DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/k3m8pf/dna_sequencing_t) has announced the addition of Jain PharmaBiotech's new report "DNA Sequencing - Technologies, Markets and Companies" to their offering.

This report briefly reviews basics of human genome variations, development of sequencing technologies, and their applications. Current large and small sequencers are described as well as companies developing them. Various applications of sequencing are described including those for genetics, medical diagnostics, drug discovery and cancer. Next generation sequencing technologies, both second and third generations, are reviewed. Companies developing software for analysis of sequencing data are also included. Selected academic institutes conducting research in sequencing are also listed.

Current market is mostly for research applications and future markets will be other applications related to healthcare. The value of DNA sequencer market in 2011 is described with estimates for 2016 and 2021. Various methods and factors on which market estimates depend are described briefly. Small sequencers form the basis of SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis. Several marketing strategies have been outlined.

The report includes profiles of 100 companies involved in sequencing and their 101 collaborations. The report text is supplementd by 32 tables, 12 figures and 275 selected references to the literature.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction

2. DNA Sequencing Technologies

3. Comparative Analysis of Sequencing Technologies

4. Research Applications of Sequencing

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Research and Markets: DNA Sequencing - Technologies, Markets and Companies - Updated 2012 Edition