Leading genomic solutions provider launches NGS sample prep
kits for researchers interested in identifying novel monkeypox
variants through simple, viral surveillance solutions
- Molecular Loop Monkeypox Research panels now available for
large-scale viral surveillance
- Simple 4-step, single-tube workflow, with 7800+ probes
targeting the full genome
WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Molecular
Loop Biosciences, Inc., announced today that it has launched
monkeypox targeting panels to support researchers conducting
monkeypox viral surveillance and variant discovery. The Molecular
Loop Monkeypox Research Panel is a complete library prep solution
that offers comprehensive coverage of the monkeypox genome within a
simple, 4-step workflow. Kits are available and optimized for both
short-read Illumina sequencing and long-read Pacific Biosciences
sequencing. Redundant probe tiling technology allows for the
detection of emerging variants while alleviating the concern of
amplicon or allele dropouts that can occur in an amplicon
workflow.
"From the COVID-19 pandemic to the uptick in monkeypox virus,
large-scale surveillance is a critical tool to understand and
combat emerging pathogens as they mutate and spread through the
population. We are excited that our technology not only improves
the quality of the data generated by these surveillance efforts,
but because of its simplified workflow and robustness to variation,
allows more focus to be placed on those data, and less on the lab
work needed to generate them" said Greg
Porreca, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Molecular
Loop.
The Molecular Loop Monkeypox Research Panels contain 7800+
probes, each with a unique binding site, that generate overlapping
amplicons tiled along the full length of the monkeypox genome. This
redundancy in targeting aims to ensure that every base is captured
and sequenced even when the sample genome harbors variants that
would interfere with single-amplicon approaches. "Surveillance of
SARS-CoV-2 has proven that our probe tiling strategy is invaluable,
as it is far more robust than amplicon approaches for detecting
emerging variants. We're excited to continue supporting the
infectious disease community with everything from influenza to
Ebola surveillance" said Eric
Boyden, Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Molecular
Loop.
About Molecular Loop
Molecular Loop provides customized, targeted next-generation
sequencing solutions using its novel molecular inversion probe
technology, delivering industry-leading workflow simplicity without
sacrificing data quality. The company is leveraging its technology
and deep genomics expertise to accelerate innovations in life
sciences and make advancements in personalized healthcare. The team
is passionate about making it easier than ever for labs to harness
the power of genomic technology and make genetic testing more
broadly accessible.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
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