OmniBank

We have used our gene trapping technology to create our OmniBank library of more than 270,000 embryonic stem cell clones. Each OmniBank mouse clone contains a single genetic mutation that can be used to produce knockout models of gene function. We estimate that our OmniBank library currently contains clones representing more than half of all genes in the mammalian genome and believe it is the largest library of its kind. Our OmniBank library permits us to generate knockout mice at a significantly higher rate than is possible using other methods and, therefore, provides us with a significant strategic advantage in the discovery of in vivo gene function and identification of novel drug targets.

Academic and non-profit researchers interested in purchasing mouse lines derived from these OmniBank embryonic stem cell clones for non-commercial research should visit the OmniBank e-Biology page on our web site for additional information.

Taconic is the authorized commercial sales and marketing representative for Lexicon's knockout mouse lines. Prospective customers are encouraged to visit http://www.taconic.com/access/lexicon.htm for more information regarding licensing of over 1,500 mouse lines and phenotypic data.

OmniBank

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