Research & Diagnostic Systems, Inc. is a global life sciences company founded in 1976, initially based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company has since expanded to operate across 34 locations worldwide, delivering reagents, instruments, and precision diagnostics to researchers and clinicians. Its mission centers on improving quality of life by catalyzing advances in science and medicine.
The company's technical domains span hematology controls, antibodies, proteins, small molecules, and advanced analytical technologies. Its initial product focus was hematology controls, which has since broadened to include a full range of reagents and instruments for the research community, as well as precision diagnostics for both researchers and clinicians working in life science research and clinical diagnostics.
Research & Diagnostic Systems operates as part of a broader global family of brands. The company's growth has been driven by both internal innovation and strategic acquisitions, with a stated commitment to providing innovative tools that enable scientific breakthroughs and support clinical diagnostic workflows.






