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Research HighlightOctober 31, 2019Improving transgene research with split selectable markers
JAX Assistant Professor Albert Cheng led a team to develop split selectable markers, a method that can indicate the successful integration of multiple transgenes. -
Tech CornerJuly 17, 2019Improved methods, expanded capabilities: Analyzing cells one at a time
Researchers are able to do many things today that were impossible five, three, even one year ago. Some of the new options are science-fiction-level impressive. -
Tech CornerJune 17, 2019The genome of Eve (the mouse)
C57BL/6—aka Black 6—is the most widely used mouse strain in research. Its reference genome was published in 2003 and has been carefully curated over the years since. -
Research HighlightApril 02, 2019The how and why of research with diversity mouse strains and populations
Recently developed diversity mouse strains and outbred mouse populations have created research options that parallel or even exceed human genetic diversity.
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Research HighlightSeptember 20, 2019An epigenetic eraser
The genome editing tool, Casilio, can be used to efficiently remove methyl groups from DNA and activate expression of methylation-silenced genes in experimental systems. Casilio was created by Jackson Laboratory Assistant Professor Albert Cheng. -
Press ReleaseJuly 15, 2019Research team creates new research models for Snyder-Robinson Syndrome
Two new mouse models created to study neurological developments in Snyder-Robinson Syndrome to advance global understanding of this rare disease. -
Research HighlightMay 02, 2019How can we take full advantage of EHR Data?
There has been an explosion of digital medical data in recent years, taking many forms. Much of the most valuable data—clinical patient data—is currently stored in electronic health record (EHR) systems, providing a theoretical gold mine for large-scale integration and analyses of patient traits, diseases, treatments, progression over time, outcomes and more. -
Featured ArticleAugust 28, 2018JAX opens the Charles E. Hewett Center in Ellsworth, Maine
New facility represents the culmination of nine decades of unmatched experience and leadership in breeding and caring for laboratory mice.