Applied Biosystems Asks the Life Science Industry, “What Would You Do With a $10K Genome?”

FOSTER CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As part of its commitment to promote basic research in the life sciences, Applied Biosystems Inc. (NYSE:ABI) today announced the creation of a grant program for genomic, epigenomic and transcriptome studies. The $10K Genome Grant Program is based on the concept of sequencing an entire genome for $10,000. Applied Biosystems is launching this program to inspire new genomic sequencing studies on next-generation sequencing technology. By extending the SOLiD™ System into other critical applications, such as RNA and epigenetic analysis, researchers will be able to advance the use of genomic data for clinical research and personalized medicine. Grant submissions are due by December 31, 2008. Results will be announced in February 2009.

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