03.02.2011

Sigma Life Science Collaborates with Cofactor Genomics

Sigma Life Science announced that its SAGE Labs initiative has partnered with Cofactor Genomics in an effort to sequence genomes for six of the most widely used strains of rat. As part of the agreement, Cofactor Genomics plans to generate and analyze sequence data using next generation sequencing systems, while SAGE Labs plans to provide the samples and to host a new, free public database at sageresearchmodels.com in late 2011. The database will include exclusive genomic information and analysis tools. more27.10.2010

Developing Improved Animal Models of Autism

Sigma Life Science announced a partnership between its SAGE Labs division and Autism Speaks to create genetically engineered knockout rats to aid identification of new therapeutic approaches for the treatment of autism. Combining the extensive knowledge of Autism Speaks with SAGE Labs' proprietary SAGEspeed model creation process is expected to create a number of knockout rat models that simulate various symptoms and pathologies of autism. more02.09.2010

Genetically Modified Cell Market Entered

Sigma Life Science, the innovative biological products and research services business of Sigma-Aldrich announced the global release of a range of engineered mammalian cell lines. This new product range combines Sigma's proprietary CompoZr zinc finger nuclease (ZFN) technology with the Company's extensive experience in gene silencing, to offer innovative tools for drug discovery, compound screening and fundamental research applications. more