HAWK Biosystems is pleased to announce a new strategic distribution partnership with Apical Scientific, a leading life science distributor, service provider, and manufacturer based in Malaysia. This collaboration marks another milestone in our global expansion strategy and reinforces our commitment to advancing spatial biology and functional biomarkers across Asia Pacific.
A Trusted Partner in Malaysia’s Life Science Ecosystem
With over two decades of experience in the biomedical research sector, Apical Scientific has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products and tailored services to researchers throughout Malaysia. Their expertise in molecular biology, local market knowledge, and customer-centric approach make them an ideal partner to represent and support the distribution of our flagship platform, QF-Pro®.
Bringing Functional Spatial Biology to Malaysian Researchers
This partnership enables researchers in Malaysia to gain local access to QF-Pro®. Powered by FLIM (Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy), QF-Pro® goes beyond conventional IHC and expression profiling to quantify real-time protein–protein interactions within the tumor microenvironment—unlocking new insights into immune response and therapeutic resistance.
“Apical Scientific brings the technical depth and trusted network we need to serve researchers in the Malaysia market,” said Fernando Aguirre, CEO at HAWK Biosystems. “We are confident that their long-standing relationships with academic, hospital, and industrial research institutions will accelerate the adoption of QF-Pro® in oncology and beyond.”
Aligned Missions: Innovation, Quality, and Support
Apical Scientific complements its distribution capabilities with in-house manufacturing under the 1st BASE brand, offering a wide portfolio of molecular biology services and sequencing technologies. Their end-to-end solutions and commitment to quality align with HAWK Biosystems’ values of scientific rigor, innovation, and customer service.
“HAWK Biosystems stands at the forefront of spatial proteomics, offering innovative solutions that empower researchers to delve deeper into the functional aspects of proteins within tissues. With products like QF-Pro®, Violet 3.0, and specialized reagent kits, the company provides comprehensive tools that support both fundamental research and clinical applications, particularly in the realm of immuno-oncology”, said Mr Mah Boon Geat, CCO at Apical Scientific. “We are pleased to collaborate with Hawk Biosystems in expanding into the Malaysian market, with the shared goal of advancing functional spatial proteomics and its applications in translational research.”
Looking Ahead
Together, HAWK Biosystems and Apical Scientific aim to empower researchers with advanced tools for spatial biology and immune profiling, enabling breakthroughs in cancer research, drug development, and personalized medicine.
