Taconic Biosciences Launches ExpressMODEL(TM), a New Accelerated Model Generation Service
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HUDSON, N.Y., April 03, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Taconic Biosciences, a global
leader in genetically engineered mouse models and associated services, has
launched ExpressMODEL(TM), an innovative and streamlined model generation
service that reduces the timeline to first generation and experimental cohort by
up to four months.
This novel model generation method significantly reduces the time required to
create an experimental rodent cohort, enabling critical drug discovery testing
to happen much faster, saving both time and money.
ExpressMODEL(TM) leverages Taconic's extensive in vitro fertilization (IVF)
expertise, optimizing procedures by using chimaeras to rapidly expand founder
mice. This increases the number of mice carrying targeted alleles in the first
generation from 3-4 to at least 20-30. By providing a sizeable colony of first
generation heterozygous animals, ExpressMODEL(TM) allows researchers to skip at
least one round of colony expansion, saving 3-4 months on the overall project
timeline. Elimination of natural breeding in the germline transmission step
results in predictable timelines and better experiment planning.
Unlike other methods employed to reduce timelines, ExpressMODEL(TM) does not
rush critical genome modification procedures. The new Taconic approach preserves
the use of stringent controls during the genome modification process, thereby
minimizing the risk of generating a mouse model carrying the wrong transgenic
allele or additional unwanted mutations.
"In drug discovery it is rare to find an innovation that saves time while
increasing quality, as typically one is pursued at the expense of the other.
ExpressMODEL(TM) represents a tremendous value for our customers because it can
save up to four months of time, while creating more predictable timelines and
consistent high quality," shared John Couse, PhD, Portfolio Director for Taconic
Scientific Services.
"Our model generation work is not done when we have a founder or breeding pair.
With ExpressMODEL(TM), we provide our clients with research-ready cohorts so
they can start their work immediately," said Couse.
Taconic is a fully-licensed provider of rodent model generation services and has
twenty years of model design experience, providing gene inactivation, gene
mutation or replacement, transgene expression, RNAi, and gene editing via
CRISPR/Cas9 technologies to ensure that the right tools are leveraged for each
specific customer project. Complimenting this expertise is Taconic's unique
capability of providing a seamless transition from model design to breeding and
colony management, thus offering customers a complete solution. These
scientific services include acquiring or generating, importing, licensing,
breeding, testing, preparing, and distributing genetically engineered models to
any location worldwide.
To learn more about Taconic's custom model generation, please call 1-888-TACONIC
(888-822-6642) in the US, or +45 70 23 04 05 in Europe, or
email info(at)taconic.com.
About Taconic Biosciences, Inc.
Taconic Biosciences is a fully-licensed, global leader in genetically engineered
rodent models and services. Founded in 1952, Taconic helps biotechnology
companies and institutions acquire, custom generate, breed, precondition, test,
and distribute valuable research models worldwide. Specialists in genetically
engineered mouse and rat models, precision research mouse models, and integrated
model design and breeding services, Taconic operates three service laboratories
and six breeding facilities in the U.S. and Europe, maintains distributor
relationships in Asia and has global shipping capabilities to provide animal
models almost anywhere in the world.
Media Contact:
Kelly Owen Grover
Director of Marketing Communications
(518) 697-3824
kelly.grover(at)taconic.com
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