About Us

We are the innovators providing products and product development to those who are themselves engaged in delivering reproductive technologies within the cattle breeding industry.

Enabling Rapid Genetic Gain For Breeding Programs

Through innovation and quality of service, we deliver reproductive technologies that make a positive impact to valuable animal breeding.

We source our innovations through our own research and those we collaborate within both an academic and commercial environment, providing a means of translating research into industry sought-after innovation. 

1982

Research & Discovery Begins

Papers referencing our Media

We're a Trusted Trader

We are registered with the Australian Border Force under their Trusted Trader program recognising that ART Lab Solutions meets international supply chain security and trade compliance standards.

Our Evolving History

1982

New Zealand: Creation of synthetic oviductal fluid formulations TCM199 + SOF

1990

Low oxygen concentration on in-vitro development of preimplantation sheep & cattle embryos

1996

Addition of amino acid supplementation in culture media

2000

Sequential culture media system was developed

2003

University of Adelaide: Further developments & tweaks to VitroMat maturation media

2008

Introduction of cAMP modulating agent in pre-IVM on bovine COCs

2009

IVF Vet Solutions, a business unit operating within the University of Adelaide sells cattle IVF media commercially

2010

Use of SPOM during pre-mat to improve embryo yield and pregnancy outcomes in cattle

2011

Continuous research & development began in media formulations, particularly the addition of growth factors & cytokines

2018

Founded ART Lab Solutions, an innovative company providing cutting edge reproductive technologies in livestock

2020

Further research and development into new technologies. Shelf life extension of IVF media product suite, further bottling & packaging improvements

2021

Approval from the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority to use cattle IVF formulated products in the Australian market. Increase to executive personnel and staff.

2022

Accredited as an Australian Trsuted Trader with the Australian Border Force. ART Lab solutions meets the regulatory standard of supply chain security and trade compliance.

2023

New Product Release - Transport VitroMat Protect medium containing the addition of an endoplasmic reticulum stress inhibitor, shown to improve blastocyst development rates compared to other alternatives on the market. Slow freezing and thawing solutions added to product pipeline.

Our Expert Team

Our most important asset is our hard working and experienced team. Supporting them, is our great relationships with The University of Adelaide’s research and development partners and our clients.

Collaboration is key in everything we do and it’s how we achieved continued success in our product development, improving media formulations and IVF systems.

Professor Jeremy Thompson

Founder, CSO & Director

An expert in cattle early embryo development and pioneer of the specialised IVF media formulations. Jeremy brings nearly 30 years’ experience in research in cattle and human reproductive technologies. Jeremy provides valuable insights into product development to maintain the company’s strong R&D pipeline.

Marie Ellul

Co-founder, CEO & Director

With an MBA from the University of Adelaide, Marie brings over a decade of experience in technical and theoretical mouse and bovine embryology. Marie develops and implements the company’s business plan and marketing strategies, establishes relationships with company stakeholders with special focus on customer relationships and consultation.

Dr. Richard Fry

Non-Executive Director

Dr Richard Fry PhD, Assoc. Prof. at Melb University and Founder of Speedbreed and Clone International has vast experience into reproductive technologies in animals. Richard brings extensive experience in ovum pick-up and embryo transfer, collaborative industry networks, and provides expert insights into the breeding industry.

Dr. Jennifer Kelly

Dr. Jennifer Kelly

Reproductive Scientist & Advisor

Jen brings a wealth of experience in assisted reproductive technologies including in vitro embryo production (IVM, IVF and IVC) from mature and juvenile animals, Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer (cloning) and genetic engineering across several species (bovine, ovine, caprine, porcine, cervine, equine and canine).

She is a Foundation Member for International Embryo Technology Society (IETS) and the Society for Reproductive Biology (SRB) Australian representative for the International Congress of Animal Reproduction (ICAR) and continues to be an Adjunct Senior Lecturer and Supervisor at the University of Adelaide.

Dr Darren Chow

Laboratory Technician

Darren has completed his PhD in Medicine at the University of Adelaide. Darren has 8 years’ experience in embryology techniques and practicing laboratory aseptic processes and handling. Darren is a media manufacture specialist, with expertise in manufacturing media for bovine and mouse species.

Electra Mohamad

Marketing Officer

Electra brings a unique blend of expertise to our team, having completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in 2023, with a major in Chinese and Marketing. Her academic background provides a solid foundation in both communication and strategic marketing, positioning her well to contribute to our company’s growth.

Electra’s fascination with biology, combined with her passion for integrated digital marketing and content development, makes her a perfect fit for ART Lab Solutions.

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