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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. -
Tech CornerAugust 21, 2018Learn about CRISPR, Cre-lox through self-paced online JAX MiniCourses
This new certificate program includes two self-paced MiniCourses that introduce basic genetic engineering techniques using the CRISPR/Cas9 and Cre-lox technologies. Both courses cover foundational concepts and provide an overview of how to use these sophisticated new tools to investigate and understand the genome. -
Press ReleaseSeptember 20, 2017JAX makes new AML models available to researchers
Mouse models for acute myeloid leukemia are available with a wide range of genetic mutations and growth profiles more closely mimic the human population.
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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. -
Press ReleaseApril 05, 2018PDX Finder — Free global portal for cancer models
First global online catalog of Patient-Derived Xenograft models helps cancer researchers save valuable time. -
Research HighlightJune 28, 2017What happens when you knock out a gene?
Precisely characterizing the resulting mouse strains is crucial for learning the functions and biological mechanisms of the genes.