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Published on: April 11, 2016
Asuragen Inc
Emmanuel Labourier1, Matthew Winkler
1Asuragen Inc. 2150 Woodward, Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78744 USA. elabourier@asuragen.com
Pharmacogenomics
|June 4, 2008
Summary
Asuragen develops advanced molecular diagnostics, focusing on microRNA (miRNA) and messenger RNA (mRNA) for oncology and pharmacogenomics. Their innovative solutions aim for earlier cancer detection and improved tumor classification.
Area of Science:
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Molecular Oncology
- Genomics
Background:
- Asuragen is an integrated molecular diagnostics company.
- The company utilizes cutting-edge technologies for nucleic acid isolation, detection, and quantification.
- Asuragen's Signature product line provides methods for genetic alteration detection and RNA-based solutions for molecular oncology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight Asuragen's pioneering research in microRNA (miRNA) function, isolation, and detection.
- To showcase the company's strategy of leveraging intellectual property for miRNA/mRNA molecular diagnostics and pharmacogenomic services.
- To outline the near-term goal of introducing next-generation miRNA-based diagnostic assays for enhanced cancer diagnostics.
Main Methods:
- Development of streamlined methods for genetic alteration detection.
- Innovative RNA-based solutions for molecular oncology.
- Research and development in microRNA (miRNA) isolation and detection in clinical samples.
Main Results:
- Established a significant business focus on miRNA/mRNA molecular diagnostics.
- Pioneered research in miRNA function and detection.
- Developed a broad intellectual property portfolio.
Conclusions:
- Asuragen is positioned to advance molecular diagnostics with a focus on miRNA and mRNA technologies.
- Next-generation miRNA assays are expected to improve tumor classification and disease monitoring.
- The company's expertise supports pharmacogenomic and clinical laboratory services.
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