Roche acquires Stratos Genomics to further develop DNA based sequencing for diagnostic use

Genomics insights generated through sequencing an individual’s DNA play a critical role in personalised healthcare and clinical diagnostics of the futureRoche is committed to developing a nanopore sequencer with the aim of providing the healthcare community and ultimately patients with faster and more accurate medical information to predict risk and detect diseaseThis investment complements the development of Roche’s nanopore technology with the goal of an end-to-end sequencing solution starting from a patient sample to a diagnostic resultBasel, 22 May 2020 – Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) today announced that it has acquired Stratos Genomics, an early-stage sequencing technology company to advance the development of Roche’s nanopore sequencer. The acquisition provides Roche access to Stratos Genomics unique chemistry, Sequencing by Expansion (SBX™). The Roche nanopore sequencer, once developed, will utilise a novel approach that combines electronic and biological components to sequence DNA for fast, flexible and cost-effective clinical diagnostic testing.Roche Group Media Relations
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– Patrick Barth
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– Barbara von Schnurbein
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