
Cloud-Based Media Marketplace
Free online platform built to facilitate easy customization and streamlined ordering of any product.
Fully Customizable at Every Level
Easily customize components, testing, grade, and packaging of your media, buffer, or balanced salt solution.
Expedite Quoting and Ordering
Avoid the complex and time-consuming process of custom media requests. Simply input your media needs in NB-Lux and view estimated pricing and lead times.
Media Ownership
Know every component and concentration. Select grade, testing, and volume to match your stage of development. It’s your IP!
Secure Formula Repository
Securely store your customized formulations on your account where you can also access COAs and other product information.
Streamlined Order Processing and Tracking
Instantaneously review and approve product specifications and keep track of your order status in real time.
How It Works
The only cloud-based portal for cell culture customization and ordering, NB-Lux simplifies and manages all your cell culture media needs in one easy-to-use platform.
STEP 01
Create an Account or Log In
Create a free NB-Lux account or log in to purchase your favorite media, reagents, and supplements. Additionally, save your favorite custom formulas, track your order progress, and easily reorder.
STEP 02
Select From Media, Buffers and Balanced Salt Solutions, or Supplements and Reagents
Select the product you would like to customize and/or purchase. Choose from classical or custom media, specialized media, buffer and balanced salt solutions, or supplements and reagents.
STEP 03
Configure Your Selection
Configure any aspect of your media or solution, such as format, testing, packaging configuration, and the details of your formula from components and concentrations down to the grade of each component.
STEP 04
Review and Order
Review your order details, estimated pricing, and lead times. When finished, either save your formula to your cart, request a quote, or place your order and keep track of its progress. It’s that easy!
Documents and Downloads
Take a closer look at our helpful product information to learn how our cell culture media products and services can support and accelerate your groundbreaking research.
NB-Lux™ Product Note
Learn more about NB-Lux and the benefits of customizing your media via this online media configurator.
Need Help?
Get in touch with our customer support team to get started designing your media.
Design Your Media
Use our self-guided media designer to create or optimize your formula in minutes.
Formulation Services
Get expert help in developing or optimizing your media.
Resources
Learn how NB-Lux, a first-of-its-kind custom media configurator and media marketplace, can support and accelerate the development of your scientific breakthrough.
FAQs
What is NB-Lux™?
NB-Lux is an online platform used to purchase and customize cell culture media and other critical biological solutions. Configuration options include components, concentrations, and packaging. Save and order your custom formulations, or purchase and modify basal media formulations from popular suppliers.
How do I register for an NB-Lux™ account to purchase and customize products online? Does it cost anything?
NB-Lux is absolutely free. Visit NB-Lux and click “Log in or Sign up” on the top right corner of the page. Next, click “Sign up” and complete the basic information to set up your account. We appreciate any specifics about your role and research interests so we can tailor your experience.
Can I use NB-Lux™ without an account?
Yes, you can build a custom media, buffer, or balanced salt solution in the platform without an account, but you won’t see some important information like estimated price and lead time until you create one.
What happens after I press "Place an Order" in NB-Lux™?
Our team will review your formula’s specifications and confirm stock and lead times. Afterward, one of our Technical Sales Specialists will contact you to confirm the specifications sheet as well as discuss any questions we may have about your formula. Manufacturing of your media will begin upon receipt of payment.
When ordering off-the-shelf products, a Technical Sales Specialist will follow up to confirm your request.
Are formulas that I input or create stored securely?
Yes. We ensure your data is stored securely with SSL encryption, multi-level authentication, and extensive firewall rules. Additionally, as with all services offered by Nucleus Biologics, your created and inputted formulas remain your intellectual property.